Crazy Ken Band Popular Song Rankings [2026]

horsepowerCRAZY KEN BAND43rank/position

Horsepower - Crazy Ken Band

In this song, which was also used as the theme for Fuji TV’s “Minna no KEIBA,” the percussion—evocative of a horse in full stride—makes a strong impression.

Throughout the track, there are intriguing arrangements with various tempo changes that seem to follow the lyrics.

PercolationCRAZY KEN BAND44rank/position

Crazy Ken Band / Percolation (Lyric Video)

As one of the top sound creators in the East, Crazy Ken Band consistently releases stylish tracks that appeal to aficionados.

While many of their songs translate genres like soul and R&B into enka and kayōkyoku, making them quite challenging, Percolation is different.

It’s a groovy and very chic piece, but the vocal range isn’t that wide, and the rhythm is easy to follow.

Highly recommended for men who want to bring a mature sense of style to karaoke.

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I hate Christmas!! Just kidding.CRAZY KEN BAND45rank/position

[Cover] I Hate Christmas!! Just Kidding (Crazy Ken Band) – in a solo acoustic style

While boldly declaring “I hate Christmas” in the title, this Crazy Ken Band classic skillfully sings of a grown-up’s heart where a quiet sense of expectation is beginning to sprout.

Dapper turns of phrase characteristic of Ken Yokoyama are everywhere—like likening Christmas snow to jewels.

Released as a single in December 2002 and featured in a J-PHONE commercial, it became a major hit, peaking at No.

14.

With a comfortably nostalgic melody reminiscent of Showa-era pop and distinctive sleigh-bell sounds, it’s a song that could be richly expressed even with just a single guitar and vocals.

Perform it at a Christmas party and you’re sure to create a sophisticated, adult atmosphere.

Why not give it a try and practice?

Hakone SkylineCRAZY KEN BAND46rank/position

Hakone Skyline

From the Gotemba side, the Hakone Skyline serves as a gateway to Hakone and Izu.

It’s only about 5 km long, but on clear days you can enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji, making it a perfect driving course for a date.

Beyond that, it connects to the Ashinoko Skyline, and you can sense the man’s hesitation in the lyrics, too.

After all, wherever you go in Hakone, you’re in a hot spring town.

Boring SundayCRAZY KEN BAND47rank/position

“Boring Sunday” — the predecessor of Crazy Ken Band, CK’s

This is a song about how my day off is Sunday, her day off is Wednesday, and how unbearably boring Sundays are when we can’t go on a date.

It gives the impression of a younger guy leaning sweetly on an older woman.

Even meeting at dusk is enough to make me happy.

On days we can’t meet, I’ll work on improving myself! It’s one of the tracks on SMAP’s “SMAP017/SAMPLE BANG,” with the song written by Ken Yokoyama of Crazy Ken Band.

Blues of Black ScarsCRAZY KEN BAND48rank/position

Crazy Ken Band - The Blues of Black Scars (Kuroi Kizuato no Blues)

Centered around Ken Yokoyama, Crazy Ken Band’s track included on the album “GALAXY” stands out for its blues-inspired arrangement.

The lyrics written by Ken Yokoyama depict the regret and feelings of remorse that accompany the decisions we make in a life filled with choices.

Upon its 2006 release, the album enjoyed enduring popularity, with this song in particular drawing significant attention, even as the album reached as high as No.

10.

Given its strong enka and kayōkyoku influences, this piece should be especially easy for men in their 50s to sing.

No-way RockCRAZY KEN BAND49rank/position

Crazy Ken Band / Mappira Rock (2002)

This is their third single, released on May 22, 2002.

The intro incorporates the bossa nova classic “Mas Que Nada,” then shifts into enka and later into a children’s song—an arrangement only they could pull off.

Be sure to pay attention to the deceptively profound lyrics, too!