Lovely nursery rhymes, folk songs, and children's songs

Cat songs that overlap with various emotions. A richly diverse collection of cat tunes.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

Speaking of February 22, it’s Cat Day! In Japan, it was established in 1987.

Cats can keep a bit of distance and then suddenly get affectionate—their free-spirited nature is incredibly cute, isn’t it? There are also songs that sing about “cats” or are related to them, and many people might feel there are quite a few classics.

Beyond the adorable tunes that make your heart flutter, there are plenty of cat songs: ones from a cat’s point of view, songs wishing “I want to be a cat,” and moving tracks that mirror human emotions with feline traits.

In this article, we’ve picked out some especially recommended cat songs.

If you’re a cat lover who actually has a kitty, be sure to listen together and enjoy a happy time.

Cat songs that overlap with various feelings. A rich variety of cat tunes (91–100)

The cat stepped on it.Makihara Noriyuki

The Cat Stepped On It — Noriyuki Makihara

The cat stepped on it.Makihara Noriyuki

It’s not that someone stepped on the cat—the cat is the one who did the stepping.

The song describes a cat stepping on a sleeping lover’s face and approaching them.

It’s included on singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara’s fourth album, SELF PORTRAIT, released in 1993.

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Nekomimi ModeHazuki (Saitou Chiwa)

Neko Mimi Mode Full Version

Nekomimi ModeHazuki (Saitou Chiwa)

This is the opening theme of the 2004 broadcast “Tsukuyomi -MOON PHASE-.” Unless you have a high tolerance for moe-style denpa songs, absolutely do not play it.

The sugary, cutesy, pleading voice of a moe character rides on electronic sounds and a relaxed bossa nova, aiming to melt your brain through your ears.

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I can’t go back to the Cat ForestTaniyama Hiroko

"I Can't Return to the Cat Forest" by Hiroko Taniyama, with lyrics

I can't go back to the Cat ForestTaniyama Hiroko

This is a song by singer-songwriter Hiroko Taniyama, known for her cheerful singing voice.

It is the title track of her second album, “I Can’t Return to the Cat Forest,” released in 1977.

The lyrics are written from the perspective of a cat reading a letter from its hometown.

It’s a song that many people living alone in the city may find relatable.

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The Silly Cat and the Song of the Silly Cat LoverIikubo Haruna (Mōningu Musume ’17), Kanazawa Tomoko (Juice=Juice)

The Silly Cat and The Song of the Silly Cat-Fool / Haruna Iikubo (Morning Musume ’17), Tomoko Kanazawa (Juice=Juice)

The Silly Cat and the Song of the Silly Cat LoverIikubo Haruna (Mōningu Musume '17), Kanazawa Tomoko (Juice=Juice)

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This is a collaborative song by idols Haruna Iikubo and Tomoko Kanazawa.

It was released in 2017.

Without a doubt, it’s a cat song by cat lovers, for cat lovers.

The bossa nova–tinged style is striking, and it seems perfect for an afternoon coffee break.

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A cat’s sleep-talkTakada Wataru

Greetings ~ A Cat’s Mutterings ~ On Nights When I Want a Drink ~ Someday — Wataru Takada

A cat’s sleep-talkTakada Wataru

A song included on the album “Best Live,” released on January 20, 1999.

It’s full of those repeated moments of starting to say “Well, um…” and trailing off.

It feels like a drinking song.

With the ukulele’s tone evoking a vacation mood, it’s pop music.

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Schrödinger’s catBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun “Schrödinger's Cat” (Official Music Video)

Schrödinger's catBrian the Sun

This is a song by Brian the Sun, a four-member band formed in Osaka in 2007.

It’s the lead track from their second mini-album, “Schrödinger’s Cat,” released in 2015.

A danceable and stylish guitar rock number.

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milkChara

Chara “Milk” Official Music Video

milkChara

Singer-songwriter Chara, known for her distinctive whispery voice and songs that speak to girls’ hearts.

Released in 1997, “Milk” is one of her most popular tracks.

The lyrics evoke the image of a cat playing alone, conveying the cuteness and slightly lonely atmosphere she expresses.

The arrangement is refreshing, centered around acoustic guitar.

It gives an impression similar to Cyndi Lauper’s music.

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In producing this article

Editorial Policy

I picked out songs with reference to playlists and music-related articles that align with the article’s content. Drawing on my experience as a music writer, I’ll select and introduce a variety of cat-themed tracks—from songs that express love for cats to those that mirror human emotions with those of cats.

Fukkun :) Tatsuki Fukuda (dancer)

KEI (POPS writer/editor)

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