DIR EN GREY Popular Song Ranking [2026]

LOTUSDIR EN GREY8rank/position

DIR EN GREY – LOTUS

Although they have a strong image as a visual kei band, their sound is pure metal music.

DIR EN GREY is a five-member band from Osaka Prefecture.

“LOTUS” was released in 2011 as their 26th single.

The sweet, whisper-like vocals are sultry and wonderful.

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Araki Jakkan

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Fierceness, and the searing darkness tangled within this chestDIR EN GREY9rank/position

DIR EN GREY – MC + The Intensity and the Scorching Darkness Entwined Within This Heart [eng sub] LIVE HD

DIR EN GREY is a five-piece rock band that captivates fans with a sound that fuses genres like metal and hardcore with a variety of flavors, including folk music.

Their 23rd major-label single, ‘Hageshisa to, Kono Mune no Naka de Karamitsuita Shakunetsu no Yami,’ makes a strong impression with its opening that pairs a loud rock ensemble with melodious vocals.

While much of the track is built around growls, the melody weaves in a wide range of vocal techniques, which further amplifies the impact of the shouts.

It’s an aggressive number that draws you into DIR EN GREY’s distinctive dark worldview.

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Hoshino Takashi

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DIFFERENT SENSEDIR EN GREY10rank/position

[HD] DIFFERENT SENSE | DIR EN GREY (PV)

A 25th single released in 2011.

With high-speed beats, a heavy sound, and vocals that mix growls and shouts, the style is quintessentially Dir.

The chorus is sung cleanly and powerfully at a slower tempo, and among their songs it is set at a very high key.

I’llDIR EN GREY11rank/position

Dir en Grey – I’ll (HD)

DIR EN GREY, now a rock band of global renown.

They’re far beyond what can be summed up by the term “visual kei,” so for those who don’t know their indie era, this track may feel fresh.

Released in 1998 as their second indie single, “-I’ll-” features a song structure reminiscent of classic V-kei rock, yet you can already sense the individuality that would later explode—in the division of roles between the guitars and the restless bass lines.

The vocal performance, which strongly evokes Kuroyume’s influence, now feels refreshing in its own right when you look back at it.

INCONVENIENT IDEALDIR EN GREY12rank/position

INCONVENIENT IDEAL

When it comes to DIR EN GREY, their death growls and screams may be the most striking elements, but vocalist Kyo also excels at delicate expression.

A track that showcases Kyo’s transparent, ethereal singing and that I highly recommend is one included on the album UROBOROS, released in November 2008.

It’s a highly melodic piece without aggression, crafted into a dreamlike song centered on Kyo’s beautiful vocals.

The lyrics, which depict inner conflict and the depths of emotion, are also captivating.

RanunculusDIR EN GREY13rank/position

DIR EN GREY – 「Ranunculus」(Promotion Edit Ver.) (CLIP)

A work where deep introspection intersects with intense emotional expression.

Included on the September 2018 album “The Insulated World,” this piece vividly showcases DIR EN GREY’s musical maturity.

Its distinctive soundscape—woven from heavy guitar riffs and delicate melodic lines—will surely leave a deep impression on listeners.

Themes such as self-deception, fear of loss, and a yearning for renewal are explored, carrying a powerful message that encourages self-reflection.

Highly recommended for those drawn to dark, complex musicality or wishing to confront their inner conflicts.

Wear a Human ‘Ningen wo Kaburu’DIR EN GREY14rank/position

Wear a human (Ningen wo Kaburu)

From a visual kei band to a globally renowned hardcore act.

This 2018 song by DIR EN GREY showcases their tremendous evolution.

It features a heavy, hard sound and a chorus that explodes from death growls into high notes.

With its considerable difficulty, it’s a number that seems well worth tackling at karaoke.