[Viral Online] A roundup of must-listen tracks by night-pop artists
Have you heard of the term “yoru-kōsei artists”? It refers to three acts: YOASOBI, Yorushika, and Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni (ZUTOMAYO).
They share common traits: their names include the word for “night” (yoru), they exploded in popularity online, and their songs are catchy with powerful vocals.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of popular songs from these three groups that are currently buzzing.
Of course, even with these similarities, each artist has their own distinct charm—see if you can spot the differences! After you’ve listened to all the songs featured here, you just might become a yoru-kōsei fan yourself.
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Yorushika (1–10)
Setting SunYorushika
Yorushika is a two-piece rock band that keeps detailed profiles private so that the creators don’t step out in front of their work.
Their 15th digital-only single, “Shayou,” was written as the opening theme for the TV anime The Dangers in My Heart.
Its open, liberating melody and refreshing ensemble evoke the arrival of summer just by listening.
With a laid-back melody that makes it easy to sing at karaoke, it’s a stylish pop tune.
thought crimeYorushika
“Thoughtcrime,” created with George Orwell’s novel 1984 as its motif, is included on Yorushika’s 2020 release Plagiarism.
Its dark, band-driven sound leaves a strong impression.
With suis’s languid yet delicate vocals, the highly narrative lyrics gain added depth.
While the track delivers a driving band sound, it also carries a certain poignancy.
Take in the message from this group, known for crafting songs themed around literature.
fall from favor; leaving the capital in disgrace (metaphor for a decline in status or being sidelined)Yorushika
Yorushika is a two-piece rock band beloved for lyrics with a literary message and songs that vividly conjure up their worlds.
“Miyakoochi,” included in the music art book Gentō—released under the concept of a “listenable art collection”—is a poignant track whose sentimental lyrics are inspired by Poem 116 in Volume 2 of the Manyōshū.
Its brisk, hook-laden sound lingers in the ear alongside its pop melody.
A delicate pop tune, it leaves a strong impression with a listening experience that feels richly narrative.
Yorushika (11–20)
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Yorushika’s new song is a gem written as the theme for the film “Shoutai” (Identity).
n-buna’s poetic lyrics and suis’s crystalline vocals weave a breathtaking world.
Through natural motifs like butterflies, the sun, deserts, and the sea, the song questions the fragility of life and the meaning of human existence.
Released in November 2024, it also drew attention for its music video, a collaboration with art director Tetsuya Nagato.
Seamlessly fused with the film’s atmosphere, the track is perfect for quiet nights or reflective moments.
Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni. (1–10)
dark and blackzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni., a music unit that delivers songs with a one-of-a-kind worldview, included “Kuraku Kuroku” on their 2021 release Gusare.
The track was featured as the theme song for the film The Night Beyond the Tricornered Window.
It’s an alluring piece with colorful developments reminiscent of progressive rock.
Pay attention to ACA-ne’s flow, which masterfully navigates the mysteriously shifting sound.
This pop song, resounding with a grand ensemble, signals the arrival of a new era.
Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
These days, songs that blow up online tend to sit at the center of trends.
“Byoushin wo Kamu” is a track by the music unit Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni., released in 2018, and it became one of their signature songs after gaining traction mainly on social media.
It’s a band sound polished with delicate piano tones.
ACA-ne’s vocals, driven by an up-tempo rhythm, are sure to resonate with you.
You can also savor the rich arrangements that evoke jazz and pop.
Be sure to pay attention to the lyrics, which depict a beautiful yet fleeting story.
I can’t be rightzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Artists who emerged from the internet have now become indispensable for catching trends.
Among them, Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni (ZUTOMAYO) is known for their highly distinctive songs.
Their 2020 release “Tadashiku Narenai” was selected as the theme song for the film The Promised Neverland.
It features a dramatic sound with resonant strings and synth tones.
ACAね’s high-pitched voice, which conveys a bittersweet emotion, is a must-listen.