DIR EN GREY Popular Song Ranking [2026]

The Perfume of SinsDIR EN GREY41rank/position

DIR EN GREY – “The Perfume of Sins” [Included on the 11th album ‘PHALARIS’] (Promotion Edit Ver.) (Clip)

A track with a heavy sound and profound themes.

Using death and sin as motifs, its lyrics depict the darker side of humanity, piercing sharply into the listener’s heart.

Included on the album PHALARIS, released in June 2022, it also received a music video.

This work showcases the band’s evolution while retaining the intensity of their early years.

Recommended for those interested in the depths of human psychology and suffering, and for anyone who enjoys a weighty sound.

It’s a popular song frequently performed live, so if you attend a DIR EN GREY concert, be sure to enjoy this track’s performance.

The World of MercyDIR EN GREY42rank/position

DIR EN GREY – 「The World of Mercy」 (Promotion Edit Ver.) (CLIP)

A monumental work with an overwhelming presence that exceeds ten minutes.

Its grand musical structure and Kyo’s protean vocals weave a sonic world that draws listeners into another dimension.

The interplay of stillness and intensity, the beauty of the strings, and the weighty guitar sound leave a strong impression.

Released in September 2019, this piece is positioned as the “final piece” of the previous album, The Insulated World.

The lyrics, which focus on the “pain” of individuals and society, evoke deep emotions.

The contrast between ferocity and serenity is striking, making you forget the track’s length of over ten minutes.

A highly recommended song for those who want to immerse themselves deeply in music.

UrokoDIR EN GREY43rank/position

Dir en Grey – Uroko pv sub esp

Dir en Grey perform hard-hitting songs live, centered on metalcore and including genres like gothic rock and death metal.

The band consists of five members: vocalist Kyo, guitarists Kaoru and Die, bassist Toshiya, and drummer Shinya.

Formed in Osaka in 1997, they have toured around the world, achieved success with shows in North America in 2000, and have since become a widely discussed band across 30 countries, including in Europe and Australia.

KasumiDIR EN GREY44rank/position

DIR EN GREY – Kasumi (Official video)

This song blends madness with twisted affection.

It’s the title track of a single released by DIR EN GREY in April 2003, and it’s included on the album VULGAR.

Set to a wistful melody, it tells the sad story of a father and daughter.

The lyrics weave past and present together, gradually revealing the father’s descent into madness in a way that sends chills down your spine.

It’s recommended for when you’re in the mood for something frighteningly fascinating.

Otogi (fairy tale; folklore; legend)DIR EN GREY45rank/position

Otogi (fairy tale; folklore; legend)

This work is a track included on their 11th album, PHALARIS.

The album PHALARIS was released in June 2022 and ranked fifth on the Oricon chart.

The lyrics are striking for their use of Buddhist imagery—such as mandalas and the Lotus Sutra—to portray human desire and suffering.

With its heavy riffs and intense vocals, the song blends elements of alternative metal and avant-garde metal.

It can be described as a piece with profound themes that resonate with those seeking spiritual liberation and salvation.