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Ketsumeishi “Ballad”

Ketsumeishi is known for having lots of bright songs with plenty of hip-hop and rap elements, but they actually have ballads too! With gentle melodies over piano and string-backed arrangements… this side of Ketsumeishi is really satisfying to listen to, and it looks cool to sing as well! The song runs close to seven minutes, so it’s on the longer side, but it’s highly recommended when you want something mellow.

Of course, there’s rap in it too, but the tempo is relaxed, so it’s easy to learn and easy to groove to.

It seems best to sing while moving your body in a big, open way.

The chorus is a real highlight, so if you sing each phrase carefully, you can really put your feelings into it.

There are spots where it slips lightly into falsetto, which adds a surge of poignancy.

The latter half of the chorus is a sweet spot for singing, so don’t hesitate—project your voice with confidence!

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The end of love comes surprisingly quietly.

It’s a song I recommend even to people who don’t normally listen to Ketsumeishi or aren’t into rap.

As you can tell from the title, it’s about the end of a romance, and its abruptness and that indescribable sense of loss are so heartbreaking that it makes me cry.

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Tokyo

Ketsumeishi’s mid-tempo ballad “Tokyo” is a song that gently seeps into the listener’s heart.

Featured on their 2005 album Ketsunopolis 4, its heartwarming melody fused with a distinctive hip-hop flavor delivers a deep emotional pull with every listen.

You can feel the delicate sentiments of someone who still thinks of their hometown even after moving to Tokyo.

It captures the emotions that connect the everyday lives and memories of many people in the great metropolis—joy and sorrow alike.

On a quiet night, listening to this resonant track might bring nostalgic days vividly back to life.

Give it a listen when you’re feeling lonely or thinking of someone special!

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Ketsumeishi 'Namida' (Tears)

Among the many great songs by Ketsumeishi, this one is especially popular.

Even more than ten years after its release, it remains a timeless classic.

Its bittersweet yet warm, lullaby-like sound matches the melancholic scenes of autumn and makes you want to keep it on repeat.

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Ketsumeishi “For Us…”

A love song by Ketsumeishi, whose catchy leanings toward hip-hop and reggae elements create a pop style.

With a vibe that hits right with kids too, it draws listeners into a melodious world.

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Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

From the title alone you can tell it’s a friendship song: “Tomo yo ~ Kono Saki mo Zutto…” by Ketsumeishi.

Released in 2016 as their 29th single, it also served as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Fast Asleep! The Great Assault on the Dreaming World.” While it touches on the anxiety of parting with friends at graduation and other turning points, it’s an encouraging track that reminds you of the fun ahead and a friendship that will continue forever.

Plus, the music video features Dachou Club, and the contrast between their footage and the song is hilarious.

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Friendship, you know,

Many of us have probably experienced growing a little distant from friends we used to see almost every day, laughing together over silly conversations.

This warm mid-tempo ballad from Ketsumeishi depicts friendships that have changed with time, and the enduring value of bonds that remain unchanged.

The track is included on their album “Ketsuno-Polis 13,” released in January 2024.

Why not give it a listen as you reminisce about the old days before meeting up with an old friend again?