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Classic Japanese songs about Earth: songs that include the word “Earth” in their lyrics

Our birthplace, the planet Earth.

Here, we’ll introduce songs that turn this planet—where people live—into music, as well as tracks whose lyrics include the word “Earth.”

A variety of artists express “Earth” through their own interpretations.

You can sense from the lyrics how they perceive this Earth we live on, so try listening while thinking about the intended meaning and the feelings behind it.

We’ll showcase expressions of love for Earth and lyrical portrayals that transcend genres—from rock and folk to idol music.

Masterpieces of Japanese songs about Earth: Songs that include the word “Earth” in the lyrics (21–30)

Blue EarthYamazaki Hako

Hako Yamasaki is a singer-songwriter who debuted in 1975.

She is well known for the song ‘Noroi’ (Curse), which has been featured on numerous variety shows and in the Fuji TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

The song addresses humanity’s destruction of nature.

Earth EncyclopediaMONGOL800

This is a song by MONGOL800, a rock band from Okinawa.

Since their debut, MONGOL800 has been active with Okinawa as their base and is known for staying out of the media.

The striking lyrics feature a child pleading with their grandfather to tell them about the Earth, giving the song a layered, thought-provoking meaning.

Born in the EARTHHey! Say! JUMP

Hey! Say! JUMP – Born in the EARTH [Official Live Video]
Born in the EARTHHey! Say! JUMP

Hey! Say! JUMP is a male idol group from Johnny’s formed in 2007.

Every song they release consistently ranks near the top of the Oricon charts.

This track is a straightforward idol song that positively sings about the miracle of being born on Earth and meeting one another.

Theory of EvolutionBOYSANDMEN

BOYS AND MEN – “Evolution Theory” MV
Theory of EvolutionBOYSANDMEN

BOYS AND MEN is a male idol group based in Nagoya.

This song was selected as the theme song for the TBS anime Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion.

With the lively vibe typical of anime songs, it sings about how the Earth won’t stop turning even when you’re troubled.

On this blue, blue EarthUehara Azumi

Azumi Uehara “On This Blue, Blue Earth” PV
On this blue, blue EarthUehara Azumi

It’s singer Azumi Uehara’s debut song.

It’s well known as the ending theme for the Nippon TV anime Detective Conan and reached No.

9 on the Oricon chart.

If you’re a Conan fan, this song will probably make you feel nostalgic.

Just the two of us inside the EarthD.O.A.

D.O.A.

is a three-piece rock band that debuted in 2004.

They’re well known for songs like Hero, the opening theme of Ultraman Nexus, and Glass Highway, the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Golgo 13.

This song expresses the wish to live on this Earth without losing sight of oneself and one’s loved ones, even while carrying anxiety.

Even if the Earth shatters into pieces tomorrowdenpagumi.inc

Dempagumi.inc “Even If the Earth Turns to Dust Tomorrow” MV Full
Even if the Earth shatters into pieces tomorrowdenpagumi.inc

This song is the 14th single by the idol group Dempagumi.inc.

It was created based on a survey given to the members that asked, “If the Earth were to shatter into pieces tomorrow, what would you do?” The song reached a peak position of No.

2 on the Oricon charts.