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Emeraldback number78rank/position

Emerald

It’s the ending theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Dangerous Venus,” available for streaming since October 2020.

As of the time of writing, no CD release schedule has been announced.

It’s a medium-tempo rock song with a slightly wistful melody, and Shimizu Iyori’s vocals—skillfully making extensive use of falsetto—are arranged to further highlight the song’s appeal.

The way falsetto (head voice) is used offers many points that male vocalists in bands can learn from, so be sure to pay attention to the switching and differentiation of vocal registers as you listen.

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Kei Takahata

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The song that comes afterback number79rank/position

The song that comes after

back number portrays lingering attachment and regret after a breakup in unadorned, down-to-earth words.

“Ato no Uta,” included on their indie-era album Ato no Matsuri, is a hidden gem released in June 2010.

The lyrics describe the ironic psychology where deliberately avoiding reminders in an effort to forget only makes you more conscious of the other person’s presence.

By refusing to dress up the pain of heartbreak and instead depicting it as traces that remain in everyday life, the song’s words carry a wrenching sense of reality.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when the sadness of parting hasn’t healed and memories resurface in unguarded moments.

If you’re standing still, unable to sort out a past love, this song will gently stay by your side.

you (polite-familiar; often used by older people addressing someone close)back number80rank/position

Omaesan/back number with lyrics

When we’re together, I get too comfortable and start lacking in consideration.

I blame myself for being so flawed, yet I went and did it again today.

It’s definitely my fault that your patience finally snapped.

But I still can’t stand it if you’re not there.

I’m singing about the weakness of knowing my true feelings but struggling to act on them.

Apparently, this song was written based on a story about an older couple from my hometown.

And so it beginsback number81rank/position

Hajimari Hajimari

Included on back number’s third single “Until the Day I Can No Longer Remember,” released on October 5, 2011.

A love song that voices the feelings of a guy with a crush.

He’s giddy every day now that he likes someone, but he hasn’t made any moves yet—and he hasn’t even asked whether they already have a partner.

A refreshing, relatable track that captures that in-between stage.

sea glassback number82rank/position

Sea Glass

Sea Glass, a renowned song by back number with its delicate melody, leaves a strong impression.

This piece is highly recommended for male singers with higher voices.

That’s because its vocal range is set on the higher side even among back number’s songs.

That said, it isn’t difficult: the vocal line is kept simple throughout.

While falsetto appears fairly often, the pitch movement isn’t rapid, so if you can produce falsetto and high tones without issue, you should find it easy to sing.

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Ryo

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Seaside Avenueback number83rank/position

I tried playing “Kaigan-dori” by back number on guitar

It’s a breakup song that expresses lingering feelings for an ex and frustration with myself for putting on a brave face.

It was included on the indie first mini album “Nogashita Sakana” released in 2009.

Although it’s an early track for back number, it has the same catchiness they’re known for today.

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Araki Jakkan

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The Witch and Meback number84rank/position

Majyoto Boku

This is a song by back number that depicts a heart swayed by a suggestive attitude.

While the singer continues to harbor the feeling of “wanting to see you,” you can sense the anguish of a man suffering over a femme fatale.

The track is included on the single “Happy End,” released in November 2016, and the first-press edition features a digest video of their Makuhari Messe performance.

The lyrics, which empathize with those struggling in unrequited love, have resonated with many listeners.

It might be the perfect song for those with a crush or those in complicated relationships.

How about listening to this song and facing your own feelings?