Nanase Aikawa’s famous and popular songs
Let me introduce you to songs by Nanase Aikawa, a female singer signed to Avex.
Her music is rooted in rock, which is a major part of its appeal, and among the producers who have worked with her is Tomoyasu Hotei, one of Japan’s most renowned guitarists.
When she debuted, her songwriting consciously leaned toward darker, non-upbeat rock—the opposite of the positive, girl-pop style that was mainstream at the time—so she has more cool, edgy tracks than bright, poppy ones.
Nanase Aikawa is from Osaka, and her humorous personality is also a big part of her charm.
In particular, her appearances on the TV show “Utaban” together with T.M.Revolution’s Takanori Nishikawa are very entertaining, so be sure to check them out.
Now, please enjoy the cool tracks of Nanase Aikawa.
Nanase Aikawa’s greatest and most popular songs (1–10)
SWEET EMOTIONAikawa Nanase
I listened to this song a lot, and it was a karaoke staple too.
I remember cheerfully listening to it and singing along while driving back then.
Whenever I went out with friends, we always played this.
I love the vibe of a cool, slightly rebellious girl—it’s really appealing.
I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase
I’ve loved this song from the very beginning.
It’s a karaoke classic for me—I’ve sung it countless times.
J-pop from that era really is the best.
I love everything from the opening line to the chorus, and it always gets the crowd going at karaoke.
It reminds me of my twenties.
I picture a cool, stylish female singer.
Round ZERO~BLADE BRAVEAikawa Nanase
Their 25th single.
The first opening theme for Kamen Rider Blade.
It’s incredibly powerful and full of drive.
I feel like it represents a cool female singer.
It was a masterpiece that made me realize she could handle this kind of genre, too.
The sense of speed fits perfectly.
romantic feelingsAikawa Nanase
I loved this song too and listened to it all the time.
I sang it quite a lot at karaoke as well.
It brings back nostalgic memories from those days.
From the lyrics to the music, I think it’s a love song for a cool, confident woman.
The chorus is cool too.
Even after many years, I still remember it.
NostalgiaAikawa Nanase
The nostalgic sound reminds me of my younger days.
I used to play it a lot on drives.
I remember feeling like I could just keep driving forever.
It really was my youth.
When I hear the chorus, it somehow brings me to tears.
Those were the best times.
Wasshoi!Aikawa Nanase
Nanase Aikawa was recently appointed as a Japan–Brazil Friendship and Goodwill Ambassador.
Her song “Wasshoi!” was released with the theme of connecting Brazil and Japan in 2025.
The piece consciously incorporates a distinctly Japanese flavor in its melody, featuring several phrases reminiscent of enka.
As a result, it’s crafted to be easy for Japanese singers to perform; however, the end of the chorus holds a sustained long note at a slightly higher pitch, so be careful not to let your voice crack there.
If you set the key to suit that section, there aren’t any particularly difficult elements, so please use this as a reference.
Heat of the nightAikawa Nanase
It was the coupling track to the maxi single “The World Is in These Hands” and was also used in a commercial.
It’s a song with a comfortable slow tempo.
Nanase Aikawa’s voice from her younger days has a nostalgic quality, and the guitar parts and more make you feel warm and relaxed as you listen.
Lovin’ youAikawa Nanase
This one is super cool.
It’s their 11th single and has been used in a commercial, and with just a single phrase it makes a strong impact—very mature and really good.
It’s also a classic go-to at karaoke now.
I feel like they’ve gradually become more grown-up before we knew it.
Fine Fine DayAikawa Nanase
Her singing voice is exactly the same as when she was young, but without the edginess it had back then, making this a very easy-to-listen-to rock number.
She’s so cool that it’s hard to believe she’s raising kids.
She’s a stylish, admirable female singer.
Her and My CircumstancesAikawa Nanase
I love this song too.
It was the theme song for a drama.
The pitch is quite challenging.
It’s a gorgeous masterpiece featuring my favorites, YUKI and Yumi Yoshimura, on backing vocals.
The combo with Tetsurō Oda is truly the best—they’re incredibly skilled.
The lyrics are great, too.