DEVILOOF - Aishitekudasai (guitar cover)

As someone who has been playing guitar and covering songs from Japanese metal bands like DEVILOOF and BABYMETAL, I find "Aishitekudasai" to be an incredibly rewarding piece to learn. The song combines intense rhythms with melodic lead sections that are challenging but fun to master. Using quality gear, such as ESP and IBANEZ guitars, really helps capture the authentic tone and energy required for this style. Specifically, ESP guitars are known for their sharp, aggressive sound, ideal for metal, while IBANEZ guitars deliver smooth playability and versatile tonal options. When approaching a cover like this, breaking down the song into smaller segments made practicing more manageable. I started by focusing on the rhythm parts, ensuring timing and muting techniques were tight before moving on to the lead guitar sections. Additionally, watching live performances and other covers can provide insight into finger positioning and articulation. For guitarists interested in exploring Japanese metal or expanding their repertoire in this genre, incorporating songs like "Aishitekudasai" offers a great mix of technical skill and musical expression. Beyond technical proficiency, the emotional intensity conveyed in the song adds depth to performance, making it more engaging both to play and to listen. Overall, covering DEVILOOF's "Aishitekudasai" has been a fantastic learning experience that has pushed my guitar skills while connecting me more deeply to the vibrant Japanese metal scene.