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[X JAPAN] Play the legendary masterpiece on piano! Sheet music and performance video introduced

X JAPAN is the legendary visual-kei rock band that seems to be known by virtually everyone in Japan, continuing to be loved across generations.

They debuted as “X” in 1989 and changed their name to “X JAPAN” in 1992.

Though they disbanded in 1997, they reunited in 2007 and finally achieved their long-cherished goal of breaking into the global market.

This time, we’ve handpicked performance videos and sheet music recommended for anyone who wants to play X JAPAN’s songs on the piano, a band that remains eternally charismatic!

Enjoy a rich selection of piano versions of their songs—from adrenaline-pumping rock to tear-jerking ballads.

[X JAPAN] Play the legendary masterpieces on piano! Introducing sheet music and performance videos (11–20)

La VenusX JAPAN

La Venus (Acoustic Version) / X JAPAN : Piano (Solo) / Intermediate
La VenusX JAPAN

A song used in the end credits of the 2016 documentary film We Are X, which follows X JAPAN and YOSHIKI.

It is included on the film’s soundtrack released in 2017.

Singing of single-minded love with the line “I’ll keep loving you until you fly to heaven,” this track pairs just as well with the poignant sound of the piano as it does with the band’s powerful sound.

By all means, reflect on the meaning of the original lyrics and perform it with your feelings for someone special in mind.

In conclusion

We introduced recommended videos and downloadable sheet music that let you try piano performances of X JAPAN’s iconic songs that get you hyped just by listening! When played on piano, the signature X JAPAN sound gains an added delicacy, letting you enjoy a different kind of appeal.

You might even make new discoveries, like “I’d heard this in passing, but this melody makes me cry!” Be sure to enjoy these masterpieces on the piano as well!