A hidden gem by T-BOLAN. A precious number I want to keep singing and listening to.

Teenage BlueT-BOLAN

Teenage Blue T-BOLAN

T-BOLAN is known for countless great ballads, but there are hidden gems among their single B-sides as well.

This track is a rock ballad that portrays the uniquely bittersweet inner landscape of adolescence, swaying between adulthood and childhood.

The inexpressible frustration and loneliness are rendered with painful realism by the fusion of Arashi Moritomo’s passionate vocals and the band’s weighty sound.

Released as the B-side to the single “JUST ILLUSION” in February 1992, the song also had an acoustic version included on an album.

On nights when you’re sunk in a sense of futility, let this song’s burning melody gently stay by your side and move your heart.

The Shape of the HeartT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN / The Shape of the Heart

T-BOLAN has captured many hearts by singing about clumsy yet straightforward love.

This work is a gem of a ballad, featuring a bluesy melody crafted by guitarist Takashi Gomi and earnest lyrics by Arashi Moritomo.

The guitar’s desolate tone is striking.

The song voices the struggle of being swept up by society’s tides and changing because of it, as well as a strong resolve to protect what cannot be traded for money or fame.

This track was included as the B-side to the single “Sayonara kara Hajimeyou,” released in May 1992.

Since it wasn’t included on any original studio album, it truly is a hidden masterpiece known to those in the know.

When you’re worn out by the busyness of everyday life, it gives you the strength to reexamine your roots.

Heart of StoneT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN - HEART OF STONE - A well-balanced album of rock and ballads!! Includes 'Bye For Now'.

The million-selling classic HEART OF STONE, released in May 1993, includes a hidden gem that fans have cherished for years.

Sharing its name with the album, this track rides a crunchy, driving guitar riff to portray a life lived with an unshakable will—like stone—unmoved by the surrounding currents.

Moritomo Arashi’s husky, passionate vocals are joined by a luxurious chorus lineup including Fusahiko Kondo, creating a truly stunning sound.

The album featuring this song topped the Oricon charts for three consecutive weeks.

When you’re uncertain and feel your convictions slipping, listening to this song will surely give you powerful courage.

Rose-colored Femme FataleT-BOLAN

Rose-Colored Femme Fatale T-BOLAN

This is a song included on their second album, “BABY BLUE.” The lyrics are by Arashi Moritomo, and the music is by Tetsuro Oda.

Around this time, T-BOLAN seemed to have many songs not about straightforward, ordinary love, but rather romances with a certain shadow to them.

That slightly mysterious allure might be one of the band’s defining colors.

Sorrow hurts.T-BOLAN

T-BOLAN “Sadness Hurts” LIVE

This is T-BOLAN’s memorable debut single.

Back in 1991, when I was an elementary school student, I discovered how cool T-BOLAN was through “Hanashitaku wa Nai,” and I remember buying their debut single because I was curious about it.

It’s a song that could be called the starting point for their success in the ’90s.

Their sound and worldview seem to encapsulate ’90s Japanese rock as it was.

I want you to love me so much it makes me faint.T-BOLAN

I want you to love me so much it makes me faint.

It’s included on their first album, T-BOLAN.

Since it’s their debut album, this song still conveys a bit of their freshness and youth.

The band didn’t change their musical style much afterward, but the debut album does give off a more mysterious vibe.

I don’t want to let go.T-BOLAN

T-BOLAN “I Don't Want to Let Go” Music Video

When it comes to T-BOLAN, this is the song! I’m sure many people would say so.

It also seems to be a popular choice for karaoke.

It’s a song loved by many musicians, and I’ve heard it performed by lots of artists on TV as well.

It’s simple, but its powerful message and the rugged voice of vocalist Arashi Moritomo make it an incredibly cool ballad.