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Yami songs recommended for men

Men also have plenty of times when they feel broken—whether from heartbreak or setbacks at work.

This time, I’ve selected lots of Japanese “emo” songs for you to listen to in those moments.

When things are tough or frustrating, listen to these tracks and get through it.

Recommended “yami songs” for men (81–90)

Rhapsody in BlueDA PUMP

It was released in 1998 as DA PUMP’s fifth single.

The lyrics were written by m.

c.

A•T, and the song was used in a commercial for Shiseido’s “T’ESSERA Frozen Blue.” It reached No.

9 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Thanks to the song’s success, they appeared in the 49th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Serious SUNSHINEHey! Say! JUMP

Hey! Say! JUMP – Serious Sunshine [Official Music Video]
Serious Sunshine Hey! Say! JUMP

It was released in 2016 as Hey! Say! JUMP’s 16th single.

The song was used in Kose Cosmeport’s “Suncut” commercial and reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With a festival-like, uplifting vibe, it’s a track that really excites the crowd at live shows.

Roller Coaster RomanceKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Jet Coaster Romance” Music Video
Rollercoaster Romance KinKi Kids

Released in 1998 as Kinki Kids’ third single.

The song was used as the campaign CM song for ANA’s “’98 Paradise Okinawa,” featuring Tsuyoshi Domoto and Koichi Domoto.

The lyrics were written by Takashi Matsumoto and the music composed by Tatsuro Yamashita.

It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved million-seller status.

BANG! BANG! Vacation!SMAP

SMAP – BANG! BANG! Vacation! (MV)
BANG! BANG! Vacation! SMAP

Released in 2005 as SMAP’s 37th single, this song was used as the theme for TV Asahi’s sports broadcasts and drew attention for having lyrics written by screenwriter Kankuro Kudo.

It’s a summery track that reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Ah, summer vacation.TUBE

Ah—Summer Vacation / TUBE (with lyrics)
Ah, Summer Vacation TUBE

It was released in 1990 as TUBE’s 11th single.

The song was used in a commercial for JT’s “SomeTime LIGHTS” and recorded total sales of about 200,000 copies.

It has become one of TUBE’s early signature songs and is also very popular for karaoke.

Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi

It was released in 2003 as Ketsumeishi’s seventh single.

The song was used in a commercial for Vodafone’s Japan subsidiary, and it reached number 3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It has become one of Ketsumeishi’s signature songs, and the music video was filmed at Oiso Long Beach.

Recommended Yami (dark) songs for men (91–100)

HO SummerTackey & Tsubasa

Released in 2006 as Tackey & Tsubasa’s seventh single.

It was used as the theme song for “Gakincho: Return Kids,” the ending theme for “Zubari Iu wa yo!,” and the Tokyo Yakult Swallows’ summer campaign song.

The track is memorable for its simple, easy-to-dance choreography that’s perfect for summer.