Hit and popular songs by SHISHAMO (Shishamo)

Surely because of that mangaSHISHAMO

Played SHISHAMO's 'Surely It's Because of That Manga'

This is a song that enjoys overwhelming popularity among fans.

The guitar riff is downright cool, and the lyrics are heartbreakingly poignant.

It portrays someone insisting that they’re not pining after “you,” but merely sympathizing with the girl protagonist of a manga, a show of bravado that grips every listener’s heart.

Miyazaki’s emotionally charged vocal delivery is another deeply moving highlight.

The video was sourced from Twitter.

A missed connection dateSHISHAMO

Passing-by Date / SHISHAMO Bass

I think this song really brings out the differences in how men and women think.

It portrays, quite vividly, a girlfriend who wants to make proper plans before going out and a boyfriend who thinks it’s fine to decide where to go and what to do on the day.

The boyfriend is completely relying on her, and she seems to be gradually losing feelings because of it.

I’m sure there are men who can relate.

The video is the second track in the album digest.

Look, you’re smiling.SHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “See, You’re Smiling”

This is SHISHAMO’s first movie theme song.

It portrays a strong woman who parts ways with her former, timid self and strives to move forward on her own power even in the face of adversity.

The track feels like a page from a youthful story that suits a clear, sunny sky.

Unusually for them, the lyrics aren’t about romance, which makes me feel there’s still so much potential ahead.

towelSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO towel played on guitar

This is an absolute staple at our live shows.

More than a staple—we always perform it.

If you’re going to a concert or festival, this is a must-check track.

The song cutely encourages everyone to buy our merch towel because it’s cheap.

When the chorus hits, let’s all swing our towels around as hard as we can.

The video is linked on Twitter.

MetroSHISHAMO

Metro / SHISHAMO - Tried playing it on guitar

It portrays the bittersweet feeling of remembering the “you” I broke up with whenever I ride the metro.

The way the protagonist struggles to become strong enough to ride the metro without thinking of “you” is deeply moving.

I think most people have experienced a love they can’t forget.

This is a song that gently accompanies those feelings.

The video is a digest of the album; it appears as the eighth track.

holidaySHISHAMO

SHISHAMO Holiday - Tried playing it on guitar

It seems they wanted to make a song with no lyrics in the chorus, so the chorus is just “ah-ah.” The song portrays a real day off so vividly that listening to it makes you want to laze around and feel relaxed.

I’d definitely want to listen to it on a day off.

Things between you and meSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO - Played “Kimi to no Koto” on guitar

A distinctive feature of SHISHAMO’s songs is their narrative quality, and this track is literally a story.

The lyrics describe someone who has been with “Leila” for a long time but has a true love elsewhere and is trying to go back to that person.

There’s nothing wrong with “Leila”; from the way the singer keeps telling themselves that everything is their fault, you can feel that, even while knowing it’s unforgivable, they still cherish her.

Since there’s no official music video, this is a play-through/performance video.