Ketsumeishi’s Uplifting Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

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Ketsumeishi “Signal of the Beginning” (15th Anniversary) Short Ver.

A work you’ll want to listen to the moment you wake up in the morning.

It’s a track by the hugely popular hip-hop group Ketsumeishi.

Released in January 2003, it’s a fan favorite and is frequently featured as an opening number at their live shows.

The song is characterized by rap over a reggae beat, with the hook’s chorus being a real high point.

Loved by many fans as a song that signals the start of something new, it’s perfect for kicking off the day.

Whether you’re not a morning person or thrive in the mornings, why not start your day full of energy by listening to this track?

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Ketsumeishi “Premonition of a Beginning”

This is a hidden feel-good song by Ketsumeishi, who rose to popularity with a style that simply raps catchy, distinctive, youthful sentiments.

While it’s especially beloved as a masterpiece among aficionados, its general recognition remains low—making it a true hidden gem that quietly radiates its presence.

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Ketsumeishi - Summer Memories

When it comes to Ketsumeishi’s summer songs, Natsu no Omoide (Summer Memories) is the go-to.

Released as a single in 2003, it reached No.

3 on the Oricon Singles Chart and was used in a commercial for Vodafone, which is now SoftBank.

Its refreshing sound and driving beat are really cool, and the music video that uses reverse playback is memorable too.

It’s a perfect track for a drive, so why not make it your car’s BGM on the way to your summer getaway?

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Hamada Takuya

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Tears / Ketsumeishi (Cover)

As we grow up, we show our emotions less and less, and we tend to forget how to cry.

In fact, being an adult often makes us believe that shedding tears is somehow a bad thing.

But tears heal and embrace our wounded hearts—this song tells us it’s okay to cry.

Listen to this track by Ketsumeishi, or other music, watch a movie or a drama, and when things are tough, let your tears flow and cleanse yourself.

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SAKI

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Ketsumeishi / Fight, Salaryman

This is a song I want to recommend to salarymen across Japan! It’s an uplifting anthem for office workers by Ketsumeishi, known for their many popular tracks and karaoke staples.

The lyrics are packed with relatable “salaryman” moments, and you’ll likely find your own worries reflected in the song.

When you feel like quitting your job, listening to this might make you think, “Everyone’s struggling with similar problems and still pushing through,” and help you feel a little lighter.

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Hane Keisuke

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Ketsumeishi “You Two, Summer”

It’s a song that vividly colored the summer of 2010.

A breezy 1970s disco sound layered with a buoyant soca-style beat lifts your spirits, and the tonal gradation that begins with acoustic guitar feels like a fanfare announcing the arrival of summer.

The lyrics, in lyrical strokes, depict bittersweet memories of driving along the coastline, as well as the nostalgia and yearning for the future that we feel precisely because we’re now adults.

Released in July 2010, the track also became familiar as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onegai! Ranking” in August of the same year.

It’s a perfect classic for those moments when you reminisce about days gone by while making the most of the summer you’re living right now.

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Sakura – Ketsumeishi (Full)

This is a song by Ketsumeishi, who have been active for a long time.

One of the great things about them, who have released numerous hit songs, is their wide range of expression—from comical tracks to songs packed with passion.

Listening to “Sakura” is the kind of experience that lifts your spirits.