A special feature on WANIMA’s finest and most popular songs, shining with piercing exhilaration and meticulous craftsmanship!!
Here’s an introduction to some of the classic and popular songs by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto that helped reignite the melodic hardcore (melodic punk) boom in the 2010s!
They’re a new-generation melodic hardcore band carrying on the wave from Hi-STANDARD, MONGOL800, and 10-FEET.
In addition to their musical strengths—catchy tracks that skillfully weave in reggae and ska elements, tight musicianship, and impressive vocal harmonies—their boundlessly cheerful personalities are also a huge part of their appeal.
By the way, it’s well known that “1106” is a song dedicated to bassist-vocalist KENTA’s grandfather, who was a fisherman.
KENTA himself is also said to be quite skilled at fishing, often dropping a line with whatever gear he has on hand during breaks between tours.
Now, enjoy!
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A showcase of WANIMA’s standout and popular songs, shining with exhilarating freshness and meticulous craft!! (61–70)
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WANIMA is known for their positive lyrics, and this song is no exception—it’s a track that encourages those setting off on a journey or starting something new.
The message carries real weight precisely because it’s sung by WANIMA, a band that has kept moving forward and continuing their music no matter the circumstances.
Hey LadyWANIMA
This is a super short song.
When it plays live, the energy just skyrockets.
I bet a lot of WANIMA fans love this one.
It’s the kind of track that makes you feel energized just by listening to it.
SNOWWANIMA
Among WANIMA’s songs, this one is rare in that it starts with a slow intro.
The way it gradually builds up lifts your mood.
The lyrics carry a loneliness that suggests parting, yet somehow they also bring a sense of calm.
Xia XiaoWANIMA
WANIMA’s “Natsugyō” was chosen as the theme song for the anime GAMERA -Rebirth-, which was released worldwide on Netflix in September 2023.
The title means “summer dawn,” and it’s a powerful, fast-paced track that’s quintessentially WANIMA.
It’s also included on their October 2023 album Catch Up.
GAMERA -Rebirth- is the first anime installment in the series, and WANIMA also handles the ending theme, so be sure to check it out!
Hey yo…WANIMA
This song is included on the first full-length album Are You Coming?, released in 2015.
While WANIMA is often associated with high-energy, uplifting anthems, “Hey yo…” is a mellow, emotional track.
It isn’t one of their most widely known songs, but it’s easy to sing thanks to its comfortable vocal range and tempo—and above all, the lyrics are sure to grab listeners’ hearts and draw them in.
The song is also known for expressing the band’s sentiments about the Great East Japan Earthquake.
