[BGM] Attractive City Pop
City pop is one of Japan’s popular music genres and feels very familiar, so it’s very pleasant to listen to.
Because “city pop” is a somewhat vague term and encompasses a wide range of musical styles, there are many songs with different vibes—so I’m sure you’ll find one you like.
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BGM: Attractive City Pop (21–30)
SPARKLEYamashita Tatsuro
Japanese city pop may have started with Tatsuro Yamashita.
Its funky sound and gentle vocals are striking.
It’s included on the 1982 album “FOR YOU.” A must-know for city pop fans.
Even now, it doesn’t feel dated.
promiseOhnuki Taeko
This is a song by female singer Taeko Ohnuki, a leading figure of 1970s city pop.
It’s included on her 1976 album “Grey Skies.” It also dates back to her days with the band Sugar Babe, with arrangement by Tatsuro Yamashita.
If you listen to this, people who know city pop might be impressed.
[BGM] Attractive City Pop (31–40)
HorizonAlfred Beach Sandal + STUTS
A somewhat nostalgic sound resonates pleasantly.
It’s a collaboration between the solo unit Alfred Beach Sandal and track maker STUTS.
Included on the 2017 album “ABS+STUTS.” If you’re listening to this, someone you’re interested in might think you’re stylish.
Fish bones, bird featherscero
It’s a song that makes you feel like you’re listening to folk music from overseas.
It’s included on the album “POLY LIFE MULTI SOUL,” released in 2018 by the Tokyo-based band cero.
The curious rhythm draws you in before you know it.
If this were playing in your room, people might think it’s pretty cool.
TokyoAme no Parēdo
The shimmering guitar tones and gentle vocals seep into your heart.
It’s a song by the four-piece band, Ame no Parade.
It was released in 2016.
Judging from the title, it suits a city night.
Try listening to it with someone you like—you’re sure to get a nice vibe.