Kobukuro’s classic and popular songs

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YELL ~Yell~ Kobukuro

“YELL” is characterized by a melody that’s quintessentially Kobukuro.

It’s striking how it starts quietly and gradually builds into a powerful arrangement.

The lyrics aren’t about mourning a parting; instead, they’re positive and forward-looking, making it a great song to listen to when you’re feeling down.

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Ryo

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Kobukuro “Baton” Image Movie

This song by Kobukuro, themed around the baton of life, is characterized by its gentle melody and moving lyrics.

The words, which evoke the preciousness of life and hope for the future, bring a warm feeling to listeners’ hearts.

Released in December 2018, it was also used in Ono Pharmaceutical’s TV commercial and became beloved by many people.

Listening together as a parent and child could spark thoughts about the continuity of life and the bonds of family.

The tender, comforting vocals are sure to make children feel at ease.

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Kobukuro “Ryoubou”

Kobukuro’s 33rd single, released on July 7, 2021.

By the way, the title is pronounced “Ryōbō.” Since their debut, Kobukuro—a duo of Shunsuke Kuroda and Kentarō Kobuchi—has been highly praised for their harmony work, and that well-regarded harmonization is alive and well in this song, letting you enjoy beautifully crafted chorus parts.

Because they’re known for their choral work, some people might hesitate to try harmonizing this song at karaoke, but the chorus arrangement isn’t actually that complicated, so there’s nothing to fear! Definitely give it a try.

Just be careful not to make your vocals too edgy or forceful, as that could spoil the song’s charm.

Aim to sing as gently and softly as possible.

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Kei Takahata

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Kobukuro “Graduation”

The 2020 track “Sotsugyo” (Graduation), themed around graduation.

The coupling includes a choral version performed by the Suginami Children’s Choir, making it a perfect piece for chorus as well.

With its gentle, calm melody, it’s exceptionally easy to sing.

Not only for karaoke, but it’s also a song that’s easy for everyone to sing together at school events like graduation ceremonies and choral competitions.

Since there are no difficult melodic lines, try singing it with care, savoring each word and putting your heart into it.

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SAKI

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Miracle Earth / Keisuke Kuwata & Mr.Children (Cover)

Released in 1995 as a charity single by Keisuke Kuwata & Mr.Children.

The song was issued as part of the Act Against AIDS (AAA) fundraising efforts to support patients and achieved double million sales.

It was covered on Kobukuro’s first cover album, ALL COVERS BEST, released in 2010.

The perfectly synchronized harmonies are quintessential Kobukuro.

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Kobukuro - Kokoro (Heart)

The song “Kokoro” (“Heart”) is a number that gives you an opportunity to face your own heart.

Released in 2017, it was chosen as the theme song for the film “I’m Taking a Break at Work Now” (Chotto Ima Kara Shigoto Yamete Kuru), and the music video features NAOTO from EXILE and Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE.

The track unfolds at a relaxed pace, as if having a gentle conversation with your heart, making it easy to sing without rushing.

If the key feels a bit high, try lowering it a few steps so you can sing more comfortably and freely.

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SAKI

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Be by my side every morning. [Sweet drip mix]

It’s a song included on Kobukuro’s fourth original album, “MUSIC MAN SHIP,” released in 2004.

It’s the Kobukuro version of a work originally released by the project unit Tokobukuro, with lyrics and composition by George Tokoro.