Songs of the constellations: classic and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky
Betelgeuse, Sirius, Orion, and more…
The night sky is adorned with a variety of constellations—there are said to be as many as 88.
Is there a song you feel like listening to when you suddenly look up at the night sky? In this article, we introduce recommended songs about constellations from among many classics.
Many of them are perfect for stargazing, so feel free to use this when looking for camp background music or songs related to constellations! Enjoy them as you gaze at the constellations floating in the star-filled night sky.
They’re sure to accompany the memories you make with someone special.
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Songs of the Constellations: Masterpieces and Popular Tracks to Enjoy While Gazing at the Night Sky (31–40)
Water signsKarashima Midori
A constellation song by Midori Karashima that portrays a heartrending, soul-stirring love.
Her sweet, gentle voice weaves a moving sense of yearning for feelings that cannot reach their destination.
Released in January 1995, this work came after her move to Toshiba EMI.
It was also included on the album “In Your Eyes,” capturing the hearts of many listeners.
Vivid imagery—rain, a crescent moon, a train platform—adds to its charm.
Like a water sign, it expresses a wavering, flickering heart in love.
Perfect not only for those troubled by love, but also for nights when you want to gaze up at the starry sky and lose yourself in thought.
Sparkling ConstellationHaida Katsuhiko
It’s a Showa-era popular song released as a record in March 1940.
It was used as an insert song in a New Year’s film the same year.
The lyrics sing of a man’s pure feelings and love shining in the night sky.
It became such a hit during the war that it reportedly drew complaints from the military, and it is considered Katsuhiko Haida’s breakout work.
Water signsWink
This is the B-side track of Wink’s ninth single, “Let’s Meet at the New Moon,” released in November 1990.
It is included on the album “Crescent.” The song is an upbeat techno tune about a love that comes true at the end of a journey, turning into a shooting star.
Maybe she’s a water sign.Shiina Megumi
For those born in the Showa era, this might be a nostalgic song.
It’s a track by Megumi Shiina, a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido known for songs like “Konya wa ANGEL.” It was released in 1987 as her ninth single.
The lyrics depict a scene straight out of a trendy TV drama: watching from afar as a former lover argues with a woman.
Please enjoy it while reminiscing about those days.
O.R.I.O.N.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
Sandaime J Soul Brothers’ “O.R.I.O.N.,” which became popular especially among young people, is themed around constellations.
Songs about constellations often carry a bittersweet image, but this one feels quite fresh thanks to its EDM sound.
Orion is a constellation visible in winter, and Betelgeuse, one of the stars that make up Orion, is part of the famous Winter Triangle.
The lyrics of this song also include expressions about constellations and the night sky, so be sure to check them out.
Songs of the constellations: Must-hear classics and popular tracks to enjoy while gazing at the night sky (41–50)
Constellation of GlassSaitō Takayuki
This is a piano piece by Takayoshi Saito, a Tokyo-born composer who also served as a director of the Japan Band Directors Association.
The mood of the piece conveys, through its tone, the cold night air and the quietly twinkling stars suggested by the title.
It can be described as a work with a sense of tension.
If you can play the piano or are confident in your skills, why not give it a try? It’s great practice for fingerings.
Night of ConstellationsKiyoharu
Like tracing the constellations across the night sky, Kiyoharu’s distinctive worldview unfolds.
Released in March 2006, this work is a single cut from the album “VINNYBEACH ~Imaginary Shore~.” It peaked at No.
17 on the Oricon charts.
The lyrics, which liken a starry night to the sea, are striking, and they briskly sing of love and happiness, the turning sky, and the stars.
It’s a track that highlights Kiyoharu’s characteristically deep vocals and melodious guitar work.
Wrapped in a dreamy atmosphere that makes you want to listen while gazing up at the night sky, it’s perfect as background music when stargazing with someone special.