The allure of urban sounds traced through Suchmos’s iconic songs and collection of tracks

ONE DAY IN AVENUESuchmos

Tried playing and singing Suchmos – ONE DAY IN AVENUE

This is a work by Suchmos—known for their sophisticated tracks—that shines with introspective charm.

Its laid-back sound gently envelops a heart a little worn out by the hustle of the city and the daily routine.

Close your eyes, and you can almost see the protagonist wandering along the undulating road of life, trying not to lose themselves.

The track was included on the mini-album “THE ASHTRAY,” released in June 2018.

It’s a song that will keep you company during solitary moments gazing at the night view or on quiet nights when you want time to think.

ROLL CALLSuchmos

ROLL CALL

This song captivates many fans with its tense developments that evoke a scene from a spy movie.

The cool sound, marked by a striking contrast between silence and speed, makes you feel like the protagonist of a chase.

In the world envisioned by drummer OK’s lyrics, you can sense a heartfelt desire to confront solitude amid the bustle of the city and to affirm one’s own existence.

The track is included on the album THE ANYMAL, released in March 2019, and it also served as the ending theme for FM Yokohama’s program Tresen.

It’s the perfect companion for a nighttime drive on the Shuto Expressway—its thrilling groove is sure to lift your spirits.

SEAWEEDSuchmos

SEAWEED

A single packed with musical adventurousness that delivers an irresistible, uniquely floating sensation—like drifting through the deep sea.

This track is characterized by a raw groove born from a one-take recording.

Tropical percussion, a funky bassline, and heavy guitars blend together to lead listeners into a psychedelic realm.

The feeling of sinking deep into your thoughts, swaying like seaweed, is a true musical trip.

Released in January 2017, it’s included on the acclaimed album THE KIDS, which reached No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Top Albums Sales chart.

It’s the perfect number for a night when you want to step away from the city noise and quietly lose yourself in thought.

WATERSuchmos

Suchmos 「WATER」 Live in Church

Suchmos is a band that distills diverse musicality into an urbane sound, captivating countless fans.

This track is marked by a floating, psychedelic feel—close your eyes and it’s as if you’re drifting through outer space.

It may well depict human imperfection: the murky parts we all carry in our hearts and the longing for something pure.

Opening the acclaimed 2019 album THE ANYMAL, this song also served as the J-WAVE 30th anniversary theme.

Put it on at night when you want to step away from the bustle of everyday life and sink into music alone, and you’ll likely spend a special moment facing your inner self.

YOU’VE GOT THE WORLDSuchmos

YOU’VE GOT THE WORLD (Live at YOKOHAMA ARENA 2018.11.25)

It’s a track with a stadium-shaking sense of grandeur and an urban, sophisticated groove that resonates comfortably.

You can hear a strong will battling something unseen, climbing higher despite uncertainty—almost like the band’s own statement of intent.

With a triumphant declaration that the world is theirs, it carries a powerful message that frees the listener’s heart.

The song appears on the mini-album “THE ASHTRAY,” released in June 2018.

As other tracks from the same album were used in commercials, it reached many new fans.

When you’re feeling a bit timid in the face of a big goal, doesn’t this song make you feel like it’s saying, “You can do it” and giving you a push?

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rain

It’s a track whose mellow sound seeps into the heart, blending with the quiet patter of rain against the window.

This song is a cover of a Petrolz classic included on the tribute album “WHERE, WHO, WHAT IS PETROLZ?” released in March 2017.

While cherishing the original’s melancholic mood, it’s been rebuilt with an urban groove that shines with jazzy tones.

YONCE’s delicate, wistful vocals seem to quietly reflect an introspective feeling—thinking of times gone by or someone dear.

It’s the kind of song that will gently accompany your sentimental mood on nights when you want to be alone with your thoughts, or when you want to spend a leisurely afternoon on a day off.

ARE WE ALONESuchmos

ARE WE ALONE

This is a track that stylishly presents the theme of loneliness, showcasing Suchmos’s urbane sensibility.

It’s included on their award-winning January 2017 album THE KIDS.

The sound—buoyant scratches and a funky bassline—sparks a rush that makes you want to hit the city at night just by listening.

The lyrics are said to depict loneliness and a spirit of inquiry in a world with no clear answers.

Rather than the sadness of being alone, their groove conveys a mature ease that maybe even finds pleasure in that time by oneself.