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Songs of the constellations: classic and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky

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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.

Constellation songs: Masterpieces and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky (21–30)

Winter ConstellationTsubokura Yui

Yuiko Tsubokura - Winter Constellations ~cover

Winter ConstellationTsubokura Yui

Released in January 1994 as Yuko Tsubokura’s fifth single, this song is included on her fourth album, Devious.

It’s a slow-tempo ballad sung to a solo piano accompaniment, portraying the emotional wavering of a woman who has just been proposed to.

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SiriusAoi Eiru

Eir Aoi 'Sirius (Music Video) - Short ver. -'

SiriusAoi Eiru

If you’re looking for an anime song that’s perfect for the night sky, I recommend “Sirius.” It’s sung by Eir Aoi, a hugely popular anisong singer, and it was also used as the opening theme for the anime Kill la Kill.

The title, Sirius, is known as a very bright star—its luminosity is said to be 26 times that of the Sun.

Rocking, cool-sounding constellation songs are pretty rare, so this one is definitely worth a listen.

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Another OrionFujii Fumiya

Another Orion..

Another OrionFujii Fumiya

A romantic song you’ll want to listen to under a starry sky.

Fumiya Fujii’s powerful vocals and the refreshing melody of the acoustic guitar resonate deeply.

Released in August 1996, this track was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Shards of Glass” and became a major hit.

Inspired by the constellation Orion, the lyrics leave a strong impression with themes of parting, reunion, and personal growth.

They express gratitude to a loved one and a resolve to become stronger for that person.

When you want to look up at the night sky and think of someone dear, give this song a listen—it’s sure to make your heart swell.

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Albireorokudenashi

Rokudenashi “Albireo” / Rokudenashi – Albireo [Official Music Video]

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Here’s a bittersweet love song themed around the starry sky.

It’s a much-anticipated collaboration that reunites Rokudenashi with Vocaloid producer NayutalieN.

Inspired by Albireo, the double star in the constellation Cygnus, the song expresses unreachable feelings and fleeting love.

Its pop, energetic sound blends perfectly with Ninjin’s delicate, ephemeral vocals.

Released as a digital single in September 2024 alongside its music video, the track is further enhanced by YY’s mystical illustrations, which deepen its cosmic atmosphere.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone who wants to gaze up at the night sky and sink into the ache of a tender, unfulfilled love.

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Making constellationsPlastic Tree

Plastic Tree – Seiza Zukuri [Live]

Making constellationsPlastic Tree

Gazing up at the night sky with the one you love and creating a constellation that’s just yours… how romantic.

It’s a song by the visual-kei rock band Plastic Tree, included on their fifth album, “Shirochronicle,” released in 2003.

A rock number whose sense of speed and freshness races through the heart.

Perfect as nighttime BGM to spend with your lover.

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