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 (41–50)
FARTHERTHE YELLOW MONKEY
This is a song he sings to Kazuya Yoshii’s father, who passed away when he was little.
I think it’s filled with Yoshii’s feelings, as he often sees himself reflected in his father, who worked as a traveling performer.
It’s a gentle song that somehow lingers in the heart.
LOVE LOVE SHOWTHE YELLOW MONKEY
With the band members singing against a vividly colorful backdrop, this is a song that’s quintessentially THE YELLOW MONKEY.
The music video mixes in animation, making it a fun watch.
There’s also an English version, and it’s worth noting how the feel of the lyrics is aligned with the Japanese version.
RosannaTHE YELLOW MONKEY
This is the first new song of 2017 from the reunited The Yellow Monkey.
Although it wasn’t released as a single, the repeating guitar riff is striking, and Kazuya Yoshii’s soaring vocals make it a very pleasant number.
The music video offers a glimpse of the members’ true selves, featuring recording scenes and off-shot footage.
The sun is burning.THE YELLOW MONKEY
It’s a number with an easy-to-listen style, different from The Yellow Monkey’s earlier songs.
In the PV, Kazuya Yoshii closing his eyes while buried in flowers is beautiful! The lyrics are somewhat different in the demo stage.
The demo version is also included on the first pressing of the best-of album released just before their breakup, so I recommend comparing the two.
The Sacred Sea and SunshineTHE YELLOW MONKEY
It’s a track with a touch of jazz.
When the single was released, it included numerous alternate versions.
The guitar in the intro is striking and very memorable.
The vocal delivery differs between the album and single versions, with the album version feeling quieter.
DRASTIC HOLIDAYTHE YELLOW MONKEY
When they perform this song live, vocalist Yoshii plays the acoustic guitar.
It has a somewhat nostalgic melody.
The point I’d really like you to listen closely to is the bass line—you’ll see how strongly it supports the song.
FINE FINE FINETHE YELLOW MONKEY
It’s a song that gets you hyped from the very beginning, starting with drums and a heavy bass.
Watching Yoshii’s slinky, suspicious moves on stage is also a highlight.
It’s very popular live and always fires up the crowd.