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ROTTENGRAFFTY’s classic and popular songs

ROTTENGRAFFTY, formed and based in their hometown of Kyoto, have continued their activities without any member changes since their inception.

They’re a band known for their heavy sound, catchy melodies reminiscent of classic Japanese pop, and lyrics that give you a push forward.

Their lyrics—made even more resonant by the many hardships they’ve overcome—and their intensely passionate live performances are not to be missed.

ROTTENGRAFFTY’s classic and popular songs (21–30)

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Akari (Subtitles): ROTTENGRAFFTY
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This track is marked by ROTTENGRAFFTY’s signature aggressive, heavy sound.

The straightforward playing in the chorus is especially compelling.

In the interlude, programmed synths intertwine with a thick, weighty guitar tone.

It was released as a single in 2012 and is included on their fifth album, Walk, released in 2013.

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ROTTENGRAFFTY – STAY REAL(OFFICIAL VIDEO)
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This is the opening track of their fifth album, Walk.

It starts off with a heavy sound, and the two vocalists’ voices layered on top make it especially cool—giving the impression that it’s a perfect choice for the first song on the album.

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ROTTENGRAFFTY – 「So…Start」Music Video
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This is a single released by ROTTENGRAFFTY in October 2016.

As the title suggests, it’s a perfect song for a “beginning.” Although it has a heavy sound, it’s characteristically Rotten—pop and catchy—and it’s really cool.

Highly recommended.

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It seems this song was created with the theme of a festival so that everyone could sing, dance, and have fun together.

As a result, it’s often performed as an encore at live shows and is popular among fans.

When this song is played, the venue overflows with a truly happy, festive atmosphere, becoming the best kind of space.

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D.A.N.C.E. (Subtitles): ROTTENGRAFFTY
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A single released in 2012, also included on the fifth album “Walk” released in 2013, this is a staple that is almost always performed live.

It was released in the year Dragon Ash’s bassist IKÜZÖNE—who had been close with the band since participating as a producer on their first album—passed away, and it also serves as a tribute song to him.

His name even appears in the lyrics; it’s a track filled with love for IKÜZÖNE.

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ROTTENGRAFFTY – 「PLAYBACK」 Music Video YouTube Ver.
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A goosebump-inducing, badass track right from the intro.

Many of you might’ve first heard it at Porno Chotokkyu and been captivated.

It’s a song that packs in everything cool about ROTTENGRAFFTY, so I’d love for you to start by listening to this one.

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The sound of the harp instantly brings out a youthful vibe, and together with the sense of speed, it grabs your heart.

The way they switch between this catchy imagery and heavy sound—and how seamlessly they blend the two—is quintessentially them and one of their greatest strengths.