SID’s best-known and popular songs
Let me introduce songs by SID, a visual kei rock band active since 2003.
Although they’re a visual kei band, they have many refreshing tracks, so even people who don’t usually listen to visual kei may find them easy to enjoy.
In particular, “Uso” became widely known after being used as an ending theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist, so many of you may have heard it.
When they debuted in 2003, they reportedly wore mourning attire as their stage costumes.
Fans still refer to that period as the “mourning clothes era.”
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SID’s best and most popular songs (1–10)
SleepShido
It’s a song about a sad love that will never come true.
It sings of a woman’s heart that can’t be his number one because he’s unfaithful, yet can’t forget him or give up.
The chorus has a deeply heartrending melody that makes you feel the pain just by listening.
one wayShido
Since it’s a post–major debut track, it features a very catchy, fast-paced melody.
It’s the kind of song you can groove to while twirling a towel with everyone.
Mao’s rapid-fire delivery is also a distinctive trait.
The bass and drums lay down an incredibly cool sound.
chapter 1Shido
Unusually, this song starts with a violin.
The music video features sharp white suits and looks cool.
It’s a song about hope for the future and really fires up the crowd at live shows.
It powerfully expresses SID’s unique ability to make dreams come true.
The lyrics are interesting, comparing oneself to a conductor.
SID’s famous and popular songs (11–20)
milkShido
It’s a song about the morning of a breakup with a lover, and it’s a sad one.
The lyrics depict two adults parting amicably for each other’s sake, filled with deep melancholy and heartache.
The piano melody and guitar blend to create a jazz-like atmosphere.
It’s a hidden gem among SID’s songs.
Dirty fingerShido
It’s a song about a woman who works in the nightlife industry, portraying a cool, confident woman.
It’s also the first track on the album, with a driving sense of speed, yet it incorporates stylish, jazz-like elements, making it a fantastic piece.
The lyrics are interesting too, so it’s even more enjoyable if you listen while reading them.
alibiShido
A song from their indie days, with their full-on visual style on display.
It’s about confronting a fickle, unfaithful man, but the chic melody gives it a richly atmospheric Showa-kayo vibe.
The music video also features wonderful costumes and makeup, so I hope you’ll watch it along with the song.
CircusShido
Using a circus as a metaphor, the lyrics depict a girl who falls in love with a popular boy at school.
It’s a perfect song for students.
The lyrics are full of playful elements and are really entertaining.
It’s also rare in that it was composed by the drummer, Yuya, and it’s incredibly exciting.