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 (21–30)
Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei
The guitar cutting and the vocal performance are just incredibly cool.
Polkadot Stingray is a band that rose to popularity thanks to their outstanding songwriting sense, and this track really showcases that flair.
It’s a song I can highly recommend to anyone in a band as well.
Odoru-LoopFurederikku
Frederic is a band popular for its lively sound and a style that repeats quirky lyrics over and over.
This song, too, is highly addictive, with a melody and guitar refrain that keeps looping.
Its coolness and pop sensibility are perfectly balanced, and just listening to it will lift your spirits.
Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK
For today’s high school and college students, ONE OK ROCK is probably one of the go-to bands to cover, right? However, their signature song “Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer” has a high drum difficulty, and many people might end up giving up.
In that case, how about “Wasted Nights”? With its expansive, soaring sound and the vocal lines that are sung out powerfully, it’s guaranteed to look cool if you can pull it off.
If your band has a vocalist confident in their singing ability, definitely give it a try!
Transparent GirlNUMBER GIRL
It’s no exaggeration to say that NUMBER GIRL laid the foundation for today’s Japanese rock.
This song is one of their signature tracks and a beloved piece that many artists have covered.
The more you learn about Japanese rock, the more you realize how incredible this song is.
Until the gobies dash to their endzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
An enigmatic band whose appearance and members remain unknown—Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.
At this point, it’s not even clear if they’re a band, but their songs are packed with addictive, hook-laden killer tracks.
With a female vocal that feels great to listen to, try performing in a way that firmly supports the vocals!
Me and the DawnFOMARE
This is a FOMARE song that sings of a bittersweet love and the hope of greeting a new morning.
It vividly portrays the protagonist’s feelings while riding a highway bus and the moment of parting with a lover.
Included on the album “be with you,” it was released in January 2024.
Written and composed by Shinsuke Amada, it’s a track packed with the band’s appeal.
For cover bands, we recommend cherishing the Japanese lyrics in your vocals and delivering a powerful band sound.
Since it resonates with anyone who has experienced love or heartbreak, the key is to sing with genuine emotion.
Happy Pre-Wedding SongYabai T-shatsu Yasan
Yabai T-Shirts Yasan is a three-piece band that lays witty, catchy lyrics over a full-throttle rock sound.
Their unique position has sparked interest in bands among younger listeners.
They’re wildly popular with students, and with so many songs that hype the crowd to the max, you’re guaranteed to be a hit at their live shows!