Yami songs recommended for men
Men also have plenty of times when they feel broken—whether from heartbreak or setbacks at work.
This time, I’ve selected lots of Japanese “emo” songs for you to listen to in those moments.
When things are tough or frustrating, listen to these tracks and get through it.
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Recommended Depressing Songs for Men (61–70)
OCEANB’z

Released in 2005 as B’z’s 39th single.
Written specifically as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Umizaru – UMIZARU EVOLUTION -,” the track is a love song whose lyrics and music closely reflect the show.
The music video, filmed aboard the PLH-class Japan Coast Guard patrol vessel Mizuho from the 4th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters, has a grand, cinematic feel.
GOING GOING HOMEH Jungle with T

It was released in 1995 as the second single by H Jungle with t.
The song was used as the image song for Fuji TV’s “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP,” and Tetsuya Komuro handled the lyrics, composition, and production.
Following the previous release, it became a million-selling hit for the second consecutive time.
Sha la la☆Summer TimeKis-my-ft2

It was released in 2016 as Kis-My-Ft2’s 17th single.
The song was used in the Kowa “Una Kowa Insect Repellent Duty” commercial featuring Kis-My-Ft2 and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a fresh, upbeat track with roller-skate dancing.
The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children

It was released in 1992 as Mr.Children’s first single.
The track was cut as a single from the mini-album “EVERYTHING,” and at the time it was selected as a Japanese heavy-rotation number on FM802.
It’s a love song that retains the fresh, early charm of Mr.Children.
Roco LotionORANGE RANGE

Released in 2004 as ORANGE RANGE’s sixth single.
The song was used in the Otsuka Beverage “MATCH” commercial and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Thanks to this hit, the band became strongly associated with a “summer band” image, and the track remains a popular go-to anthem for energizing summer.
Music HourPorno Graffitti

It was released in 2000 as Porno Graffitti’s third single.
The song was used in a commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s soft drink Pocari Sweat, and it’s based on a true story with the theme of submissions between a radio host and listeners.
It’s also a crowd-pleaser at live shows, and it reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Paradise BabyRIP SLYME

Released in 2002 as RIP SLYME’s fifth single.
It reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Among RIP SLYME’s tracks, it has a particularly high-energy vibe and feels perfect for having fun and getting pumped up at the summer beach.
The music video also has a very summery feel.


