Hi-STANDARD Popular Song Ranking [2026]

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Hi-STANDARD – Stay Gold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Yoshiya Uza-tsuyo, a standout fighter, has chosen as his entrance theme a track from Hi-STANDARD—one of Japan’s leading punk rock bands—featured on their 1999 album “MAKING THE ROAD.” The song reflects on dreams and memories that risk being buried in everyday life, while emphasizing the importance of continuing to shine.

It’s characterized by a driving, fast-paced melody and powerful performance.

Carrying words of encouragement from a loved one, it conveys a message about preserving a pure heart.

As one of Hi-STANDARD’s signature songs, it’s a fan favorite frequently performed live.

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My First Kiss

A signature cover song by the three-piece band Hi-STANDARD.

They reconstructed the familiar tune from the beloved national anime Kiteretsu Daihyakka with English lyrics and a fast beat; it’s included on the single “LOVE IS A BATTLEFIELD,” released in April 2000.

The result perfectly blends the cuteness of the original with the intensity of punk.

With a simple arrangement—power chords on guitar and mostly root notes on bass—it’s easy to cover even if you’ve just started a band.

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Hi-Standard – Dear My Friends

This song captivates with its fast-paced melodic hardcore sound and heartwarming lyrics about friendship and reunion.

It powerfully expresses the joy of living and the unchanging strength of bonds, even when apart.

Featured on Hi-STANDARD’s album “MAKING THE ROAD,” released in June 1999, the track became a major hit, selling over one million copies in Japan and abroad.

With energetic guitar riffs and highly message-driven lyrics celebrating friendship and the joy of reuniting, it has won the hearts of many listeners.

It’s a moving choice for a friend’s birthday or wedding gift, as well as for those memorable moments of reconnecting with a longtime friend.

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HI-STANDARD – Can’t Help Falling In Love

Among Hi-STANDARD’s cover songs, one of the most popular is “Can’t Falling in Love.” It was included on the EP “Love is A Battlefield,” released just before they went on hiatus in 2000, and the original is by the legendary rock star Elvis Presley.

The original is a slow, tender ballad, but Hi-STANDARD turned it into a fast-paced track, bringing out a different kind of appeal.

Rock (punk) covers of famous songs aren’t unusual now, but you could say that this trend was sparked by Hi-STANDARD.

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Hi-STANDARD – Brand New Sunset [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

The melodic hardcore band Hi-STANDARD’s West Coast-style twilight, Brand New Sunset, is also a perfect track to listen to at dusk! It feels more like a song that suits the word “sunset” than “twilight,” but twilight is the same everywhere in the world.

The song carries a hint of loneliness that brings back memories of the fun days ending in childhood or farewells with friends.

Still, the melodic hardcore sound is alive and well, so it’s a track you can enjoy comfortably without getting too sentimental!

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Murakami Shinpei

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SUMMER OF LOVE (Live at YOKOHAMA ARENA 20181222)

Hi-STANDARD, the legendary rock band that built Japan’s melodic hardcore scene.

“SUMMER OF LOVE,” included on their first album “GROWING UP,” is a catchy track whose speed and poppy melodies epitomize melodic hardcore.

The ensemble evokes both the heat and freshness of summer, making it a perfect drive-time BGM that amps up your mood.

A powerful summer tune with a cool, timeless sound that still hasn’t faded.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Hi Standard – Angry Fist (Full Album – 1997)

You can call it youth rock, punk, or melodic hardcore—whatever you like—but they were the band that brought the fun of punk rock and its positive message to Japanese listeners.

Their distinctive fashion also became popular, especially among young people.

So this is what real rock is.