Carefully selected recommended Yorushika songs: popular tracks with touching lyrics and melodies that resonate with the heart

The Robber and the BouquetYorushika

Robbery and a Bouquet | Yorushika (english subs)

The song “Robber and Bouquet” opens the 1st EP, Creation.

Its contrast between thought-provoking, decadent lyrics and an ensemble featuring a light, upbeat groove creates an addictive appeal.

While the vocal range is broad—with passages that move in low registers and others in high—the overall key sits low and the melody has few leaps, so if you set it to a key that suits you, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s a hooky pop tune we’d love you to sing while picturing the scenes it evokes.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Howl at the MoonYorushika

Yorushika – Howl at the Moon (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

The 10th digital-only single, “Howling at the Moon,” was created with a poetry collection by Sakutarō Hagiwara—known as the father of modern Japanese poetry—as its motif.

The acoustic guitar riding over the tight drum beat really lingers in your ears, doesn’t it? Since the overall key is low and the vocal range isn’t wide, it should be easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.

It’s a modern yet nostalgic number, recommended for times when you want to sing calmly without pushing your voice.

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Hoshino Takashi

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First NightYorushika

Yorushika – First Night (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Yorushika is a musical duo that’s gained popularity for their abstract lyrics and ennui-tinged sound.

They’re consistently ranked near the top of Japan’s mainstream charts, so many of you may already know them.

While some people think their songs are hard to sing because of the high notes, most of those high notes don’t require much volume, so if you sing softly, just about anyone can handle them.

Among their songs, Daiichiya (“First Night”) is especially easy to sing, so definitely give it a try at karaoke.

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Ryo

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Sorrowful EkayanaYorushika

Only sorrow

Overall, this is a song in which the acoustic guitar imparts a gentle impression.

The lyrics unfold like a monologue over soft tones and a relaxed tempo, with few extremely intense sections, which some listeners might find a bit lacking.

However, despite its softness, it can be described as a powerful track that conveys a sense of force gradually closing in on the listener.

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satou-san

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All of the YouthYorushika

suis from Yorushika “All the Young People” Music Video

A song whose bittersweet vocals resonate deep in the heart.

It delicately sings of the conflicts felt during youth and the process of growing up, as well as longing for what has been lost.

Everyday moments—like the evening chime and the final fireworks—are vividly depicted, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.

Released digitally in June 2024 and later as an analog single, this work weaves a world of transparent vocals and delicate lyrics that, while tinged with melancholy, will beautifully color your Instagram stories.

bomberYorushika

Bomber (Re-Recording)

“Bakudanma” included on the 2nd mini album is a rock track that captures Yorushika’s sense of speed and breeziness, with lyrics that convey the urge to break free from monotonous days.

If you listen while pondering what the ‘bomb’ means to you, you’ll find a deeper resonance.

It’s a refreshing, cathartic song for those feeling stressed in their daily lives.

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zunx2P

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Hanagimi (Flower Court Bureau)Yorushika

Yorushika Live: “Hanabito-guruma / Spring Thief”

“Hanagumimai” is a track from the artist’s second major full-length album, “Tosaku,” released in 2020.

The album reached No.

1 on the Billboard album chart and ranked No.

2 on Oricon.

The song portrays a man left behind after a woman leaves home, and its lyrics poignantly capture his loneliness.

It’s a mid-tempo rock tune, with a memorable octave phrase played on the piano in the chorus.

Be sure to try singing it at karaoke!

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Hamada Takuya

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