[Delicious] A collection of music you'll want to listen to while cooking
Introducing songs to listen to while cooking—recommended for everyone who cooks, whether you love it or find it challenging but are giving it your best! If you love cooking, these tracks might get you so pumped that you’ll whip up one or two extra dishes.
And if cooking isn’t your strong suit, listening might make it a little more fun.
From songs themed around cooking itself to energetic tracks that boost your kitchen groove, we’ve gathered a wide variety.
Enjoy cooking while listening to these songs—and make yourself, your family, or your partner smile!
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[Delicious] A Collection of Music You’ll Want to Listen to While Cooking (11–20)
Fish HeavenShibaya Hiromi
A song performed by Hiromi Shibaya, active as a singer and vocal coach, created as the campaign song for the National Federation of Fisheries Cooperative Associations’ Central Seafood Center.
Its standout lyrics, which include the names of 31 different fish, and an irresistibly catchy melody make it a memorable track—many people have probably heard it in supermarkets or department stores.
Listen to it while cooking—especially when making fish—and it’s sure to lift your spirits and help you get things done.
With both lyrics and melody leaving a strong impression, it’s a number that will make you want to hum along as you cook.
Marigoldaimyon
This is the fifth major-label single by singer-songwriter Aimyon, who has gained a large following—especially among younger listeners—with songs that feel both nostalgically familiar and distinctly original.
It set an astonishing record by surpassing 300 million streams and became one of her signature tracks after she performed it at her first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, making her name widely known across generations.
Its nostalgic, acoustic guitar–driven melody is perfect for enjoying cooking with a gentle heart, and it’s an easy-listening number that helps ease the bustle you might feel while preparing a meal.
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
This is the second single by singer-songwriter Ai Otsuka, who demonstrated her talent from a young age—winning the Grand Prix in the Teens category at the 1st ORC200 Vocal Queen Contest during her junior high school days.
The song gained wide recognition among listeners after being featured on the music program COUNT DOWN TV and the variety show Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!.
Its cute vocals and lyrics, along with a light and rhythmic feel, will boost your mood while cooking.
With its catchy melody that you can hum along to, it’s the perfect number to use as background music in the kitchen.
IdeaHoshino Gen
This is the first digital-only single by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, whose name resonates with a wide audience thanks not only to his musical talent but also to his activities across various fields.
Written specifically as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue,” the track is, as its title suggests, brimming with ideas that incorporate a range of musical genres.
Its structure lets you enjoy shifts within a single song—from band sound to dance number to stripped-down singing with guitar—which could add color to your time in the kitchen.
It’s more than just background music; it’s a track you can truly savor.
Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi
This is the fifth single by singer-songwriter Yumi Matsutoya, who is known not only for her own songs but also for the smash hits she wrote for other artists under the pen name Kureta Keiko.
Although the song was released in 1975, it became widely known after being used as the opening theme for the 1989 Studio Ghibli film Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Its lively, American pop-inspired sound is perfect for boosting the sense of anticipation while you cook.
While the lyrics probe a partner’s infidelity, the song’s irresistibly catchy and cute style more than makes up for it.
U.S.A.DA PUMP
This is the 29th single by DA PUMP, a dance and vocal group that fuses rap-infused hip-hop sounds with catchy melodic singing.
In addition to its poppy, catchy vibe, the performance—especially the now-famous “Iine Dance”—generated as much buzz as the song itself, making it the track that sparked DA PUMP’s big comeback.
With its refreshingly impactful lyrics—often called delightfully tacky—and Eurobeat rhythm, it’s perfect for boosting your mood while cooking.
Just be careful not to get so hyped that you start doing the “Iine Dance” while holding a knife or kitchen tools!
In conclusion
I introduced some songs to listen to while cooking—did they help you get into the groove? Even when you don’t feel like cooking, listening to music might make you think, “Hey, maybe I’ll try making this,” or “Alright, let’s do it!” Cooking can be a great change of pace, so whether you’re confident or not, enjoy cooking while listening to music!