[Drinking Songs] Timeless Classics and the Latest Hit Tracks to Enjoy with a Drink
Songs about alcohol.
Do you have a favorite one?
When it comes to drinking, beyond the types of alcohol themselves, there are all kinds of situations: getting lively with a crowd, quietly sipping alone, or soaking up the mood at a bar.
In this article, we’ll introduce classic songs about drinking that suit various scenes, situations, and emotions.
We’ve selected a wide range from nostalgic hits of the ’70s and ’80s to the latest chart-toppers, so enjoy the differences in vibe across the decades.
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[Alcohol Songs] Classic Favorites and Latest Hit Songs to Enjoy While Sipping a Drink (41–50)
Cheerschinza DOPENESS
This track is by the rapper Chinza DOPENESS, whose name carries the impactful meaning of “sitting enthroned atop foolishness.” From the laid-back opening, it’s already in full-on blackout-drunk mode.
You can practically see someone with glassy eyes enjoying a conversation that isn’t really a conversation.
Some listeners might even recall times when, swept up in the booze-fueled momentum, they pestered friends with, “Come on, treat me—don’t sweat the small stuff,” only to get scolded later.
Top it off with collapsing onto the road on the wobbly walk home.
If you’ve got your own drinking mishaps, you’ll probably relate hard to these lyrics.
Feeling refreshedMoritaka Chisato
Chisato Moritaka is a singer-songwriter who has idol looks and can also play instruments.
This song was used as a theme for an Asahi Beer commercial.
Around 1994, when she appeared in the ad, she was in her twenties—slightly older, yet retaining the clean, everlasting idol image.
That’s why it became a hot topic: “Moritaka, the idol, in a beer commercial!” It was such a massive hit that people even complained that it made kids desperately want to buy beer.
I don’t get drunk.Takahata Mitsuki
When it comes to long-running, high-profile commercials that have featured many distinctive actresses over the years, Choya Umeshu’s ads surely come to mind.
Mitsuki Takahata, who appears in them, is also famous as an actress with excellent singing skills.
She performs the CM song “Watashi wa Yowanai” (“I Don’t Get Drunk”), and her strong vocals became a major talking point in this commercial as well.
Little Brown JugEastburn
It’s a song released in 1869.
Its popularity surged through jazz covers, and it has been arranged in various ways, including versions with lyrics adapted for children.
Although it tells the story of a couple struggling with alcoholism, the melody is bright and cheerful, making it a widely beloved folk song.
Tipsy Full MoonSakamoto Fuyumi
A song by Fuyumi Sakamoto themed around the give-and-take of adult romance.
Its retro vibe reminiscent of the ’80s is captivating, and the lyrics and melody, tinged with nostalgia, resonate deeply.
Released in February 2024, this track marks Sakamoto’s first foray into adult-tinged kayō pops.
The cover photo featuring her not in a kimono also drew attention.
It’s a piece that paints the feelings of mature love—perfect for savoring on a long night with a gentle buzz, and just right for those slightly bittersweet moods.
Love of ChampagneMeron Kinenbi
Melon Kinenbi is an idol group from Hello! Project.
They’re well known for being produced by Tsunku, who also worked with Morning Musume.
Melon Kinenbi’s selling point is their polished, elegant style.
Because of that, they have many songs with a slightly mature vibe, like Champagne no Koi.
Sūdara-bushiUeki Hitoshi
A song that every Japanese boozer is sure to know! The classic “Sudarabushi,” left to us by Hitoshi Ueki, who shone as an actor, comedian, and singer.
If you’ve ever drunk a bit too much and ended up with a hangover or memory loss, or if you’ve ever gotten totally hooked on something, this is probably the number-one song you’ll relate to.
Its cheerful melody makes you want to glide along and dance.
If you’re worried about something, just listen to this song and you’ll naturally find yourself smiling!
