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

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Mr.Children “Tagatame” from Stadium Tour 2015 Incomplete

A song imbued with rich emotion and a profound social message.

Featured on the album “Shifuku no Oto,” this piece powerfully prompts reflection on peace and human connection.

Its quietly unfolding opening gradually builds in exhilaration, and Kazutoshi Sakurai’s emotive vocals leave a strong impression.

The track was also used in a Nissin Cup Noodles commercial and as an image song for Expo 2005 Aichi.

Questioning the futility of conflict and conveying the importance of love, its lyrics resonate with many listeners.

It’s a highly recommended song for those who want to think deeply about human relationships and social issues.

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Mr.Children「HERO」［(an imitation)blood orange］Tour2013 Live

Whenever I listen to this song, I always think of my children.

To them, their father is a hero.

I wonder what kind of life that hero is living now.

I always feel motivated, asking myself whether I’m living in a way that lets me proudly say to my kids, “Your dad is a hero.”

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Mr.Children 「Brand new planet」 from “MINE”

This song, included on the album “SOUNDTRACKS” released in December 2020, was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Onee-chan no Koibito” starring Kasumi Arimura.

It’s a track that sings about dreams, hope, and the importance of embracing change.

Kazutoshi Sakurai’s warm vocals blend beautifully with a melody that resonates with the heart.

With lyrics themed around a “new star,” it’s sure to gently nudge listeners forward.

It’s a perfect song not only for those who watched the drama, but also for anyone ready to take a new step.

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Mr.Children “Koe” from “miss you LIVE”

This work, with its bluesy guitar and warm melody that resonates with the heart, is a medium-tempo rock number that emphasizes the importance of conveying the feelings in your heart over the technical skill of singing.

It was included on the album “SUPERMARKET FANTASY,” released in December 2008, and was also used as an insert song in Fuji TV’s drama series “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Kinkyū Kyūmei.” Many listeners may remember it as a classic Mr.Children track that colored the drama’s moving scenes.

The song delivers an exceptional sense of exhilaration live as well, even opening the setlist at their Tokyo Dome concert in December 2009.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you want to honestly convey your feelings to someone important or when you want to break out of your shell.

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Mr.Children “Toward Where the Light Shines” Tour 2015 Incomplete Live

The socially conscious lyrics that sing of everyday sorrows are striking, yet the song carries a powerful, forward-looking message of moving toward the light.

Its cool arrangement blends programmed elements with a band sound.

It’s also a live staple and very popular.

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This is a song included as the B-side to the single “Everything (It’s you).” Even among Mr.

Children’s tracks sung from a female perspective about the realities of the modeling world, it stands out as a distinctive piece.

Its adult, R&B-like atmosphere further draws out a sense of melancholy.

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Mr.Children「SINGLES」MV（Short ver.）

It was selected as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Hagetaka,” which aired in the summer of 2018.

The music video features Kai Inowaki and Junko Abe.

The lyrics, which encourage listeners to keep moving forward no matter what happens—even after parting ways—are uplifting and inspiring.