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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Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES
If you can pull off playing songs by THE ORAL CIGARETTES—the hugely popular rock band that gets live-show kids fired up all over—you’ll definitely turn heads! Their biggest appeal, of course, is vocalist-guitarist Takuya Yamanaka’s bewitching voice, and how closely you can reproduce that will be the key.
On top of their mysterious allure, this song adds a funky groove and a sense of speed, and the instrumental parts seem pretty advanced too… Practice thoroughly and aim for a complete recreation!
Love Dryeryangusukinii
A Young Skinny track marked by exhilarating guitar riffs and a wistful melody.
The lyrics, depicting small joys in everyday life and an unspoken kind of love, resonate deeply.
Released in August 2023, the song is included on their major-label first EP, “If Only We Could Find Happiness in Anything.” The music video is also out, directed by Takumi Gunji.
It’s a must-listen not only for rock fans but also for those worn out by daily life.
This work is packed with everything that makes Young Skinny so appealing—give it a listen.
Baby BabyKami wa saikoro o furanai
God Doesn’t Roll the Dice but Plays is a song that reflects experiences and emotions from the tour.
It blends an upbeat sound with sing-along-friendly pop elements, conveying the heat of a live house show.
Released digitally in June 2024, the track was first unveiled during the live house tour “Live Tour 2024: Adjacent Heat Haze.” The lyrics depict behind-the-scenes stories from the shows and discoveries made on the road, showcasing the band’s growth.
I hope cover bands will fully bring out the song’s energetic appeal as well.
good-for-nothingZa Kuromaniyonzu
A number that affirms the existence of someone who may have fallen outside society’s standards.
It’s Gokutsubushi, released in January 2022 as the sixth and final installment of the “Six Consecutive Monthly Singles” project that began in 2021.
In the lyrics written by Hiroto Kōmoto, a palpable life force resides within the wretchedness, stirring the listener’s heart.
The raw, rugged band sound seems to convey that message as-is.
Give it a listen on days when things just don’t go right, or when you feel like you’re no good.
No.1DISH//
This song is characterized by a band sound brimming with a sense of speed.
It was released in May 2021 as the opening theme for Season 5 of the anime My Hero Academia.
The lyrics depict a determined drive toward dreams and goals, giving listeners courage and energy.
Its energetic, up-tempo rhythm leaves a strong impression, making it a crowd-pleaser in live performances.
With powerful guitar riffs and drum beats, it’s a rewarding piece for cover bands to play.
It also works well as an anthem for young people, a song that evokes memories of youth.
LadybirdMONOEYES
This is a song by MONOEYES.
It speaks about personal conflict, growth, and hope.
It portrays an attitude of exploring oneself without being bound by stability or fate, and will likely prompt listeners to reflect on their own life direction and goals.
It’s an energetic, melodic rock tune characterized by catchy melodies and powerful guitar riffs.
With its emotionally uplifting feel, it’s perfect for live performances.
I recommend singing with a focus on strong vocals and emotive, expressive lyrics.
Cool songs by Japanese rock bands. A roundup of recommended tracks for cover bands (21–30)
The Zero Sense10-FEET
A track packed with indomitable spirit and roaring passion.
Its outstanding melodic sense and the powerful drive of the rhythm section lift the listener higher and higher.
The lyrics, skillfully weaving in basketball terminology, vividly portray young people charging toward their dreams.
Released in December 2022, it was also chosen as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.
The song is included on 10-FEET’s first original album in about five years, Collins.
This piece will firmly push you forward, stoking the fire in your heart.
Sing it with your friends at a live house, and it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.