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 (31–40)
somedaySaucy Dog
It’s a mid-tempo rock number by Saucy Dog.
The relaxed, smoothly flowing beat feels great, and the slightly wistful tone in the opening vocals is beautiful.
The lyrics are another highlight, and I think it would be really cool if, when you sing this song, you picture a scene and perform as if you’re conveying that scenery.
SupernovaELLEGARDEN
If you’re in a band, you can’t avoid this one! Tons of people have covered ELLEGARDEN’s tracks.
The coolness of their band sound, the way the English lyrics are delivered, and the power the band ELLEGARDEN has—these are all elements any band member can’t help but crave.
It’ll absolutely hype up any live show or event, and it’s sure to make you popular regardless of gender! Not just “Supernova,” but definitely try tackling lots of ELLEGARDEN songs yourself!
umbrellaKing Gnu
The rock band King Gnu is popular not only with women but with men as well.
Of course, it goes without saying that their songs are awesome, but their fashion, their talk, and even their Twitter are full of charm.
I’d love to become a cool, talented person like them!
equalsumika
Many people have probably fallen in love with that warm, comforting, gentle singing voice! The rock band sumika is surely one of those “popular” bands, isn’t it? A great singing voice carried by wonderful performances—music really does make you feel how great it is, doesn’t it?
STAY TUNESuchmos
Suchmos, a sophisticated rock band with elements of jazz and dance music, quickly skyrocketed in popularity.
This track is one of their signature songs, and thanks in part to its use in a commercial, it’s extremely well-known.
If there’s a song that makes you feel cooler just by listening to it, this is the one.
Cool songs by Japanese rock bands: a roundup of recommended tracks for cover bands (41–50)
YesterdayOfisharu Higedan Dism
It’s a song with an impressive piano melody.
It was also chosen as the theme song for the Toho-distributed animated film HELLO WORLD.
The lyrics portray someone striving to protect the smile of the person they love, characterized by a strong affection that doesn’t shy away from self-sacrifice.
It also served as the lead track on the album Traveler, released in October 2019.
With its uplifting message and pleasant melody, it’s a track well-suited for band performances.
It’s packed with the appeal of Official HIGE DANDism, so why not try performing it with your cover band?
deadlockKamisama, boku wa kizuite shimatta
A band whose members are all shrouded in a mysterious veil: “Kamisama, Boku wa Kizuite Shimatta.” Their dark, cool performance and the aggressive, original lyrical worldview all amplify the intrigue of that enigmatic veil.
Mysterious people tend to be popular, don’t they? The chorus of this song is in English, making it fairly challenging.
If I can pull off these difficult lyrics and performance along with that air of mystery, maybe the one I like will finally notice me!