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!
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That girls’ band covered it too! Popular cover versions of Spitz’s “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (1–10)
HAN-KUN
This is a version covered by HAN-KUN, a member of the popular reggae group Shonan no Kaze.
While many covers gently broaden the song’s world, this one stands out with an upbeat, energetic arrangement that gives it a unique flavor.
It offers a different vibe from the original, making it recommended not only for reggae fans but also for anyone looking to explore a variety of songs.
Nakajima Mika
Here are the songs included in Mika Nakashima’s all-covers album “ROOTS ~Piano & Voice~,” in which she performs tracks that shaped her musical roots.
She delivers this lively, refreshing Spitz song as a tender, piano-only ballad, revealing a different kind of charm.
Ishikawa Miho
This is a cover by Miho Ishikawa, a popular female singer on YouTube, that conveys a sense of clarity.
Her feminine, expansive, and beautiful high notes are truly compelling.
Her refined, pure voice has moved many listeners.
The piano accompaniment further enhances the song’s world.
She has released many other covers as well, so if you’re interested, be sure to check them out.
That girls’ band covered it too! Popular cover versions of Spitz’s “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (11–20)
negoto
Negoto was a girls’ band that, sadly, disbanded in 2019.
They covered Spitz’s long-beloved classic “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“I Think I Can Fly”).
You’ll be drawn in by the clear, gentle vocals that feel as if they might shatter at a touch.
They blend beautifully with the mood of this track.
Compared to the original, the rhythm feels lighter and easier to ride, making your body want to move naturally.
sayonara poniiteeru
This is a cover by the talented female unit, Sayonara Ponytail.
It’s a softly arranged cover that really conveys their unique style.
The mysterious vibe seeps through, so it might be close to the original song’s worldview.
Cute arrangements are woven in between sections, captivating listeners.
6% is MINE
A cover by 6% is MINE, a masked melodic hardcore cover band.
From the very beginning, it charges ahead with an intense band sound and a driving, high-speed rhythm—an arrangement that perfectly embodies melodic hardcore and feels great.
While it differs from the original’s sense of floatiness with its tight performance, the beautiful melody still stands out, reaffirming that this is a song that achieves a high level of completeness in any arrangement.
HEAVY HITTER♂
This is the version sung by the punk rocker HEAVY HITTER♂.
True to punk style, it’s arranged with a punk vibe, and in its own way it feels nostalgic.
The album cover featuring this song was drawn by Shinji Mizushima, known for Dokaben.
It’s irresistible for fans of both Dokaben and punk rock.