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Rekishi's famous and popular songs

Let me introduce you to songs by Rekishi, the solo project of Takafumi Ikeda, who was active as the keyboardist for the former band SUPER BUTTER DOG.

As the name suggests, there are many distinctive tracks about historical events.

Among these songs, Rekishi also actively collaborates with other artists in the form of featured performances.

Currently, in addition to Rekishi, he is widely active in various fields, including performing with Kazuyoshi Nakamura’s band, 100s.

Rekishi’s Greatest and Most Popular Songs (41–50)

SUPER BUTTER DOG – FUNKY Oolong Tearekishi

This is a song by SUPER BUTTER DOG, the band Rekishi used to belong to as a keyboardist.

It’s a killer tune with a funky finish.

The lyrics and the title are silly, but it’s insanely cool.

SUPER BUTTER DOG – Communication Breakdancerekishi

A song by Rekishi’s former band, SUPER BUTTER DOG, where he used to play keyboards.

It’s a pop number that sings about human relationships that just don’t go smoothly.

The vocals are excellent, and the keyboard work is highly skilled.

SUPER BUTTER DOG Sayonara COLORrekishi

A super famous song by SUPER BUTTER DOG, the band Rekishi used to be in as a keyboardist.

It’s the kind of song you end up listening to when you’re feeling down or wistful.

When I hear it, I feel like I can try my best again tomorrow.

SHIKIBUrekishi

Rekishi – SHIKIBU feat. Awa Dancer (Chatmonchy) Music Video + “Takeda’ 2” Recording Footage
SHIKIBUrekishi

“SHIKIBU” is Rekishi’s debut single, released on November 25, 2015.

Rekishi is the solo project of Takafumi Ikeda, formerly the keyboardist for SUPER BUTTER DOG, known for songs themed around history.

Chatmonchy participated under the Rekishi-name (stage name for guest musicians) “Awa no Odoriko” (Awa Dancer).

Tropical Genjirekishi

Erekishi (DJ Yatsui Ichirou × Rekishi) - Tropical Genji
Tropical Genjirekishi

A collaboration song by Elec Comic and Yatsuito.

The track starts with an intro that makes you want to clap along, and it has a refreshing feel that evokes summer.

It might be even better if you listen to it while riding in a Cooper.

Makes you want to go for a drive!

alternate attendance systemrekishi

Rekishi (History): Sankin-kōtai (Alternate Attendance)
alternate attendance systemrekishi

It’s a song themed around sankin-kotai (the Edo-period system of alternate attendance).

The lyrics are pretty much straightforward.

The guitar intro is cool.

The track has a slightly psychedelic finish.

The guitar sounds like it’s probably running through fuzz, kind of Jimi Hendrix-style.

I’m guessing that’s intentional.

Little sister now.rekishi

Rekishi – Imoko Now feat. Mouse Kozō JIROKICHI (Kohei Dojima)
Little sister now.rekishi

A breakup number by Rekishi that pairs historical themes with exquisitely tasteful lyrics and ultra-poppy music.

It takes the form of a letter from the protagonist, who is setting off as a kenzuishi envoy, to the family he’s leaving behind in his hometown.

The lyrics vividly imagine the feelings of people from that era—like mistaking Ono no Imoko, who’s on the same ship, for a woman, and sensing he’ll likely never return home.

It’s incredible.