Famous and popular songs by Ulfuls

A man among menUrufuruzu

Ulfuls – Kuruman / Otoko no Naka no Otoko (Eenねん OSAKAN Graffiti 4/7)

It’s a song by Ulfuls, notable for its calm, soothing atmosphere.

Through the perspectives of living as a man and as a woman, it conveys a message about coming to understand each other.

While it depicts a man putting on a brave front, it also refers to the vulnerable moments he sometimes shows, portraying a down-to-earth image of a man.

It suggests that being a man isn’t just about being strong; it’s also important to value the people who support you.

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As long as we can laugh, it’s okay.Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – If I Can Laugh

From the very intro, it surges up and brings tears to your eyes—some listeners surely feel that.

Ulfuls’ “Waraereba” is their 24th single, released in 2002, and it’s one of the band’s most popular songs.

It was also used as the ending theme for the drama “Ginza no Koi,” which starred Tortoise Matsumoto.

Regardless of gender or generation, for those living with uncertainty and struggle, this is a song that moves you beyond simple emotion to tears—one you’ll likely want to return to again and again throughout your life, a song that will support you.

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Fight EverybodyUrufuruzu

Fight Everybody

This is a commercial that portrays how Daihatsu’s Hijet Truck and Hijet Cargo are loved by different kinds of people.

It highlights how easy it is to load all kinds of cargo across various industries—fishing, farming, electrical work, delivery—and how the vehicles also offer a comfortable driving experience.

The smiles on the users’ faces convey a strong sense of reassurance.

The song that further emphasizes the refreshing vibe of the commercial is Ulfuls’ “Tatakae Everybody.” It’s a track that communicates how everyone around the world is doing their best, and the blend of light, buoyant sound with powerful vocals gives energy to those who listen.

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Z’s Theme ContinuesUrufuruzu

Z's Theme Continues

The funk band Ulfuls’ “The Theme of Zokukeruzu” is a song that conveys the spirit and soul of a veteran band that has continued to lead the Japanese band scene.

Even as they get older, their band sound loses none of its drive—it’s absolutely top-notch—and this 2019 track is another funk number bursting with even more energy.

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reckless; working frantically/with all one’s mightUrufuruzu

Ulfuls – It’s an Incident!

This song, which became a hot topic as Ulfuls’ first A-side single, was released in 2001.

The single includes “Gamushara” and “Jikenda.” For a tie-in, it was used as the theme song for TV Asahi’s “Elementary School Class Competition: 30-Person 31-Leg National Tournament 2001.” It reached No.

15 on the Oricon chart.

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Ulfuls – Osaka Strut

This is a cover of Eiichi Ohtaki’s “Fussa Strut Part 2.” There are Part I and Part II; Part I was released as an unreleased track with different lyrics.

The song was written and composed by Eiichi Ohtaki, and arranged by Ginji Ito and, for this track, also by Ulfuls.

It was released in 1995 as their seventh single.

Banzai, I’m glad I fell in love with you.Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Banzai ~I'm Glad I Fell in Love~

This song has become a classic rock ballad.

It’s a love song that conveys feelings for a loved one in a straightforward, manly way, so why not give it a listen?