L’Arc~en~Ciel’s Masterpieces: A Comprehensive Showcase from Major Hits to Hidden Gems

Vivid ColorsL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc～en～Ciel「Vivid Colors」-Music Clip-

Their second single.

The title word “vivid” is said to have been taken from a word written on a cup that was a gift from a fan.

They had performed it live during their indie days, and the idea for the song had existed since the early days of the band’s formation.

They performed this song when they made their first appearance on Music Station.

Promised landL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc~en~Ciel – Promised Land

It’s a song that blends a distinctive pop melody with a powerful rock sound, distilling the charm of L’Arc in the ’90s.

The way the lyrics—imbued with a subtle sense of mystery—are set seamlessly to this melody truly feels like the essence of L’Arc at its best.

It was later recorded by the part-switching band P’UNK~EN~CIEL and included as the B-side to their 28th single, “Link.”

VoiceL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc~en~Ciel – Voice | Subtitle Indonesia | 25th L’Anniversary LIVE

The second track on their first album, DUNE, released in 1993.

It sings of anxiety about the future, yet also the hope that there’s surely something ahead.

Sonically, it gives the impression of straightforward guitar rock.

There are versions performed by each of L’Arc-en-Ciel’s drummers throughout the band’s history.

It’s also the first song guitarist ken wrote as a member of L’Arc〜en〜Ciel.

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good-morning HideL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc~en~Ciel – “good-morning Hide” – Sub.Español/Lyrics

This is the fifth track on the album “True,” released in 1996.

It is L’Arc-en-Ciel’s first song with entirely English lyrics, with the lyrics written by their former drummer, sakura.

The title “Hide” refers to hyde and originates from his former name.

In 1997, drummer sakura was arrested on the spot for violating the Stimulants Control Law and subsequently left the band.

NijiL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc～en～Ciel “Niji” -Music Clip-

At the height of their popularity, drummer sakura was arrested, leading the band to suspend activities.

This was the first single released after their return from the hiatus.

The feel of the music and the entirety of the lyrics are grand, making it a deeply moving song to listen to.

It feels like watching a film, and just reading the lyrics is touching.

This is the only single they released as a three-member lineup.

flower burialL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc-en-Ciel - Funeral of Flowers

Released simultaneously with “HONEY,” this track drew considerable attention.

The song itself evokes the theme of death, standing in stark contrast to “HONEY,” whose jacket design is similar.

It was originally created as the B-side to “HONEY,” but after a tie-in was decided, it was changed to a single cut.

AnemoneL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc～en～Ciel「Anemone」-Music Clip-

The song “Anemone,” first officially released on the best-of album Clicked Singles Best 13.

Its arrangement is striking, with a solemn ensemble of piano and strings layered with a Spanish-style guitar.

Overall, the key is quite high, including falsetto, and there are many wide interval jumps, making it a challenging piece.

However, since the tempo is relaxed, it should be easier to try at karaoke if you set it to a comfortable key.

Once you feel more confident singing it, pay attention to dynamics as well—this is a dreamy, atmospheric ballad.

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Hoshino Takashi

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