A must-see for anyone who wants to try piano-and-vocal performances through code! From nostalgic oldies to the latest hits, all introduced at once.
“I want to sing cool while playing the piano!” For piano and singing lovers, the admired performance style is called “hikigatari” (singing while accompanying yourself).
There are mainly two ways to do hikigatari: playing while reading sheet music with written accompaniment, and playing while looking at chord symbols indicated by letters.
This time, we’ll introduce recommended songs and sheet music with chords that let you enjoy hikigatari using the latter method—playing while reading chords.
Once you can read chords, even if you can’t read standard notation, you’ll be able to enjoy hikigatari for various songs by understanding keyboard positions and how they sound.
Some of the scores we introduce even include the specific keys to press, so be sure to use them to help with your chord studies.
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A must-see for anyone who wants to try piano-and-vocal performances with code! A comprehensive showcase from nostalgic classics to the latest hits (11–20)
flameLiSA
A song by LiSA that drew widespread attention as the theme song for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
It was selected as the main theme for the film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, and its powerful, sweeping ballad moved countless listeners.
The lyrics convey the courage to overcome hardship, bonds with comrades, and hope for the future.
Since its release in October 2020, it has made a huge impact, surpassing 300 million streams.
If you’ve learned chords, it’s a great piece to enjoy as a piano-and-vocal performance.
With its relaxed tempo, even beginners will find it approachable.
It’s recommended not only for anime fans, but also for anyone seeking heartfelt lyrics and a beautiful melody.
MiracleGRe4N BOYZ
It was released as a single by GRe4N BOYZ in 2008.
The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “ROOKIES” and became a big hit.
Its heartwarming lyrics, which express feelings for a loved one, and its beautiful melody have continued to be cherished by many people.
With a relaxed tempo and a simple chord progression in C major, it should be quite approachable.
While playing the melody with your right hand, make sure to firmly learn the basic chords—Am, F, G, and C—with your left hand.
for a long timeKiroro
A heartwarming ballad with a charming, gentle chord progression! This song by Kiroro was released as a single in 1998.
The lyrics, filled with gratitude and affection for loved ones, softly resonate with listeners.
Composed in F major with a steady 4/4 rhythm, it uses basic chords like F and C, making it perfect for chord practice.
Start by holding simple block chords with your left hand and tracing the melody with your right.
Highly recommended as a song for singing and playing.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
It’s a ballad brimming with end-of-summer nostalgia.
Released in 2001 by ZONE, its lyrics portray a story of friendship and farewell that resonate deeply and evoke each listener’s own memories.
The original key is F-sharp major, but transposing to G major leaves just one sharp, making it easier to play.
For the left-hand accompaniment, start with the root notes and gradually build up the chords.
The right-hand melody features many repeated notes, so the trick is to lift your fingers cleanly between strikes.
Since the tempo is on the relaxed side, you can practice without rushing.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
Why not master an inspiring ballad? Released by Yuzu in 2004, this song was also beloved as NHK’s official theme for the Athens Olympics.
Its lyrics, which sing of dreams and the strength to overcome setbacks, make it a moving classic.
The tempo is relaxed, so you can play with composure, and the chord progression centers on classic patterns.
For the left hand, simply holding the root note at the start of each measure is enough.
The key to the right hand is to play the melody smoothly, as if singing.
Put your heart into the chorus and perform it powerfully.
March 9Remioromen
How about a classic graduation-season ballad? It’s one of Remioromen’s signature songs, released as a single in 2004.
Written to celebrate a friend’s wedding, it was used as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears” and became a big hit.
Its gentle yet bittersweet melody is a timeless heart-tugger.
With a relaxed tempo and simple chord progression, it’s easy to pick up.
A great chance to learn basic chords like C, F, G, and Am!
In conclusion
We’ve introduced recommended songs and chord sheets for a wide range of sing-and-play styles, from nostalgic tunes and Western music to the latest J-pop.
All sheet music is available for download, so you can start practicing right away! Begin by practicing singing while holding down the bass notes and chords; once you get used to it, try broken chords or arpeggios, or play harmony lines of the melody with your right hand.
Have fun creating your own original take on sing-and-play!