A compilation of cool Japanese rock band songs. Recommended tracks for cover bands.
Whether you’ve just started playing an instrument or you’re in a band choosing songs for an upcoming live show, you might be thinking, “I want to play something cool!” In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of cool band songs.
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks—ones with cool vocals, ones with impressive instrumental performances, and more—so feel free to use this as a reference! Once you decide which song to play, all that’s left is to practice until you can perform it with style!
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Cool songs by Japanese rock bands. A roundup of recommended tracks for cover bands (71–80)
Dear, boyHump Back
Hump Back’s major-label debut powerfully sings of childhood dreams, hopes, and the frustration of seeing them falter.
Written as a cheering song filled with feelings for their high school bandmates, it has resonated with many.
Embracing the anxieties and doubts that come with chasing a dream, it gently encourages listeners to keep looking forward—a heartwarming message song.
Released as a single in June 2018, it was also used in a TV commercial for Shinken Zemi’s High School Course.
It reached No.
13 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and stayed on the charts for 21 weeks.
It’s a song that gives a strong push to those striving toward their dreams and to those who feel on the verge of losing sight of their goals.
Banzai ~ I’m glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu
Are there any other songs that so boldly and exuberantly proclaim feelings of love like this!? It’s a wonderful song with a straightforward, sincere expression of affection.
Am I the only one who thinks there isn’t a woman who wouldn’t be delighted to have this sung to her by a man she likes? Highly recommended.
broad daylightKing Gnu
When you’re looking for songs to cover, King Gnu’s tracks are always tough because of vocalist Iguchi’s high-tone voice, right? But the instrumental parts are just as difficult—maybe even more so.
It might even be a good idea to have a female vocalist handle Iguchi’s parts! If you can pull off this funky, super-groovy song on top of that, it’s guaranteed to look cool.
It’s not something you can master overnight, but if your band is confident in your skills, definitely give it a try.
Cool songs by Japanese rock bands: A roundup of recommended tracks for cover bands (81–90)
Way of DifferenceGLAY
Released in 2002 as GLAY’s 25th single, it’s a love song that depicts the story of a man and woman from their first meeting to their breakup.
It was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s romance reality show “Ainori,” and it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Eight beatZa Kuromaniyonzu
The Cro-Magnons are the rock band formed by legendary punk rockers Hiroto Kōmoto and Masatoshi Mashima after The Blue Hearts and The High-Lows.
These middle-aged men, who’ve tasted both the bitter and the sweet, deliver raw, first-impulse rock numbers that, I’d say, might just be the most irresistibly attractive band songs out there.
powder snowRemioromen
Powder Snow has now become a classic winter song.
It was also used as an insert song in the drama One Litre of Tears starring Erika Sawajiri.
The most striking part of this track is definitely the chorus phrase! It’s no exaggeration to say your attractiveness depends on whether you can belt that section out cleanly and coolly.
The key jumps up sharply at the chorus, while the A melody and other parts sit relatively low.
Because the range is wide, the overall difficulty is high.
But if you can sing it effortlessly, you’ll definitely be a hit!
monsterKANA-BOON
It’s a rock number that boldly sings, “I want to be human.” Released digitally in November 2024, the track also drew attention for its performance on FLASH THE FIRST TAKE.
The quintessential guitar-rock sound pairs beautifully with Taniguchi’s straightforward vocals.
And the down-to-earth feelings woven into the lyrics make you reflect on your own way of being.
In short, it’s perfect for those moments when you want to face yourself.