OKAMOTO’S hit and popular songs
Let me introduce some songs by OKAMOTO’S, a rock band highly regarded by hardcore music fans.
They’ve won popularity for their standout musicianship and cool tracks that channel punk and rock energy.
All the members go by the surname “Okamoto.” This is partly because they all admire Taro Okamoto, and partly as a nod to the RAMONES, who all used the same last name.
It’s also well-known that bassist Hama Okamoto is the eldest son of Masatoshi Hamada from the comedy duo Downtown.
Thanks to his exceptional skill, he’s active not only in OKAMOTO’S but also widely recognized as a bassist in other projects.
Now, please enjoy a selection of OKAMOTO’S tracks that resonate with hardcore music aficionados.
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OKAMOTO’S Hit and Popular Songs (1–10)
SEXY BODYOKAMOTO’S
This track is insanely cool, with a groove packed performance where the sharp, cutting guitar sound layers over a pulsing, undulating bassline.
The bass is especially great—after the chorus it roams across a wide range of registers, adding rich variety and color throughout.
Dance With YouOKAMOTO’S
It’s a song that serves as a counterpart to the double A-side single Dance With Me.
By deliberately using elements like four-on-the-floor that were pared back during the production of Dance With Me, it enhances each track’s presence and gives the pairing real meaning, making it a lot of fun to compare and listen to both.
ROCKYOKAMOTO’S
In contrast to its positive, classic-style chorus, the song unfolds with heavy, gritty A and B verses—an approach that could be called The Okamotos’ signature, executed beautifully here.
Their skillful switch-ups, packing completely opposite elements into a single track and connecting them seamlessly, are nothing short of astonishing.
OKAMOTO’S (Okamotos) Hit and Popular Songs (11–20)
Burning LoveOKAMOTO’S
An adult track that exudes a bewitching atmosphere with sticky riffs and airy textures.
While “burning” often evokes an image of fierce flames, this song is more like a mysterious fire that clings softly and quietly builds heat as it entwines.
About Yasumi-kunOKAMOTO’S
This is live footage from a small music venue.
True to their reputation for having many musician fans, Sho Wada of TRICERATOPS makes a surprise appearance.
Thanks to the high quality of the original song, which is built around an acoustic guitar, Wada’s vocals bring out a new side of the track.
Love songOKAMOTO’S
With its frequent repetition of the same phrases and a simple overall structure, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at live shows! It’s a vibrant, feel-good track with a cheerful rhythm that’ll make your body move before you know it.
If you’re covering it as a band, focus on the groove even more than on perfect lyrics or fingerings.
Blue HeavenOKAMOTO’S
The lyrics make extensive use of repeated words, giving the song a structure that’s very easy to catch the rhythm of.
It’s perfect for live shows, makes it super easy to get into, and you’ll find yourself dancing naturally.
It’s also been a hot topic because the lyrics were co-written with Yusuke Koide of Base Ball Bear.