Love Phantom

B'z

About Love Phantom

"Love Phantom" is the eighteenth single by B'z, released on October 11, 1995. This song is one of B'z many number-one singles in Oricon chart. The song was used as ending theme for The X-Files during the height of its popularity in Japan. The single sold over 950,000 copies within one week. It sold over 1,862,000 copies according to Oricon. The song won "the best five single award" at the 10th Japan Gold Disc Award. In 2011, the song was certified digitally by the RIAJ as a gold single for being downloaded more than 100,000 times to cellphones since its release as a digital download in early 2005. B'z became also the first artist to have at least one single charted in the yearly top 10 for five consecutives years. This record was broken by Mr. Children in 2008 (6 years). 


Year:
2001
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#2

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いらない何も 捨ててしまおう
君を探し彷徨う my soul
Stop the time, shout it out
がまんできない 僕を全部あげよう

せわしい街のカンジがいやだよ
君はいないから
夢に向かい交差点を渡る
「途中の人」はいいね

ふたりでひとつになれちゃうことを
気持ちいいと思ううちに
少しのズレも許せない
せこい人間になってたよ

君がいないと生きられない
熱い抱擁なしじゃ 意味がない
ねえ 2人でひとつでしょ yin and yan
君が僕を支えてくれる
君が僕を自由にしてくれる
月の光がそうするように
君の背中にすべり落ちよう
(そして私はつぶされる)
丁度 風のない海のように
退屈な日々だった
思えば花も色褪せていたよ
君に会うまでは

濡れる体 溶けてしまうほど
昼も夜も離れずに
過ごした時はホントなの
君は今何おもう
腹の底から君の名前を
叫んでとびだした it's my soul
カラのカラダがとぼとぼと
はしゃぐ街を歩く

欲しい気持ちが成長しすぎて
愛することを忘れて
万能の君の幻を 僕の中に作ってた
いらない何も 捨ててしまおう
君を探し彷徨う my soul
Stop the time, shout it out
がまんできない 僕を全部あげよう

幻をいつも愛してる
何もわからずに

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B'z

B'z (ビーズ, Bīzu?) is a Japanese rock duo, consisting of guitarist, composer and producer Takahiro "Tak" Matsumoto (松本 孝弘, Matsumoto Takahiro?) and Koshi Inaba (稲葉 浩志, Inaba Kōshi?) as vocalist and lyricist. more »

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Written by: Takahiro Matsumoto, Koushi Inaba

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Love Phantom" is a song performed by B'Z, a well-acclaimed Japanese rock duo consisting of Tak Matsumoto on guitar and Koshi Inaba on vocals.
Release & Popularity
The song was released on October 11, 1995 as the band's 16th single. - Despite being released decades ago, its popularity is undimmed. It's still one of the most requested songs at B'Z concerts.
Chart Performance
"Love Phantom" topped the Oricon Weekly Singles chart for two consecutive weeks. - The single had sold over a staggering 2 million copies by the end of its chart run, making it one of B'Z's best-selling singles.
Influence & Context
Combining pop and rock elements, "Love Phantom" played a significant role in shaping the sound of Japanese rock in the '90s. - Its edginess and emotional intensity were highly appealing to Japanese youth, reflecting the rebellious spirit and romantic sensibilities of that era.
Awards & Recognition
"Love Phantom" was not just a commercial success, but also highly regarded by critics. - It won the duo various awards including the "Japan Record Awards" for "Best Song".
Music Video
The music video for "Love Phantom" features B'z in a unique, dark setting; a direct contrast to the band's typical bright, colorful aesthetics. - It added further layers to the song's enigmatic and passionate vibe.
Live Performances
Given its popularity, it's no surprise that "Love Phantom" became a mainstay of B'Z's live shows, with thrilling performances that often feature explosive guitar solos from Matsumoto. - It's particularly famous for being the finale song during their live performances.
Legacy
Even after decades, "Love Phantom" remains one of B'Z's most iconic songs. - The song has deeply influenced a generation of Japanese rockers and has left an indelible mark on Japanese pop culture.
Adaptation
The song has been remixed and covered numerous times by different artists showcasing its enduring appeal.
Personal Meaning
While the meaning of the song remains a mystery, fans have speculated that "Love Phantom" contains personal reflections of the duo's views on love and relationships.

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