A song with an airplane theme. A classic that suits the sky.
A roundup of songs themed around airplanes! From timeless classics to nostalgic tunes, we’ve picked a wide range.
When you think of songs about airplanes, what comes to mind? You might recall two or three, but not many people can think of more than that.
Come to think of it, there really aren’t that many airplane-themed songs.
Still, this time we’re also introducing hidden gems that will make you say, “Ah! Now that you mention it, that really is an airplane song!” A must-see for anyone who loves fresh, breezy melodies!
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Songs with an airplane theme. Masterpieces that suit the sky (21–30)
FlightMUCC
Flight, sung by MUCC, a visual kei rock band active worldwide, is their 17th single, released in 2007.
It was later included on the band’s first best-of album, BEST OF MUCC.
It’s a simple, straightforward rock track with unadorned lyrics that’s popular among fans.
The music video features footage from their European tour, so enjoy the live atmosphere while listening to Flight!
365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48
AKB48’s hit song “365-Day Paper Airplane.” More recently, it’s become known for Sayaka Yamamoto’s solo cover.
“365-Day Paper Airplane” was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Asadora “Asa ga Kita.” Since it was composed to match the drama, the melody is a simple one centered on acoustic sounds.
Given that AKB48’s sound at the time was mostly bright and glamorous, many people were probably surprised when they heard this song.
Songs themed around airplanes. Timeless tracks that suit the sky (31–40)
Runway in the Night FogMifune Hiroshi
“Runway in the Night Mist” is a song by singer Hiroshi Mifune, who helped spark a low-voice boom alongside artists like Nagai Frank, Ichirō Kōbe, and Yūjirō Ishihara.
Mifune is also known for signature songs such as “Otoko no Blues” and the theme from “Moonlight Mask.” He appeared on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen three times, including with “Runway in the Night Mist” in 1958.
The lyrics—about wanting to see you just once more—are achingly poignant, classic Shōwa kayō.
Please give “Runway in the Night Mist” a listen!
WingMatsuda Seiko
A track included on the B-side of Canary, the eighth album released in 1983 and now recognized as a city pop classic.
The lyrics by Takashi Matsumoto, which liken feelings for a loved one to wings, really resonate.
The vivid depiction brings the scene to life, and together with Seiko Matsuda’s vocal prowess, there’s a refined grace that seems to dwell on an unchanging love despite the distance.
The laid-back sound is soothing too—almost as if you’d naturally start to float when you get on a plane.
It’s a masterpiece that conveys a kind of mature elegance you don’t often find today.
airplaneFISHMANS
Hikouki is the debut single by Fishmans, a rock band that plays pop music rooted in genres like reggae and dub.
It was released as a single from the 1991 album Chappie, Don’t Cry, along with Inago ga Tonderu.
Its relaxed sound features a floating reggae beat that seems to depict an airplane drifting hazily through the sky.
The music video’s animation was created by Shinji Sato, the band’s guitarist and vocalist, so be sure to check it out!
That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19
One of 19’s signature songs is “Ano Kami Hikōki Kumorizora Watte.” 19 is a collaborative unit consisting of the duo Kenji Okahira and Keigo Iwase together with illustrator 326, and at the time many people were amazed by how innovative the concept was.
Among their songs, “Ano Kami Hikōki Kumorizora Watte” became their biggest hit.
It stayed on the charts for as long as 20 weeks, making it a remarkably enduring release.
Be sure to check it out!
There was a blue sky.Hashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri
The song that Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga duetted on in 1964 is “Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” (“There, the Sky Was Blue”).
Starting with “Itsudemo Yume wo,” which was released in 1962 and became a huge hit, this became the pair’s fourth duet.
“Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” was used as the image song for All Nippon Airways’ first introduced jet airliner, the Boeing 727.
With anticipation building for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the track was crafted with a brilliant, hope-filled sound.
Be sure to listen to “Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” and soak in the atmosphere of the era!