YOSHIKI's famous and popular songs
YOSHIKI, the leader of the legendary band X JAPAN that reshaped Japan’s rock scene, is also a songwriter who has created many timeless tracks.
From hard-hitting songs to beautiful instrumentals, we’ve put together a playlist packed with his wide-ranging musicality and richly talented songwriting.
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YOSHIKI's famous and popular songs (31–40)
ENDLESS RAINX JAPAN
This song was also selected as the theme song for a film.
Even those who dislike X JAPAN’s heavier side might find this ballad agreeable.
It’s emblematic of X JAPAN’s style of ballad, blending orchestra and rock within a grand, expansive soundscape.
Forever LoveX JAPAN
It’s a beautiful ballad with a strong emphasis on strings.
It’s becoming a staple at live shows (though we hardly ever perform live).
That said, it’s a really hard song to sing.
The key is way too high.
But it’s precisely because TOSHI can handle that that YOSHIKI writes songs like this.
It’s truly a piece brought to life by the teamwork of the two of them.
I.V.X JAPAN
It’s not “4,” it’s “I.V.” It’s the first release for X JAPAN’s world debut and serves as the theme song for the movie Saw 4.
Although it’s a horror film, the song is a medium-tempo, hard number that effectively captures its world.
JADEX JAPAN
As you can see in the video, they’re doing something bold in true X JAPAN fashion.
They shot the music video on a rooftop of a building in the middle of the city (L.A.).
In a sense, they pulled off something flashy right in the heart of “enemy territory.” The song is mid-tempo, but each note feels weighty.
crimsonX JAPAN
This is a song so famous that it’s practically synonymous with X JAPAN.
The chorus lyrics are extremely well-known.
Many people sing it at karaoke because it’s so cool, but be careful—its high key and long instrumental break often cause the mood to fizzle out.
YOSHIKI's famous and popular songs (41–50)
By helping others, I am also saving myself.YOSHIKI
These are words that YOSHIKI posted on his own X account back in 2020, when the world was in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sometimes, by helping others, we end up feeling happy ourselves, don’t we? Just seeing things go well for someone because we lent a hand makes us happy, and hearing a simple “thank you” lifts our spirits.
Being needed by someone in that way heals the heart.
It’s a message that says “helping others isn’t only for others,” and it conveys YOSHIKI’s gentle character.
Rusty NailYOSHIKI
YOSHIKI, who made his mark as the drummer for X JAPAN, might be one of the most famous drummers in Japan today.
Even back then he was writing lyrics and composing, as well as playing the piano—showcasing talents beyond the drums—but I’m sure many people have seen his powerful drum performances in videos and the like.
That intensity is exactly what makes him so compelling as a drummer and what has captivated so many fans.
Also, the high-speed phrases you can hear in many X JAPAN songs are a must-listen!