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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)

Zero Fighter Sound SystemROTTENGRAFFTY

Zero Fighter SOUNDSYSTEM (Subtitles): ROTTENGRAFFTY
Zero Fighter Sound SystemROTTENGRAFFTY

A staple at their live shows, this track’s intro guitar riff sticks in your head.

Everything—sound, rhythm, structure, and lyrics—is ultra-aggressive.

It’s a killer tune they proudly claim only Rotten could pull off.

The song appears on their second album “Ekisapiko,” released in 2005.

Wicked Scheme ~Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence~ROTTENGRAFFTY

[PV] Scheming ~ Merry Christmas Mr. Lawre – ROTTENGRAFFTY
Wicked Scheme ~Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence~ROTTENGRAFFTY

Speaking of cool mixture songs, it’s no exaggeration to say ROTTENGRAFFTY.

Their meticulously crafted song structures, powerful vocals layered over clean sound, and above all, the easy-to-listen rhythms make the music naturally stick in your head.

ROTTENGRAFFTY’s Classic and Popular Songs (31–40)

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[PV] Scheming ~ Merry Christmas Mr. Lawre – ROTTENGRAFFTY
plotting something evil; a wicked scheme; mischiefROTTENGRAFFTY

This is a signature song by ROTTENGRAFFTY that greatly boosted their recognition by staying on the Oricon charts for an extended period.

It’s a danceable track that transforms Ryuichi Sakamoto’s Merry Christmas, Mr.

Lawrence into a flashy rock sound.

As a coming-of-age song that suits Japanese tastes and has many female fans, it’s also known as a song that makes you popular.

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This track is included on their second mini-album, GRIND VIBES, released in 2002.

It has a different vibe from Rotten’s usual style—a groovy tune that naturally makes you want to move your body.

It showcases a different side from their typical aggressive sound.

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WALK (Subtitles): ROTTENGRAFFTY
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The ROTTENGRAFFTY-style ballad “WALK” is included on their fifth album, Walk, released in 2013.

The moment it goes all-in from the intro’s single-note guitar phrase gives you goosebumps.

It’s a masterpiece whose straightforward lyrics strike right at the heart.

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[PV] e for 20 – ROTTENGRAFFTY
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It’s included on their first album, CL∀SSICK, released in 2004.

CL∀SSICK is an album on which Dragon Ash’s bassist IKÜZÖNE participated as a producer.

It’s a track that combines a sense of speed with a somewhat Japanese-style atmosphere.

Tonight is Boogie BackROTTENGRAFFTY

ROTTENGRAFFTY / LIVE Tonight is Boogie Back
Tonight is Boogie BackROTTENGRAFFTY

This is a cover by ROTTENGRAFFTY, a rock band from Kyoto.

It’s a sound that skillfully fuses rock and hip-hop, true to their signature mixed style that blends loud rock with a kayōkyoku-like flavor while also incorporating rap.

The rapping by vocalists NAOKI and NOBUYA is a must-see.

It’s a popular track that they sometimes perform live.