Takashi Yu's masterworks and popular songs

aquariumTakahashi Yuu

Yu Takahashi “aquarium” (Tokai TV/Fuji TV network Otona no Do-Dora “Marriage Partners by Lottery” ver.)

This song “aquarium,” sung by Yu Takahashi, is steeped in raw, gritty bitterness.

It’s a number where the emotions surge at you with relentless force.

The track was used as the theme song for the drama “Kekkon Aite wa Chusen de” (Spouse to be Chosen by Lottery).

The strummed guitar tone rips through your heart, stirring up a rough, feral feeling, and the piercing lyrics never let up.

There are times in real life when we can’t navigate things smoothly and end up feeling lonely, right? These lyrics fit those moments perfectly—a song that makes you think, “Bring on the loneliness!”

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SimpleTakahashi Yuu

Yu Takahashi – Simple (acoustic cover)

It was released in 2017 as Yu Takahashi’s 17th single.

The song was issued as a double A-side single, “Niji / Simple,” and was used as the tie-in song for Kao Biore’s “Skincare Facial Cleanser” and “Moisturizing Jelly” commercials.

Nana Eikura appears in the commercials.

road movieTakahashi Yuu

Yu Takahashi 'Road Movie' Crayon Shin-chan Collaboration MV

Yu Takahashi is a male singer-songwriter from Akita Prefecture who has been active since 2008.

This song was used as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Invasion!! Alien Shiriri, and with Takahashi’s gentle vocals, it’s a touching song that is also recommended for elementary school students.

Forget-me-notTakahashi Yuu

Masaki Takahashi “Forget-me-not” Music Video

These are songs by the wonderful singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, known for inspiring, passionate lyrics like in “Ashita wa Kitto Ii Hi ni Naru” and “Fukuwarai.” It was released digitally in September 2022.

The lyrics, which tenderly evoke thoughts of someone dear and suddenly bring back nostalgic images of your hometown, slowly sink in.

With its gentle melody and warm atmosphere, this track is one of Takahashi’s softest-feeling ballads.

It seems to mirror the winding paths we take and draw out the feelings we’ve been quietly holding, making it a companion to many different moments in life.

Please listen while thinking of someone important to you.

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Tomorrow will surely be a good dayTakahashi Yuu

Akita Station departure melody: “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day.”

This is the 12th major-label single by singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, who was appointed Akita Music Ambassador for his efforts to energize Akita through music, including organizing the Akita CARAVAN MUSIC FES.

With its brisk, fast-paced melody and arrangement, and lyrics that say good things follow even after unpleasant ones, it’s a refreshing number.

The fact that it has been used since 2017 as the departure melody for both conventional lines and the Shinkansen at JR Akita Station also speaks to the strong bond between Yu Takahashi and Akita Prefecture.

It’s a station jingle that radiates hometown pride—one you’ll want to hear when you visit Akita.

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Bouquet of the ExtraordinaryTakahashi Yuu

Hibon no Hanataba

Takahashi Yu’s “Hibon no Hanataba” is full of realistic lyrics that make you want to say, “So true,” and are easy to relate to.

It depicts days where your heart feels a bit tired—not exactly unhappy, but not particularly happy either.

It sings about things that genuinely apply to anyone, which can hit close to home, but in the end it pulls you in—a gentle, uplifting masterpiece.

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Yu Takahashi - The Reason I Was Born

It seems this song is a wedding piece written by Takahashi for the staff who have worked with him since before his debut.

Words of gratitude that are usually too embarrassing to say should surely come across honestly if you say them along with this song.