Ketsumeishi Popular Song Ranking [2026]

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Ketsumeishi “Sakura”

Ketsumeishi, a hip-hop group that earned overwhelming support from the Heisei generation.

While they fall under the hip-hop umbrella, their music is very catchy, with many easy-to-sing tracks.

Among them, the one I especially recommend for harmonizing is Sakura.

You might not associate it strongly with harmonies, but in fact, there’s a subtle harmony chorus that appears in the hook.

There are apps that can isolate just the chorus parts, so try using one of those to listen closely to the harmonies.

The difficulty of the harmony is low, so it’s recommended for beginners.

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Ryo

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Ketsumeishi “Tomodachi”

A classic ballad that served as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “JAPAN COUNTDOWN,” it sings of friendship and parting with friends going their separate ways, while looking ahead with hope for the future.

It resonated with many people during the end of youth and graduation season, and the music video features an emotional story starring model Kaito.

The song itself hardly goes into high notes, so you can likely sing it in a steady, understated manner.

Since it’s a hip-hop ballad, there’s rap as well.

If you focus on coming in clearly at the start and delivering the rap with intention, it’s easier to lock into the rhythm.

And then there are the high notes from around the last four minutes—keep time with your body and place your voice so it locks in with the melody!

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Kubota Mami

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Ketsumeishi - Summer Memories

When it comes to summer drives, this classic has to be the one.

Released in July 2003 as their 10th single, it’s also included on the acclaimed album Ketsunopolis 3.

A mellow track fused with smooth, feel-good rap, it vividly brings back the scenes and fleeting emotions of seasons spent with friends.

It’s the perfect number to play while cruising along a coastal road or during lively trips with your crew.

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Tears / Ketsumeishi (Cover)

When you’re sad, cry your heart out, cry until your tears run dry, and become stronger for every tear you shed—so that in the end, you can smile.

That’s the kind of song this is.

Ketsumeishi’s gentle vocals are wonderful, and because it’s a song that lets you cry as much as you need, I think it also gives you the strength to face forward.

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Ketsumeishi “Fight! Salaryman”

This is a powerful song that cheers on the daily struggles of office workers.

Released by Ketsumeishi in November 2010, it was used as a commercial song for Gurunavi.

While vividly portraying the realities salarymen face—salaries, allowances, and harsh working conditions—it carries a message that encourages them to keep fighting with a positive attitude.

Its memorable phrases strikingly express both the pride and hardships of those who support society.

When you’re exhausted from work or want to do your best for your family, why not listen to this song and recharge?

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Ketsumeishi “Farewell, Tears”

This is the kind of track that makes you want to stamp it as “the quintessential Ketsumeishi song!” Released as a single in March 2016, it also drew attention as the DHC commercial song featuring model Chinami Suzuki.

It carries a positive message about overcoming sorrow and moving toward a new you.

The beautiful, approachable melody blends perfectly with the warm rap, and listening to it feels like a gentle push on your back.

It’s a classic that occupies an important place in the group’s history, also included on the album KETSUNOPOLIS 10.

Pick it when you’re a bit worn out by a new chapter in life, or as the perfect companion for a May drive through fresh greenery.

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Ketsumeishi “Fragments of Encounters”

This is a gem of a medium-tempo ballad that gently depicts growth through encounters and farewells.

Released in January 2008, it marked Ketsumeishi’s first time providing a theme song for a film, beautifully capturing the world of the movie “Flowers Blooming in the Shade” (Kage Hinata ni Saku).

Also included on the album “Ketsuno Police 6,” the song garnered wide support, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Seamlessly blending mellow rap with a catchy melody, the track is distinguished by its richly emotive piano lines.

It’s a perfect choice for karaoke with friends or for moments when you want to reflect on memories with someone special.