[Mr.Children] Best Masterpiece Selections Highly Praised by Mr.Children Fans

Song of DepartureMr.Children

[Piano ver.] Tabidachi no Uta / Mr.Children -Full Lyrics- Covered by Hitomi Sano

Released in 2007.

It’s the theme song for the movie “Koizora.” Sakurai-san said it came to him when he was feeling homesick, and perhaps because of that, it’s a song that gently gives you a push forward.

It was also used in an NTT East Japan commercial.

PADDLEMr.Children

Mr.Children PADDLE

It was selected as the theme song for the NTT DoCoMo FOMA 900i series commercials.

It is also used as pitcher Shintaro Fujinami’s entrance song for the Hanshin Tigers.

In the “Songs Members Most Want to Hear Live” poll conducted just before the fan-club-only tour “Mr.Children FATHER & MOTHER 21st Anniversary Fan Club Tour,” held later, it ranked 15th.

Worlds endMr.Children

Mr.Children「Worlds end」MR.CHILDREN DOME TOUR 2005 ” I ♥ U ” ～ FINAL IN TOKYO DOME ～

On their 12th album, Kazutoshi Sakurai cited this song as the one he’s most confident in, and it’s the only album track from this release to have a music video.

From the intro, its powerful melody and strongly message-driven lyrics make it compelling.

It has also been used as Shintaro Fujinami’s walk-up music for the Hanshin Tigers.

An Ordinary Love Story: Relationship Issues Are Always a HassleMr.Children

I tried playing Mr.Children / An Ordinary Love Song ~Relationship issues are always a hassle~.

This song tells the story of a young couple’s relationship from beginning to end.

Believing their love would never change, they move in together and spend their days pretending not to notice their feelings growing cold.

Because it portrays such a common romantic experience, it resonates with fans and is regarded as a timeless classic.

Runner’s highMr.Children

Mr.Children “RUNNING HIGH” DOME TOUR 2005 “I ♥ U” ~FINAL IN TOKYO DOME~

A song that was also used as the theme for the film “Fly, Daddy, Fly.” The opening lyrics feature a back-and-forth between two characters, evoking the interactions of the movie’s cast.

It’s a powerful track that combines strength with a refreshing feel.

Everybody Goes -Dropkick to a Disorderly Modern Age-Mr.Children

Mr.Children "Everybody Goes — Dropkick to a Disorderly Modern Age"

A song infused with satire aimed at the modern world, carrying a slightly aggressive vibe.

For Mr.Children, it’s a rare track with such power, isn’t it? It’s a masterpiece that radiates rock spirit—like blasting away a boring world.

It’s an upbeat number and a huge favorite at karaoke.

Love ConnectionMr.Children

Love Connection / Mr.Children (cover)

This song was composed with the Rolling Stones in mind, based on the concept of creating a track that would get the crowd excited at live shows.

The music video is also crafted with a nod to the Rolling Stones’ “Jumpin’ Jack Flash.”