Spitz’s classic songs covered by popular artists
Speaking of Spitz, they’re such a staple in Japan’s music scene that their songs have even appeared in music textbooks.
They have so many popular tracks that you might think, “Is there anyone who’s never heard their music at all?”
They’re loved not only by listeners but by many musicians as well, and plenty of artists openly call themselves fans.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs of theirs that have been covered by these popular artists.
We’ve picked out their signature tracks that are frequently covered, as well as some hidden gem covers—be sure to give them a listen!
- A classic song covered by major artists: cover versions of Spitz’s “Kaede.”
- 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”)
- A cover of Spitz’s classic song “Haru no Uta” (“Spring Song”)
- Masterpieces by Spitz: A list of recommended popular songs and signature tracks
- A beautifully mad world: Amazing lyrics! Spitz’s masterpiece — the Masamune Kusano world
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- Songs to Play at My Own Funeral: Timeless Gems to Make Farewells Uniquely My Own
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- That popular voice actor is doing that song!? A roundup of cover songs by voice actors
Spitz Masterpieces Covered by Popular Artists (21–30)
I want to become a cat.tsuji ayano
Neko ni Naritai covered by ukulele-playing singer-songwriter Ayano Tsuji.
The Spitz version has a hint of shadow beneath its cuteness, but Tsuji’s gentle voice and ukulele boost the charm by 150%.
Personally, I’ve always associated Ayano Tsuji strongly with Kaze ni Naru, the theme song of the Ghibli film The Cat Returns, so when I first heard this cover I thought, “So that’s the angle!” If there were a song called Kaze no Ongaeshi (The Return of the Wind), I’m sure she’d cover that too.
Maplesukotto māfī
A cover by Scott Murphy, the singer-songwriter from the United States.
While the original centers on guitar chord strumming, this punk arrangement delivers a refreshing punch with its thick, muscular guitar sound.
Unlike the original’s chorus, which feels like you’re being drawn up into the sky, this version has a headlong rush that opens up right before you and ramps up the energy—a compelling track that lets you rediscover just how well-crafted the original is.
RobinsonGosuperāzu
When it’s a cappella, a song shows a different expression, doesn’t it? For some reason, “Robinson,” a song that tugs at people’s hearts, has been covered by The Gospellers.
Their five-part harmony is beautiful, but the chorus is especially striking.
Whether it’s because there are fewer notes or because of the way a cappella conveys emotion, it feels like the song’s poignancy is brought out even more.
SpicaShiina Ringo
I never imagined that Ringo Sheena had covered a Spitz song.
The atmosphere really changes from the original, where Spitz’s vocalist Masamune Kusano sings in a way that gently wraps around the listener.
Ringo Sheena’s sultry, edgy voice pulls you into a whole new world.
The arrangement and expression, different from the original’s rock sound, make it sound like an entirely different song in a way.
Robinsonayaka
Ayaka is a singer-songwriter with a cool, soulful, and powerful voice.
Thanks to her vocals, she turns Spitz’s “Robinson” into a completely different, passionate song.
The falsetto in the chorus, her high notes, the fervent delivery—everything pierces the heart.
It’s a cover that’s truly compelling to listen to.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).negoto
Negoto, a girls’ band that sadly disbanded in 2019, covered Spitz’s classic “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“I Should Be Able to Fly in the Sky”).
You’ll be drawn in by their clear, gentle vocals that feel so delicate they might shatter at a touch.
The mood fits this song perfectly.
The tempo is a bit faster than the original, making it easier to get into and almost instinctively get your body moving.
cherryaiko
Since it’s a cover by a popular singer, her distinctive expressive power really shines.
There aren’t many chances to hear aiko’s lower register, are there? She usually has a lot of songs that make use of her feminine high notes, so it doesn’t feel like the kind of song she would typically sing.
It feels like we’ve gotten to see a new side of aiko.