Iconic and Popular Songs by THE YELLOW MONKEY (Iemon)
Here’s an introduction to songs by THE YELLOW MONKEY, the legendary band that created a huge buzz with their 2016 reunion announcement.
Their music is straightforward, cool rock that has captivated countless fans, with total CD sales surpassing 10 million copies.
Many fans must have rejoiced and felt their hearts race at the news of their reunion.
Interestingly, the band name THE YELLOW MONKEY is a term that Westerners have used derogatorily toward people from Eastern Europe, but the band chose it to express their commitment to making distinctly Japanese rock.
Now, in celebration of their return to activity, please enjoy this playlist of Yemon’s songs.
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The Yellow Monkey’s classic and popular songs (21–30)
Lament, my night’s fantasyTHE YELLOW MONKEY
This is a single cut from their fourth album, “smile.” It has been a staple number at their live shows since their indie days, and it’s said that after Yoshii ran out of songs he had stockpiled, he struggled quite a bit with writing the lyrics for the next single, “Reminiscence Mermaid.”
Sand TowerTHE YELLOW MONKEY
A smash hit from 2016 by the reunited four-piece.
The theme song for TBS’s Friday drama “The Sand Castle: The Neighbor Who Knew Too Much.” It’s a medium-tempo kayō rock ’n’ roll number packed with The Yellow Monkey’s signature style.
With strings and more, it’s both gorgeous and dramatic! Fans who had long awaited their reunion rejoiced at Kazuya Yoshii’s undiminished allure and vocals.
TacticsTHE YELLOW MONKEY
This song was used as the ending theme when a popular manga was adapted into an anime.
For an early-evening anime ending, I remember it feeling a bit more mature.
It seems to have left a strong impression on the generation who watched the anime at the time, and some people even cite “Tactics” when asked about songs by The Yellow Monkey.
The Blue of the Sky and My True FeelingsTHE YELLOW MONKEY
EMMA, the guitarist, composed this song, which was inspired by a guitar riff.
She says it’s her favorite among the pieces she’s written herself, and she feels a deep attachment to it, often becoming quite emotionally invested.
It’s also a song that remains highly popular with fans.
SO YOUNGTHE YELLOW MONKEY
This song was produced around the time the band was approaching a hiatus.
The music video—mixing monochrome and color, quietly evoking a sense of an ending—is beautiful.
It’s said to be about the things surrounding the band.
It’s a song that suddenly comes to mind during times of parting.
Primal.THE YELLOW MONKEY
This was the last song before The Yellow Monkey went on hiatus.
Although the tone feels bright, it sings of farewell and new beginnings.
It’s said to be the only song that wasn’t performed live during their pre-hiatus activities.
I’m waiting with anticipation, hoping we’ll finally get to hear it at a post-reunion concert.
RED LIGHTTHE YELLOW MONKEY
The “RED LIGHT” in the title refers to the red-light district.
It means an area where prostitutes used to work.
The first gentle female voice is Minako Ban’s, and when intertwined with Yoshii’s tender yet subtly suggestive voice, it adds even greater depth.