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Exploding in popularity with “Yoru Naga Uta”! Ranking of popular songs by Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai

Exploding in popularity with “Yoru Naga Uta”! Ranking of popular songs by Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai
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A four-piece rock band whose name was inspired by a quote from Albert Einstein—and whose sensibility embodying that idea captivates fans—God Does Not Roll Dice.

The lyric video for Yona-ga Uta, a track from their third mini-album, A View on Lambda, surpassed 10 million views on YouTube in 2020, making their name known to a wide range of listeners.

Doesn’t that make you curious about their other songs as well?

So this time we’ve prepared a ranking of their most popular tracks—if you’re not very familiar with them yet, be sure to check it out!

Explosion in popularity with 'Yoru Naga Uta'! God Doesn't Roll Dice Popular Song Rankings (1–10)

Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai1rank/position

God Does Not Play Dice “Yoru-Naga Uta” [Official Lyric Video]
Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai

On sleepless nights, I suddenly remember someone precious who’s no longer by my side.

This is a tear-jerking rock ballad that sings of a heartbreak so intense it feels like your chest might burst.

It’s a work by the Fukuoka-born band God Doesn’t Roll Dice, included on their mini-album “A View on Lambda,” released in May 2019.

Starting with an intro that feels like turning back the hands of a clock, it builds to a dramatic chorus where emotions spill over all at once, sending shivers through your heart.

It also served as the theme song for the film “Little Subculture Wars: The Rebellion of Village Vanguard!” released in October 2020.

It’s a song that gently stays with you on nights when you can’t let go of a love you can’t forget, or when you want to sing your heart out and cry at karaoke.

Baby BabyKami wa saikoro o furanai2rank/position

God Does Not Roll Dice 'Baby Baby' - Live Scenes [Official Music Video]
Baby BabyKami wa saikoro o furanai

God Doesn’t Roll the Dice but Plays is a song that reflects experiences and emotions from the tour.

It blends an upbeat sound with sing-along-friendly pop elements, conveying the heat of a live house show.

Released digitally in June 2024, the track was first unveiled during the live house tour “Live Tour 2024: Adjacent Heat Haze.” The lyrics depict behind-the-scenes stories from the shows and discoveries made on the road, showcasing the band’s growth.

I hope cover bands will fully bring out the song’s energetic appeal as well.

Ephemeral FireworksKami wa saikoro o furanai3rank/position

God Doesn't Play Dice “Ephemeral Fireworks” [Official Lyric Video]
Ephemeral FireworksKami wa saikoro o furanai

God doesn’t roll the dice, but he gifts a bittersweet summer love song.

Titled with the word “utakata”—a term used to describe things fleeting—this track portrays a romance that flares like fireworks, shining only for a moment.

The lyrics depict a couple in yukata waiting for the fireworks to launch, while the woman senses that “this relationship won’t last long.” Even so, she can’t extinguish her feelings for him.

Many listeners will likely be moved by the ephemerality and poignancy of this one-summer love.

Released on July 17, 2020, this song became their major-label debut first digital single.

phalaenopsis orchidKami wa saikoro o furanai4rank/position

God Does Not Play Dice “Phalaenopsis” [Official Lyric Video]
phalaenopsis orchidKami wa saikoro o furanai

A heartrending breakup ballad that portrays the agonizing turmoil of being unable to accept a parting and clinging to lingering feelings.

Created by the Fukuoka-born four-piece rock band Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai, it’s included on their mini-album “Ri – kotowari -,” released in February 2020.

The sound arrangement—where the warmth of acoustic instruments intersects with the cold, inorganic resonance of synthesizers—further highlights the obsession and loneliness toward the unforgettable person.

Vocalist Shusaku Yanagida’s delicate, restrained singing gently lifts the buried pain from the depths of the heart.

If you still love that person and just can’t look forward, I hope you listen to this song and let yourself cry your heart out.

the realm of carnageKami wa saikoro o furanai5rank/position

Kamisai (God Does Not Roll Dice) is a four-piece rock band from Fukuoka.

This work is a digital single released in April 2023, created as an insert song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Last Man: The Blind Investigator.” While “yozakura” (night cherry blossoms) often evokes an image of fleeting petals, what they deliver is a robust, life-affirming rock sound forged to survive the crucible.

Like cherry blossoms glowing in the dark, it portrays a fierce attachment to life that shines precisely amid loneliness and adversity.

The music video, noted for its use of visual tricks, carries the message that what you see isn’t everything.

When you feel crushed by an irrational reality, this song may spark a flame deep within your heart.

Silver saltKami wa saikoro o furanai6rank/position

This is a song by Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai that delicately portrays the pain of heartbreak.

Lingering attachment to bygone days and a lost love resonates alongside a sound where post-rock elements stand out.

Released in October 2024, the track was also selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Golden Kamuy Season 6.

Its dynamic ebb and flow seems to mirror emotional ups and downs, and the dramatically unfolding melody line is another highlight.

When you’re struggling to sort out your feelings, this piece may be the one to stay by your side.

Going round and roundKami wa saikoro o furanai7rank/position

KAMI WA SAIKORO WO FURANAI “MEGURU MEGURU” [Official Lyric Video]
Going round and roundKami wa saikoro o furanai

Kamisai (God Does Not Roll Dice), a rock band best known for the ballad “Yona-Uta,” which went viral mainly on TikTok.

“Meguru Meguru” is a driving, medium-up tune released digitally in 2021.

Its lyrics, which echo the feeling of a fresh start in spring, are deeply emotional.

Starting in April 2021, it was featured in the “New encounters begin on TikTok” commercial starring Ryo Narita, Fumiyo Kohinata, and Zonosanssan.

The propulsive, forward-thrusting rhythm makes you want to break into a run—it feels great.

Perfect for when you’re ready to start something new!