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At dusk, as the sun sets, the feelings we hold while gazing at the sunset—“beautiful,” “bittersweet,” “lonely,” and more—vary from person to person.
In this article, we introduce songs that depict various situations and human emotions with the theme of the setting sun and sunsets.
We’ve selected a wide range from timeless classics to the latest tracks, so you’re sure to find a favorite!
Please enjoy while comparing them with the image of the “sunset” you have in mind.
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[Sunset Songs] A selection of classic staples and the latest tracks perfect for listening at dusk (1–10)
Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku
It’s a beautiful yet bittersweet song that feels like a snapshot of a sunset sky dyed in crimson.
Released in November 2005 as Fuji Fabric’s sixth single, it was also used as the ending theme for TV Kanagawa’s program “saku saku.” Its lyrical words and delicate melody sink deeply into the listener’s heart.
It’s the kind of track that makes you want to gaze at the setting sun and sink into nostalgia for partings with someone dear and for lost time.
This piece is especially meaningful, born during a period when Masahiko Shimura was on the verge of giving up on music.
A true classic for anyone seeking a moving song to listen to at dusk.
Even as the sky glows madder red, my path home lies unlit…Shiina Ringo
This song shines with Ringo Sheena’s distinctive lyrical world and unique musicality, depicting a poignant scene at dusk.
On the way home bathed in the setting sun, it captures the sadness of parting and reflections on the passing of time, delivering a message that resonates deeply with listeners.
Included on the 1999 album “Muzai Moratorium,” this work had a profound impact as Sheena’s debut release.
When you want to feel the day’s end while watching the sunset, why not listen to this track that will seep into your heart?
Love at Dusksupittsu
It’s a bittersweet yet beautiful love song by Spitz that evokes the image of a twilight sky.
Featured on the album “Sora no Tobikata” (How to Fly in the Sky), the song stands out for its lyrics that intertwine unrequited feelings with the growing intensity of love and the beauty of dusk.
Masamune Kusano’s clear, transparent vocals and the band’s delicate performance beautifully capture the fragility and splendor of love.
Released in September 1994, this track gently resonates with anyone troubled by love.
Listen to it at dusk, and it will surely sink into your heart.
OrangeSMAP
It was released in 2000 as the coupling track (B-side) to SMAP’s 32nd single, “Lion Heart.” Despite being a B-side, it’s a fan favorite that has ranked high on karaoke charts, and after SMAP announced their breakup, it climbed the rankings on streaming sites.
It’s a classic whose bittersweet lyrics pair perfectly with the image of an orange-hued sunset.
Above the setting sunKawasaki Takaya
A song by Takaya Kawasaki that paints a poignant feeling against the backdrop of a sky dyed by the setting sun.
His husky yet warm voice blends with the moving melody to stir the listener’s emotions.
Released digitally in July 2024, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo drama “I Hear the Sunspot.” Its lyrics delicately portray parting and emotional misalignment, evoking a bittersweetness that many have experienced.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to alone, quietly, at dusk.
Reflected at duskAkiyama Kiiro
This is a song released by Kiro Akiyama in 2019.
It’s about a man dealing with heartbreak, filled with poignant words about being unable to forget.
In the lyrics, dusk is portrayed as the time of parting, and as the final gentle moment.
Dusk often brings a touch of loneliness, and if you’ve said goodbye to someone important at nightfall, you might find that every sunset brings the memories back… In contrast to the lyrics, the melody has a brisk, uplifting feel, making it a great fit for cycling or driving!
OrangeSPYAIR
This is a captivating song with a warm, sunset-inspired melody and lyrics that resonate deeply.
It portrays the image of soaring through an orange sky, singing of the beauty of living each moment fully without fearing farewells or change.
Released in February 2024, the track was chosen as the theme song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle (the Haikyu!! movie).
Marking the fourth collaboration between SPYAIR and the Haikyu!! series, this work is also positioned as an answer song to their past tracks.
It’s a recommended listen for those who have experienced parting with someone important or are about to take a new step forward.