A classic medium-tempo ballad

Last ForeverDOBERMAN INFINITY

DOBERMAN INFINITY “Last Forever” Official Music Video

This song, which poignantly depicts the end of summer, marks a highlight for DOBERMAN INFINITY’s 10th anniversary.

The lyrics, where sorrow and beauty coexist, evoke the fleeting nature of time.

The phrase “time is irreplaceable,” repeated in the chorus, leaves a deep impression on listeners.

Released in May 2024 as the second installment of a three-month consecutive digital release, it drew significant attention.

The music video has also been unveiled, visualizing the bittersweet feeling of joyful moments nearing their end.

When you feel like looking back on your summer memories, this song is highly recommended.

It will surely bring your precious memories back to life.

Lion HeartSMAP

Lion Heart – SMAP (cover)

This “Lion Heart” is SMAP’s 32nd single, released in 2000.

It was a surprise to learn that the lyrics were written by screenwriter Shinji Nojima.

The song was used as the theme for a drama starring SMAP’s Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and it seems this was because the drama was planned by Shinji Nojima.

Thank youikimonogakari

Arigatou – Ikimono-gakari (Full)

Speaking of Ikimonogakari, they’re a band widely recognized by everyone from the young to the elderly.

They’ve appeared many times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Their song “Arigatou” can be called a quintessential medium-tempo ballad beloved throughout Japan.

StoryAI

AI – Story

This “Story” is AI’s 12th single, released in 2005.

It’s truly a masterpiece, with many unforgettable phrases.

It’s a powerful message song that only AI could sing—one that grabs your heart.

PRIDEImai Miki

PRIDE – Miki Imai (Full)

Miki Imai’s “PRIDE” is a classic mid-tempo ballad that became a major hit when it was released.

It’s also known as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Doc.” Even today, it remains very popular and is often sung at karaoke.

Close your eyesHirai Ken

Ayaka / “Hitomi o Tojite” Music Video (Story 3)

This is a song by Ken Hirai whose poignant yet warm vocals resonate deeply in the heart.

It portrays the sorrow of losing a loved one and the lingering feelings for that person, gripping the listener’s chest.

Many will relate to the sense of loss felt with each morning’s awakening and the image of searching for her within memories.

Released in November 2004, the song became a major hit as the theme for the film “Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World.” It also achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first movie tie-in song to rank No.

1 on Oricon’s annual chart.

A heartwarming medium-tempo ballad that offers comfort to those who have experienced heartbreak or the parting from someone dear.

rootKing Gnu

King Gnu – Root

A heartwarming mid-tempo ballad that, while understated, powerfully captures the will to live.

This King Gnu masterpiece gently portrays the dignity of quietly persevering without seeking the spotlight and the feelings for a loved one through the symbolic motif of “roots.” Carried by beautiful piano and string melodies, it weaves in choir parts reminiscent of a nursery rhyme and oriental-inspired arrangements, brilliantly expressing the flow of time and values that never change.

Released digitally in October 2024, the song was written as the theme for TBS’s Sunday drama “The Diamond Sleeping in the Sea.” It’s a perfect track for anyone who wishes to be someone’s support and to walk forward together with someone precious.