Record manufacturer Toyokasei has pressed Like A Dragon's iconic karaoke track "Bakamitai" on 12-inch wine red vinyl, matching the color of protagonist Kazuma Kiryu's dress shirt. Composed by Mitsuharu Fukuyama, the song was first introduced in Yakuza 5.

The A-Side of the album includes "Bakamitai - Taxi Driver Edition," together with the (Short.ver) and karaoke track. The song is performed by Kazuma Kiryu voice actor Takaya Kuroda, with lyrics by Infinite Wealth director Ryosuke Horii. The B-side contains acoustic variation "Bakamitai - Sorrow," the respective (Short.ver) and karaoke track.

The analog record release is now available in Japan, shipping from distributors Play-Asia, PixelCrib in Australia, and disk union. "Bakamitai - Taxi Driver Edition" is part of the "Kazuma Kiryu Karaoke hit song collection," streaming on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music Unlimited.

An extended track is streaming on Sega's YouTube channel. Yakuza 5 is currently available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows through Steam.

Bakamitai 12-inch wine red vinyl debuts in Japan, composed by @FUKKU_H10th. Ships from distributors Play-Asia, @PixelCribAU (Australia). https://t.co/AEghuZreU1 🍷『#龍が如く』 https://t.co/ZhiKAoBL2i

— The Ongaku (@TheOngaku) November 2, 2024

From the product page:

Known for its emotional portrayal of a woman unable to forget her former lover, this classic ballad was penned by SEGA's Ryosuke Horii and composed by Mitsuharu Fukuyama. First appearing in "Yakuza 5," it has been performed by various characters across the series and has become a beloved favorite among fans.

Numerous arrangements exist, including the acoustic "Baka Mitai - Aishuu." The meme "Dame Da Ne," featuring lip-sync videos, sparked a massive international trend, further cementing the song's popularity beyond just "Yakuza" fans. The A-side of this single features the original "Taxi Driver Edition" of "Baka Mitai," while the B-side includes the well-received acoustic version "Baka Mitai - Aishuu." This marks the first standalone 12-inch single of "Baka Mitai," set for release on November 3rd as part of "Record Day."

ばかみたい(12") 桐生一馬(黒田崇矢)
ばかみたい【Taxi Driver Edition】
ばかみたい【Taxi Driver Edition】(Short.ver)
ばかみたい【Taxi Driver Edition】(karaoke)
ばかみたい-哀愁-【Full Spec Edition】
ばかみたい-哀愁-(Short.ver)
ばかみたい-哀愁-(karaoke)

PixelCrib - Bakamitai (Wine Red Vinyl)

Play-Asia - Bakamitai (Wine Red Vinyl)

disk union - ばかみたい (12"vinyl)

Light in the Attic - Bakamitai (Wine Red Vinyl)

Apple Music - Kazuma Kiryu Karaoke Hit Song Collection EP

12年前にこの曲を作った時には、まさかシングルLP化される未来が来るなんて想像もしてなかった。あの頃ただのミニゲーム楽曲のひとつだからと適当に作ってたら、この世界線はなかったかもしれない。あの頃の俺マジでナイス。よく頑張った。どうもありがとう。
みなさんも良かったら記念にお手元に。 https://t.co/hpi6FWypcQ

— 堀井亮佑 龍が如く８ディレクター (@RyosukeHorii) August 7, 2024