Carefully selected recommendations of Kenshi Yonezu’s songs and unforgettable masterpieces

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Kenshi Yonezu – Electric Shock

This is a lively yet thrilling number that skillfully weaves in elements of funk and jazz.

It was included on Kenshi Yonezu’s acclaimed album STRAY SHEEP and was written as the theme song for the TBS drama MIU404, which began airing in June 2020.

Upon release, it drew a huge response, topping the Oricon Weekly Digital Singles ranking.

Created after reading the script, the song carries a depth that seems to overlay the story with Yonezu’s own circumstances, pulling you in more with every listen.

The dazzling horn section will brighten up even the dullest moments.

It’s a heart-pounding track perfect for refreshing your mood.

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Kenshi Yonezu – Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)

This is a track whose beautiful, fleeting sound and lyrics—portraying the aching feelings of two childhood companions who grow apart as they become adults—strike straight at the heart.

Included on singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu’s album BOOTLEG, released in October 2017, the song also drew major attention for featuring actor Masaki Suda as a guest vocalist.

It contrasts the past, when they laughed together without a care, with the present, as they each walk their own path.

Its message—suggesting a bond that remains deep inside no matter how much time passes—gently encourages men setting out for different places.

After graduation, when you feel anxious or lonely about a new life ahead, why not listen to it while reminiscing about an old friend?

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Kenshi Yonezu – Tremolo [Audio]

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who has produced numerous hits and also shows remarkable talent as an illustrator and filmmaker.

This track, included on the album “Dear Jubilee -RADWIMPS TRIBUTE-” set for release in November 2025, is a cover that reconstructs a beloved RADWIMPS classic he deeply admires.

The band sound, with its pleasantly resonant guitar tones, and his vocals that tenderly scoop up shifting emotions bring the original song’s poignancy into even sharper relief.

Released amid a streak of major tie-ins with anime and films, this reverent tribute radiates a charm that makes you want to listen alone on a quiet night.

It’s an emotional piece that fans of both artists will find irresistible.

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1991

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter leading the Japanese music scene.

This song, written as the theme for the live-action film “5 Centimeters per Second,” bears the title 1991—the year he was born—reflecting his deep attachment to the original work.

The lyrics, woven around themes of memory and loss that trace personal emotions, convey a will to keep moving forward while facing the past, making it highly relatable for many listeners.

It’s an emotional number that will resonate deeply with those at a turning point in life or anyone wishing to confront precious memories.

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[Ado] Ado sings Kenshi Yonezu's 'KICK BACK' [clip]

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who continues to expand the musical possibilities of the J-POP scene.

His track “KICK BACK,” which held the No.

1 spot on Billboard JAPAN’s anime chart for 21 consecutive weeks, has been remixed by New York artists Frost Children.

Released in September 2025 to commemorate the streaming of the TV anime Chainsaw Man: Compilation, this version reconstructs the original’s hysteric impulse with even sharper electronic sound.

Let yourself be swept away by this wave of sound.

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Kenshi Yonezu – Plazma

As the theme song for ‘Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-‘, it’s a track where the synthetic machine-like sounds really stand out! Kenshi Yonezu handled everything himself—lyrics, composition, arrangement, production, and even the artwork—making it one of his most dedicated works of 2025.

The vocal range is C3 to C5, which I think is a comfortable height for men to sing mainly in chest voice without strain.

There are falsetto parts here and there, but they’re used in those signature “this is the moment!” spots typical of Yonezu, so make sure to align precisely with the pitch bar.

For the fast sections, avoid mumbling and pronounce the vowels clearly.

Also be careful not to over-enunciate.

Approach it like a tongue twister: articulate the initial consonants cleanly and focus on locking in with the rhythm.

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Kenshi Yonezu MV “MAD HEAD LOVE”

This is the second single released under the name Kenshi Yonezu.

It’s a high-energy track that pairs with “Poppin’ Apathy,” which was included as a double A-side.

In the music video, the bickering yet close lovers are incredibly cute and charming.

The catchy, pop phrases are addictive—you’ll find yourself humming along.