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

Heart of GoldT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN「Heart of Gold」LIVE

A gem of a ballad that shines as brightly as T-BOLAN’s biggest hits and has been cherished by fans for years.

Imbued with Arashi Moritomo’s life philosophy, this song conveys a pure, unwavering conviction that gently warms the listener’s heart.

Originally released in December 1991 as the B-side to the classic “Hanashitakunai,” it was later reborn from its synth-forward original into a softer, mellower arrangement and re-released in March 1996 as one of a double A-side single.

This version was also used as the ending theme for Olympic Quiz: Moero! Atlanta-Ō.

When you want to remember the things that truly matter—so easily lost amid the noise of everyday life—this song will surely stay close to your heart.

Rather than telling you with a sulky gaze, I want to see the light.T-BOLAN

T-BOLAN / Rather than telling you with a sulky gaze, I want to see the light.

This piece feels like Moritomo Arashi’s heartfelt voice gently illuminating the small hopes hidden in everyday life.

While reflecting on our tendency to think the worst, it portrays a quiet resolve not to look down, but to lift our heads and seek the light.

The song was included as the B-side to the hit single “Wagamama ni Dakae-tanara,” released in November 1993.

While the title track is widely known as the opening theme for the drama “Aishiteru yo!,” this work, despite having no tie-in, has long been cherished by fans as a gem.

When you’re a little worn out by the ordinary days, listening to this song may help you find small joys hidden in familiar scenes.

Anxious LipsT-BOLAN

Anxious Lips

T-BOLAN, who rose to popularity in the ’90s with their straight-ahead rock sound.

Among their songs lies a hidden gem that captures the delicate side of love.

This track portrays a protagonist swayed by lingering anxiety and jealousy toward their lover.

Afraid that putting it into words might break the relationship, all they can do is hold on tightly—a clumsy kind of love that, paired with Arashi Moritomo’s husky vocals, really hits you in the heart.

The song appears on their fifth album, LOOZ, released in December 1993.

The way it shifts from a reggae-tinged rhythm into a driving rock sound in the chorus is incredibly cool to listen to.

On a night when a shadow falls over your relationship, this song will let you deeply relate to that frustrating, conflicted feeling.

A lie in the mirror smiles.T-BOLAN

The lie in the mirror smiles — T-BOLAN

This is the track included as the B-side to the million-selling single “Bye For Now,” released in November 1992.

It portrays the frustration and self-loathing in romance that make you act contrary to your true feelings.

Many listeners will feel a tightening in their chest at the scene where the self in the mirror smiles as if mocking one’s own lies.

The word choices—unusual for the time—also leave a strong impression.

The irresistible charm lies in the gap between the breezy pop-rock sound and the heartrending lyrics.

Moritomo Arashi’s soaring high notes in the chorus feel like the protagonist’s inner scream, stirring the listener’s emotions.

It’s a song you’ll want to hear on nights when you’re hiding your true feelings.

Words and MindT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN / Words and Mind

This is the B-side of the 5th single “Jirettai Ai,” and it’s one of my favorite songs too.

It has that Mori Tomo style and a really cool vibe.

It’s the kind of voice that makes you want to hear “I love you,” isn’t it? I’d love to have love whispered to me in this voice.

He’s one of the few male singers with a truly sexy voice.

10 Years Love StoryT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN / 10 Years Love Story

Opening quietly with the gentle tone of an acoustic guitar, this love song features Arashi Moritomo’s whisper-like vocals that resonate deeply.

The straightforward lyrics, pledging to walk side by side even ten years from now, are enough to make your heart swell just by listening.

As the song progresses, drums join in and the arrangement unfolds dramatically, as if their love is growing deeper and more certain over time.

This track was included as the B-side to the single “Ai no Tame ni Ai no Naka de,” released in November 1995.

Thanks to its high level of craftsmanship, it has long been cherished among fans as a hidden gem.

Listen to it on a night when you’re talking about the future with someone special, and it will surely remind you of the bond you share.

Full-moon nightT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN – Full Moon Night

It’s a masterpiece you’ll want to sink into on a quiet night.

Under the full, satisfying moonlight, the unwavering certainty of two people’s love gently comes through in Arashi Moritomo’s husky, sweet vocals.

This song is a calm ballad with tender piano and strings, brimming with their lyrical charm that’s a shade different from their fiery rock numbers.

It’s an unreleased track included on the best-of album “LEGENDS,” released in March 2010, and it came as a delightful surprise for fans.

It’s a gem of a song that will warm your heart even more when you listen to it at the end of the day, spending time with someone special.