That all-girl band covered it too! Popular cover versions of Spitz’s “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky”)
“Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“We Should Be Able to Fly”), one of Spitz’s signature songs, has been a beloved classic ever since its release.
The chorus is so well-known that just about everyone can sing it, right?
It’s a track with that quintessential Spitz softness in its melody—truly captivating.
This song is adored by many musicians as well, and it has been covered countless times!
In this article, we’ll introduce various artists’ covers of “Sora mo Toberu Hazu.”
We’re also featuring the much-talked-about cover by that girls’ band which was used as a movie theme song, so be sure to give it a listen!
That girls’ band covered it too! Popular cover versions of Spitz’s “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (1–10)
Fujihara Sakura
Sakura Fujiwara, known for her high notes and smoky voice, is hugely popular.
Her covers, sung with that distinctive tone, fit so well you might forget the originals.
It’s impressive how completely she makes each song her own.
The accompaniment is just a single acoustic guitar.
The technical yet gentle guitar sound paired with her alluring voice is seriously addictive.
Uru
Uru’s ballad-style cover version is popular.
The gentle piano tones and her soothing voice—clear yet tinged with sadness—bring joy to many listeners.
It’s a slightly shorter arrangement, but a thoroughly satisfying cover.
Its level of polish is so high that it’s recommended even for those who usually shy away from covers.
Koyasu Takehito
If you’ve watched any recent anime, you’ve probably heard the voice of voice actor Takehito Koyasu at least once.
He often plays suave or villainous roles, so he might not have much of a “singer” image, but he’s actually a very good vocalist.
In this cover, he delivers the song with a stylish flair, and many listeners will likely be surprised by the contrast with his usual Koyasu voice.
Sukima Suichi
This is a live version performed by Sukima Switch, one of Japan’s leading male vocal duos.
It captures a lively, concert-like atmosphere with standout handclaps.
The acoustic guitar tones characteristic of Sukima Switch blend irresistibly with the balance of the original song, making it a fantastic cover.
Highly recommended not only for Sukima Switch fans.
ayaka
This is a cover version by powerhouse female singer Ayaka.
Her slightly husky, sultry yet sorrowful voice matches the song’s world perfectly.
Even as a cover, you can really feel Ayaka’s unique style, so it’s a great recommendation for anyone thinking of getting into her music.
The accompaniment is a simple combination of piano and acoustic guitar, and it works beautifully as an Ayaka-style ballad.
Twinkle Voice All Stars
It’s a version sung by a group of popular female voice actors.
With so many talented performers, you can listen with confidence.
It truly is a cover you can ‘fall in love with the voices,’ so it might be fun to look for your favorite voice actor.
You might even hear a voice that sounds familiar.
Kiyohiko Ozaki, Hideyuki Nakayama
A cover sung by a transplant duo of Kiyohiko Ozaki, a quintessential male singer of the Showa era, and Hidezumi Nakayama, who has recently gained popularity for his steady hosting.
The combination of Ozaki’s rich, resonant low voice and Nakayama’s handsome vocal tone is irresistible.
Ozaki skillfully leads Nakayama, reminding us once again of how remarkable he is.