"Dakishimetai" is a classic mid-career single from Base Ball Bear, showcasing their signature blend of driving indie rock and heartfelt lyrics. This track became a fan favorite and a staple of their live sets.
- "Dakishimetai" was released on April 4, 2007, by EMI MUSIC JAPAN INC. The single featured "Suteki na Melody" as the B-side. It reached number 17 on the Oricon weekly charts.
- The single was released during a prolific period for the band, following their 2006 album "Cygnet." It preceded their 2008 album "Ball Bear "Kodomo" no Jidai."
- The song "Dakishimetai" has been featured on several of the band's compilation albums, including "The Best of Base Ball Bear" released in 2010.
Base Ball Bear is a rock band from Tokyo, Japan, who emerged from the Tokyo indie scene in the early 2000s. At the time of this 2007 single, they were established figures in Japanese alternative and indie rock.
Tracklist
