TRICERATOPS Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

2020TRICERATOPS11rank/position

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Their first single after moving to Victor, released in 2002.

Starting from a simple eight-beat and bass line, the track gradually expands and unfolds.

The instruments are blended with exquisite balance, letting you fully savor its alternative elements.

It’s a laid-back song, yet it makes you want to crank the volume and blast it.

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AceTRICERATOPS12rank/position

TRICERATOPS – Ace

This is a song included on the 7th album, “VOYAGE OF TRICERATOPS.” The guitar and bass phrases and harmonies during the line that sings “Everyone is an ace” are really cool.

It’s a quintessential TRICERATOPS track with a classic folk-rock vibe.

It’s a highly recommended song.

GOTHIC RINGTRICERATOPS13rank/position

TRICERATOPS – GOTHIC RING

This is a classic that showcased TRICERATOPS’s high potential back in 1998, when they were a rising band catching the ears of sharp-eared Japanese rock fans, revealing a different side from their sweet, breezy guitar-pop sound.

The arrangement is brilliant: from a distinctly ’90s-sounding, likely programmed drum intro, it cascades into a tense opening; the guitar riffs and bass line make clever use of rests, and the drums that hug the melody are seriously cool.

Among their songs from that time, this one especially carries a strong scent of contemporary British rock, and Wada’s wistful vocals and melodies, along with the lyrics’ excellent sense of imagery, are just superb.

As an aside, it’s also a favorite of the one and only Yuming (Yumi Matsutoya).

If your only image of them is “GOING TO THE MOON,” this is the masterpiece you especially need to hear!

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TATOOTRICERATOPS14rank/position

TATTOO

A song with a fresh angle that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tattoo—an indelible mark that remains.

These days, even “digital tattoos” are a buzzword, so the expression doesn’t feel out of place, but at the time, you could say he had the sense to stay one step ahead by weaving that word into the theme.

You can feel a powerful message in the mere two lines of lyrics after the second chorus.

Incidentally, it was the only release that came out as a CCCD, and back then there were many issues, such as degraded sound quality.

He apologized on his blog and promised not to release music on CCCD thereafter—an episode that evokes that era.

Any DayTRICERATOPS15rank/position

TRICERATOPS – Any Day

This is a track included on the 9th DVD, “12-Bar ‘13’.” The acoustic bass sounds wonderfully pleasant, and Wada’s fresh guitar-vocal with his gentle voice slides right in.

The sprinkled English and jazzy vibe come together with a stylish flair.

Fly AwayTRICERATOPS16rank/position

Fly Away – TRICERATOPS

The lead track from a single released in 2002.

This single was the first in the band’s history to feature songs by every member.

It was also used as the ending theme for NHK’s “Pop Jam” at the time.

The song is characterized by choral parts designed so fans can sing along at live shows.

When you want to do your best, when you need a push, it gives you a tailwind.

It’s that kind of positive song.

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GROOVE WALKTRICERATOPS17rank/position

GROOVE WALK

Released in 2000, this was the theme song for KOSÉ’s “Salon Style” commercial.

With a four-on-the-floor rhythm and bassline, a dry, overtone-rich guitar, and Wada’s highly free melody, it may be the pinnacle of how much information a three-piece band can pack in.

No matter where you start listening, it’s a pleasant sound.

It’s an easy entry point for TRICERATOPS beginners, and for those in bands, the sound production should be a useful reference.

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IfTRICERATOPS18rank/position

if (TRICERATOPS) 2007.12.20

Their ninth single overall, this track is a soulful, medium-tempo ballad—unusual for them at the time.

Even in a song like this, they showcase the unique strengths of a three-piece: the simple yet spot-on guitar work, a melodic bass line, and drums with finely detailed arrangements.

Their hallmark vocal harmonies are outstanding, and the lyrics have that unmistakable Wada flair bursting through—really nice.

You could say it’s a song that highlights their high potential as a rock band.

That said, it isn’t just for quiet listening; it also carries a groove that naturally makes your body sway—that’s the special charm of TRICERATOPS!

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Jewel – TRICERATOPS

A song released in 2004, nine months after the previous work.

It was also used as the ending theme for the TV Kanagawa variety show “saku saku.” The melody is more refined than before, and you can glimpse the band’s core that defies simple categorization.

I think producing a recording with a live feel is difficult, but after many years of experience, that style seems to come out naturally.

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LIP CREAMTRICERATOPS20rank/position

LIP CREAM

It may not be a single, but it’s a hidden gem that’s hugely popular among fans! This track is included on the landmark second album that first put TRICERATOPS on many people’s radar, THE GREAT SKELETON’S MUSIC GUIDE BOOK, released in December 1998.

The lyrics are quintessential Sho Wada—capturing small moments of everyday life while deftly portraying a sweet yet slightly bittersweet love story.

At the same time, their robust, rock-solid sound—heavily influenced by Western music—sets it apart from a run-of-the-mill sweet love song.

And the guitar solo, though short, leaves a strong impression—surprisingly mature and tasteful for a band in their early twenties!

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