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Kishidan – One Night Carnival

That hook from the intro grabs you instantly, and the energetic performance in school uniforms leaves a vivid impression! This is truly a soul-stirring anthem that represents Kishidan.

You can feel the exhilaration of breaking free from dull everyday life and diving into a one-night-only carnival, along with the fiery bond between friends.

The indie version was released in June 2001, followed by the major-label version in May 2002, and it was performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in both 2004 and 2005.

Belt it out with your friends at karaoke, arms over shoulders, and it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going! Nail that signature choreography, too, and make it an unforgettable night!

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Kishidan – Lover

Ayano-Koji Sho and the other members basically wear school uniforms as their costumes, so it feels just right when the setting is a school, like in this song’s music video.

It’s a catchy track that makes listeners want to sing along with the chorus, shouting “Koi koi ko~i!!” At its core, it’s a pure love song.

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Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”

Just seeing that quintessentially Kishidan, straight-shooting title is enough to make you smile.

Released on June 16, 2004, this single is a wedding song infused with a message of congratulations to a friend getting married.

There’s a playful touch in the intro, which quotes Mendelssohn’s Wedding March.

The music video was reportedly filmed at a wedding venue in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture.

Centered on themes of eternal friendship and love, the song conveys heartfelt blessings for the bride and groom, and it’s often performed as entertainment at weddings.

It’s a perfect track for celebrating a loved one’s new beginning—ideal for everyone to sing together and get the crowd buzzing.

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Kishidan / “One Night Carnival 2013” MUSIC VIDEO - short ver -

This is a signature song by Kishidan that portrays a one-night-only carnival coloring a summer night.

Its message celebrating youth’s freedom and sense of liberation resounds alongside an energetic rock sound.

Released in September 2013, the track was also chosen as the theme song for that year’s “Kishidan Expo 2013.” The choreography—part cheer squad, part parapara—melds perfectly with the music and is captivating.

Packed with the allure of a special night spent giving it your all away from everyday life, it’s a perfect fit for summer festivals and events.

Just listening to it makes your heart dance and makes you want to get hyped with your friends—be sure to experience this quintessentially Kishidan coming-of-age anthem.

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Kishidan – Secret Love Story

This love song portrays a sense of loneliness that steps away from classic Christmas events, yet holds on to a love that won’t fade.

Set against a winter scene in a town without snow, it captures the protagonist’s heartrending feelings, and it was released in October 2003 as Kishidan’s first seasonal song.

Its lyrical arrangement featuring strings blends beautifully with a rugged rock sound, and the music video—starring Erika Sawajiri—received high acclaim, winning Best Story Video at the Space Shower Music Video Awards.

Also included on the album “TOO FAST TO LIVE TOO YOUNG TO DIE,” the song pairs Christmas as a theme with poignantly bittersweet lyrics, making it a perfect pick to sing together with friends at karaoke.

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Kishidan / 'Kenka Joto' MUSIC VIDEO - Short Ver -

Kishidan is a six-member rock band that calls their style “Yank Rock,” a fusion of punk rock and Yankee delinquent culture, and their highly freewheeling songs captivate fans.

Their 17th single, Kenka Joto, used as the theme song for the TV drama Wicked Gambo, is catchy with its expansive brass-driven sound and poppy melody.

The lyrics, which portray female strength, let you unleash a range of emotions—so much so that singing it at karaoke can make you forget your anger—making it perfect for stress relief.

It’s a breezy, upbeat rock tune that feels refreshing even as it strings together impactful phrases.

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Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer [Live ver.]

It’s a famous song by Kazuyoshi Saito that many artists still cover today.

Personally, I have a faint, romantic memory of falling for it after seeing a senior lead a band and sing it at my high school culture festival.

Its gentle melody and relaxed tempo are truly captivating.