[Masterpieces Singing the Goddess] A Comprehensive Introduction from Showa-Era Songs to the Latest Hit Tracks
One of the wonders of music is that it can take as its subject not only visible things, but also the sublime and the unseen.
In this article, we’ve gathered Japanese songs with the theme of “goddess” from among the endlessly rich possibilities of music.
There are many words that signify a goddess, such as Aphrodite, Venus, and Muse.
And the term doesn’t only refer to celestial beings—it can also describe someone you love or admire.
So, what kinds of goddesses will appear in the songs we’re introducing this time? We hope you enjoy them as you savor the lyrics.
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Masterpieces About Goddesses: A Comprehensive Showcase from Showa-Era Songs to the Latest Hit Tracks (1–10)
Sun Goddessieiri reo
It’s a single released by Leo Ieiri in 2013.
It was written specifically as the theme song for the drama “Clinic on the Sea.” The lyrics, which express deep love for a precious woman who is like the sun, are truly wonderful, aren’t they?
Barefoot GoddessB’z
This is the 13th single by B’z, released in 1993.
The band set a record by achieving million sales with all the songs released around this time.
The title refers to a woman scarred by heartbreak.
She’s barefoot and vulnerable, yet her feet are firmly planted on the ground.
It’s a song that celebrates her forward-looking spirit.
VenusAnly
This is a pop ballad sung by Anly, a singer-songwriter from Okinawa.
The lyrical string tones that evoke Irish music and the gently undulating 6/8 rhythm feel so pleasant, don’t they? Its warm lyrics, which tell those who feel lonely amid the bustle of the city that there is someone watching over them like Venus lingering in the dawn sky, are deeply moving.
The song was released in November 2017 as her seventh single and was chosen as the theme song for the popular TV Asahi drama ‘Kasōken no Onna’ (Women of the Crime Lab).
If you listen to it during a lonely, anxious night, it just might soothe your heart.
Masterpieces Singing of Goddesses: A Comprehensive Showcase from Showa-Era Songs to the Latest Hit Tracks (11–20)
goddessPorukadotto Sutingurei
This is a work by the rock band Polkadot Stingray, known for their sharp guitar and exhilarating, fast-paced rhythms.
The raw emotions of the ordinary-protagonist narrator—admiration intertwined with jealousy and impatience—are sung over a serious, speedy sound.
The song was written as the theme for the drama “Left-Handed Ellen” and released in November 2019, marking the second anniversary of the band’s major-label debut.
It is also included on the mini-album “Shinseiki” (New Century).
Goddess of the soulFuyutsuki Miina
Miina Fuyutsuki is a singer whose powerful yet translucent voice, honed through choral training, is truly captivating.
This work portrays a benevolent goddess who gently stays beside a soul on the verge of losing hope in the dark.
The song, which drew attention through nationwide USEN broadcasting and its music video airing on the TV Tokyo network, was released in January 2024.
Its majestic melodies—hallmarks of classical crossover—and Fuyutsuki’s mystical vocals weave an overwhelming harmony.
It’s a track full of tenderness and strength, perfect for nights when your heart feels weary or when you need the courage to face tomorrow.
MuseYoshizawa Kayoko
Singer-songwriter Kayoko Yoshizawa captivates many listeners with her literary lyrics and distinctive worldview.
Released in June 2018 as her third single, this work also drew attention for bringing in Koichi Tsutaya as producer.
It’s a powerful anthem for those who fight on, teaching us not to deny the wounds we receive in life, but rather that even their scars can scatter light and become brilliance.
Its warm perspective—like praising a dear friend who’s earnestly giving their all—resonates in the heart.
If you’re striving toward something, it will surely give you a gentle push forward.
AphroditeYamazaki Masayoshi
A song by Masayoshi Yamazaki that sings of an exceptionally passionate goddess of summer.
It portrays an adult love story in which the beloved is perceived as the very goddess of beauty and love, and the protagonist is captivated by her dazzling allure.
The Latin-flavored sound, distinctly different from his conventional folk-tinged image, evokes the hero’s burning feelings of love.
Released in August 2012 as his 29th single, the track was also included on the following year’s album, FLOWERS.
Notably, on the release day he held an in-store live performance in Daikanyama—the first in 15 years.
It’s a number you’ll want to play when you want to lift your spirits while feeling the heat of summer.