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 special feature on WANIMA’s standout masterpieces and popular songs, shining with exhilarating freshness and care!! (41–50)
SLOWWANIMA
A track with a surf-music vibe.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to head to the beach.
The laid-back tempo with a side-to-side groove feels great.
It’s an uplifting tune that brings to mind summer drives.
EmWANIMA
It has a sense of speed right from the intro.
The slightly complex lyrics also make you think about various things.
With WANIMA’s signature upbeat vibe, it lifts your spirits when you’re feeling down.
It’s a very popular song among fans and is performed frequently at live shows.
Odoru YoruWANIMA
This song is incredibly striking for its wah-infused guitar phrases.
In an interview, KO-SHIN himself said, “Instead of using a phaser, I deliberately tried a wah and was amazed by its depth,” making it a key highlight of the track.
The thick punk sound, the increasingly dance-inducing groove, and the major shift in feel in the latter half are quintessential WANIMA.
A Trace of SummerWANIMA
Even when facing hardships, you can sense a firm willingness to confront them head-on.
Despite the lyrics featuring word choices characteristic of WANIMA, the up-tempo melody strikes a great balance, making it a cool track.
It’s a song that brings back memories of the end of summer.
A Gift Without a StampWANIMA
This is the song written and composed by Kazuo Zaitsu that WANIMA covered for the Car Sensor commercial.
It expresses feelings toward someone who has helped you and is a song full of warmth and character.
WANIMA’s characteristically straightforward delivery is really cool.
branching pointWANIMA
This is WANIMA’s single for June 2025, featuring a striking music video with actor Kengo Kora from Kumamoto running with powerful energy.
The song was originally created as the opening SE for their national tour.
Its lyrics explore the moments of choice in life and how we face ourselves.
Riding on a powerful band sound, it conveys the resolve to overcome inner conflict and step into the future.
Perfect for when you need the courage to take the next step! Let this song ignite your determination: “I’m starting from here!”
MatatabiWANIMA
This is an up-tempo, energetic rock song used as the ending theme for the TV anime “Night of the Living Cat,” which starts in July 2025! The vocal range is F#3 to B4, so it should be fairly easy to sing, right? The tempo itself is a brisk 165, and there are some rap-like parts, so I recommend memorizing all the lyrics before singing.
It’s a short track under three minutes, but it will definitely hype up the crowd at karaoke! I personally want to add it to my repertoire, too!
