Famous and popular songs performed by actresses
Did you know that among actresses who shine in dramas and films, some also have a singer side?
You might even find that some of the songs you often listen to are surprisingly sung by these actresses.
And if one of them happens to be your favorite actress, discovering this unexpected side and charm might make you like her even more.
In this article, we’ll introduce famous and popular songs performed by actresses.
There are not only original tracks but also covers of well-known songs.
Be sure to take a peek at a new side of these actresses!
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Famous and popular songs sung by actresses (31–40)
Kiss meKOH+
This song brilliantly captures the world of the mystery drama “Galileo,” in which genius physicist Manabu Yukawa and rookie detective Kaoru Utsumi solve difficult cases through scientific approaches.
With striking lyrics that incorporate scientific terminology and a soothing melody woven by Ko Shibasaki’s clear, transparent vocals, it skillfully portrays the emotions of a detective awkward in love.
Written and composed by Masaharu Fukuyama, it was released in November 2007 as KOH+’s debut work.
By playing over the drama’s ending, it added a sense of refreshment and lingering resonance after serious developments, leaving a deep impression on viewers.
Dolphin SummerKimura Yoshino
This work marks the singing debut of Yoshino Kimura, who at the time had won honors such as the Japan Academy Prize for Newcomer of the Year.
The song was used in a commercial for House “Soup Spaghetti.” In the roughly two years following her debut, she released six singles and three albums.
Let It Go ~As I Am~ (Japanese Version)Matsu Takako
This song sparked a huge craze as a Japanese-language musical number in Disney’s animated film Frozen.
She also handled the Japanese dubbing for the film as a voice actor.
Her powerful, soaring vocals heightened the film’s emotional impact even further.
The Last FruitFukada Kyoko
Released in 1999, this song was Kyoko Fukada’s debut single as a singer.
It’s a remake of aiko’s “Ashita.” By 2002, she had released seven singles and four albums.
Her first album, “Dear…,” is a piano album that lets you fully enjoy her performances!
ultramarineMitsushima Hikari
She debuted as a member of the seven-person unit “Folder.” After the group disbanded, she blossomed as an actress and is now active in many TV dramas and films.
Her strong singing ability hasn’t faded, and “Gunjou” was released in August 2017.
Great songs sung by actresses, popular tracks (41–50)
I Miss YouHaru
This song was released in 2008 as Haru’s debut as a singer, at a time when she was a popular model for the magazine SEVENTEEN and was also active as an actress.
Mayo Okamoto wrote both the lyrics and the music.
To date, this is the only song she has released as a singer.
ApproachFukatsu Eri
Eri Fukatsu, who showcases her lovely singing voice in director Koki Mitani’s films The Magic Hour and A Ghost of a Chance, has a past as a singer dating back to the late 1980s.
This single, Approach, was released as her fifth.