Cat songs that overlap with various emotions. A richly diverse collection of cat tunes.
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.
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Cat songs that resonate with many emotions. A diverse collection of cat tunes (101–110)
CatbusKitahara Taku
It’s actually the Catbus BGM from My Neighbor Totoro that has lyrics.
Ghibli often has lyrics attached to its background music, and the Catbus is no exception.
If you’re a cat lover who’s dreamed of riding it at least once, I think having lyrics makes it easier to feel the Catbus’s exhilarating sense of speed.
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.
As if the cat’s tail is standing straight up…SKE48
A song included on the B-side of “Mirai to wa?” released on March 19, 2014, as SKE48’s 14th single.
It’s a mid-tempo pop track that combines rap by Bose from Scha Dara Parr.
Cat Walkw-inds.
A track included on w-inds.’s 11th album, Blue Blood, released on July 8, 2015.
It’s an electric, danceable pop song about striking up a conversation with a beautiful woman encountered while walking through the city.
Jealousy toward catsaimyon
Aimyong, loved by everyday people across the country, has an appeal that’s remained unchanged since her debut: a powerful yet wistful vocal presence.
The title track of the album “Jealousy of a Cat” projects comparisons with others and self-loathing onto the familiar figure of a “cat,” expressing the anxieties and jealousy we feel in daily life.
Its breezy sound blends seamlessly with Aimyong’s signature humor and irony, drawing deep empathy from listeners.
Released in September 2024, the song is perfect for anyone grappling with living at their own pace.
The album also includes “Ai no Hana,” the theme song for the NHK morning drama Ranman, making it a work that’s packed with Aimyong’s charm.