Ikimono-gakari Love Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2025]

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Ikimono-gakari '1 2 3 ~Love Begins~ MUSIC VIDEO (Short ver.)'

A bright, poppy portrayal of the start of a sweet-and-sour crush, this June 2013 number by Ikimono-gakari sings about wanting to move from friends to lovers, along with the anxiety that comes with that change.

The lyrics that count “1-2-3” are particularly striking, conveying the exhilaration of falling in love.

Included on the album “I,” the song also drew attention as the theme for the Calpis Water commercial.

The music video is set at a high school, making it a perfect youth anthem that brings back memories of innocent student-days romance.

It’s recommended not only for those currently nursing a crush, but also for anyone feeling nostalgic about past loves.

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Ikimonogakari 'Kimi ga Iru' Music Video

This song, “Kimi ga Iru,” released in 2010 as Ikimonogakari’s 19th single, also served as the theme song for the popular drama “Hotaru no Hikari 2,” starring Haruka Ayase.

It’s a poppy, positive love song for a girl in love that’s full of Ikimonogakari’s charm.

Even when unpleasant things happen, it remains very forward-looking—earnestly facing what’s ahead—and bursts with the bright energy to overcome, a sparkling love song.

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Ikimonogakari - Spectrum of Passion (Live)

It’s the opening theme of the TV anime The Seven Deadly Sins.

The powerful, love-filled vocals hit you hard and shake your brain.

“Passion” is exactly the right word.

It’s a wonderful, classic-sounding song that evokes a touch of nostalgia and perfectly matches the anime’s adventurous fantasy storyline.

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Ikimonogakari 'The Wind Is Blowing MUSIC VIDEO (Short ver.)'

Many people probably have a strong impression of it because it was NHK’s theme song for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The song “Kaze ga Fuiteiru” (“The Wind Is Blowing”) is Ikimonogakari’s 24th single, released in 2012.

It’s a track that resonates deeply with athletes, but it also stands out as a compelling love song.

Thinking of someone important can strengthen your feelings and give you a refreshing, positive boost.

It’s also a song that soothes the heart.

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Ikimono-gakari “SNOW AGAIN” song preview

A song included as the 12th track on Ikimonogakari’s seventh major original album, “FUN! FUN! FANFARE!,” released in December 2014.

It’s a track in which Ikimonogakari gently yet powerfully sings about the feelings of lovers who decide to part ways and walk separate paths as the seasons change from winter to spring.

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Ikimono-gakari “STAR” Music Video

If you’re looking to be soothed by gentle lyrics, STAR is also recommended.

This is Ikimonogakari’s first single as a duo.

Written as the theme song for the film Father of the Galactic Railroad, it’s a ballad that sings of a father’s unconditional love for his son and his wish for his happiness, all from the father’s perspective.

The lyrics are profound, prompting you to reflect on what love truly is.

Be sure to listen carefully so you don’t miss a single word.

Also, the way the sound swells toward the latter half creates a sense of openness—another highlight worth listening for.

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Ikimonogakari – Summer Sky Graffiti [Short Ver. / Verse 2]

It’s a song with an invigorating melody and the charmingly clear, transparent vocals of Kiyoe Yoshioka.

It paints sparkling summer memories, tender first love, and a touch of bittersweet emotion that tickles the listener’s heart.

Released in August 2007 as one of the tracks on a double A-side single, it also became well known as a soft drink commercial song.

When summer’s heat feels overwhelming, listening to this track might bring back those glittering days of youth and give you a boost of energy.