[Masterpieces Singing the Full Moon] Carefully Selected Popular and Classic Songs Related to the Moon
In the world of music, lyrics are written on a wide range of themes, but songs about the moon are often particularly romantic.
Their content varies from love songs that overlay feelings of affection to uplifting tracks that express hope for the future.
In this article, I’ll introduce songs that pour all kinds of emotions into the moon.
This time, I’ve especially picked ones that focus on the full moon, so on a beautiful full-moon night, take your time and listen to the songs I’m about to introduce.
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[Masterpieces That Sing of the Full Moon] A Curated Selection of Recommended Popular Songs and Classics About the Moon (41–50)
Moon on pampas grassShiina Ringo
You’ll be overwhelmed by the dramatic soundscape.
This work is a single released by Ringo Sheena in June 2025.
It was chosen as the theme song for the NHK Saturday drama “Hitori de Shinitai.” It’s a cover of the band Appa’s song “Gypsy,” expressing the loneliness of life and the quiet resolve within it over a glamorous yet weighty sonic palette.
On nights when you feel contemplative, why not immerse yourself in this cinematic world of sound?
Full-moon nightuchuu mao
Mao Uchuu has crafted a wide variety of songs with the timbre of her acoustic guitar and her singing voice.
Her full-moon-themed track “Mangetsu no Yoru” is not to be missed.
It carries the intimate feel of a gentle, stripped-down solo performance.
The song depicts a weary person mustering their strength once more and moving forward toward the future.
Listening to it may soothe you while also giving you courage.
It also portrays a sleepless night, making it a fitting listen when you find yourself in a similar situation.
On nights of the full moonCASCADE
What should we do for fun on a night when the full moon is out? This song by CASCADE captures a yearning for freedom.
With its catchy melody and up-tempo sound, it sets listeners’ hearts dancing.
Included on the 1997 album “YELLOW MAGICAL TYPHOON,” the track sings of the limitless possibilities felt on a full-moon night and the importance of bonds with someone special.
On the surface it’s bright and full of hope, yet it also portrays inner anxiety, making it a profound piece filled with complex emotions.
It’s perfect for listening with someone dear on a full-moon night while sharing your free-spirited dreams.
Grapefruit MoonGOING STEADY
GOING STEADY, a rock band affectionately known by the abbreviation “Goiste,” centers its activities around frontman Kazunobu Mineta.
Grapefruit Moon, included on their second album Sakura no Uta, features an emotional rock ensemble built on a relaxed shuffle beat and noisy guitar sound.
The lyrics, which evoke an image of gazing up at a full moon while confronting oneself, feel sentimental yet somehow imbued with a strong resolve.
It’s a lyrical rock tune you’ll want to remember when you lose your way in everyday life.
Woman Waiting for the Full MoonOtsuka Masaji
A folk song with a gentle acoustic guitar tone that feels comforting.
Its laid-back, jazz-like rhythm and a brass section that doesn’t overstate itself create a stylish atmosphere.
The singing has a simple yet distinctive pronunciation that adds depth—an ideal track for a full-moon night.
The Wolf and the Full MoonŌhashi Torio
When you want to calm your mind, I also recommend “Wolf and Full Moon.” This song was created by the singer-songwriter ohashiTrio and is included on the album “Blue.” It’s a piano-and-vocal piece, and the lyrics portray a man lost in thought as he listens to a wolf howling on a moonlit night.
The worldview is captivating, inviting you to imagine his backstory, such as the darkness he carries in his heart.
Try listening while considering what the wolf and the moon each symbolize.
Crazy Moon ~You Are Invincible~arashi
A song by Arashi released in 2009 that also drew attention for being featured in a cosmetics commercial.
The track sings of feelings of love for a beautiful woman.
The choreography was handled by Johnny & Associates dancer Tomoyuki Yara, and the music video was filmed at Makuhari Messe.