Masterpieces to listen to on a cloudy day
There are countless songs that perfectly suit clear blue skies, unending rain, or swirling snow, but surprisingly, it’s hard to find ones that fit a cloudy day.
Here’s a playlist that matches that overcast, not-quite-clear, not-quite-sunny, but comfortably mild kind of weather.
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Masterpieces to Listen to on Cloudy Days (41–50)
The sky is just likeMONKEY MAJIK
“Sora wa Marude” is a song by the rock band MONKEY MAJIK, included on their 2007 album of the same name.
The album reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Because “Sora wa Marude” was used as an image song for Yokohama Tire, many people associate it with driving from seeing the commercials.
The music video also features the band members driving, so it’s a great recommendation for sunny-day drives or touring trips!
Become the windtsuji ayano
The song Kaze ni Naru, which was used as the theme for Studio Ghibli’s film The Cat Returns, is a perfect track for a fresh, sunny day.
It’s Ayano Tsuji’s sixth single, released in 2002.
Tsuji’s soothing voice and the sound of the ukulele create an incredibly calm and pleasant mood.
In the music video, Tsuji riding a bicycle under the blue sky also looks wonderfully refreshing.
Since it’s such a great fit for clear, sunny weather, why not head out for a picnic and give it a listen?
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
On sunny days, I want to listen to this masterpiece: Yuzu’s “Eikou no Kakehashi” (“Bridge of Glory”).
The rhythm that unfolds step by step and the sound that gradually grows brighter with hope are truly a “Bridge of Glory.” I’d like to listen to this classic created by the two members of Yuzu and make it my source of energy on clear days.
metropoliskurisutaru kingu
Crystal King’s ‘Daitokai’ is a masterpiece among masterpieces of Japanese pop.
Its intro melody, still used in various contexts today, is etched into the DNA of the Japanese people.
The vocalist’s soaring high notes will pierce the listener’s heart.
Touch the futureSukima Suichi
The piercing horn section conjures up an image of clear skies.
It’s a song by the musical duo Sukima Switch, also known for hits like “Zenryoku Shonen” and “Guarana,” released in 2004 as their third single.
Since it’s been used in films and variety shows, many of you may have heard it before.
Thanks in part to Ohashi’s free and expansive vocals, it has a charm that makes you want to keep listening.
The effortless, refreshing sound is irresistible, too.
It’s a sunny-day pop song that lifts your romantic mood.
Robinsonsupittsu
“Robinson,” released as the eleventh single by Spitz, a band that continues to produce timeless masterpieces.
This song is a true classic that naturally brings tears to your eyes—simply overwhelming.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to with someone special on a sunny day.
Dawn BeatFujifaburikku
Fujifabric’s “Yoake no BEAT,” which also served as the theme song for Moteki.
Starring Mirai Moriyama, the drama feels as if this music video expresses the rock spirit hidden within his timid exterior.
The band playing behind the intense dancing evokes the start of a clear day at dawn, as a new day begins.