Overwhelmed by the lyrical world! Shiina Ringo’s masterpiece
Since her debut in 1998, Ringo Sheena has continuously captivated the public with her unique worldview, surprising audiences time and again—even through hiatuses and band activities.
Here, we’ve tightly compiled all of her signature and hit songs without leaving anything out.
Her lyrics sometimes include unfamiliar Japanese, but looking those up is part of the fun.
Also note how stylishly she honors Japanese culture.
If you haven’t listened much before, by all means dive into the world of Ringo—you’ll be hooked!
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Overwhelmed by the lyrical world! Shiina Ringo’s masterpieces (21–30)
Gods and BuddhasShiina Ringo
The CM song for au’s smartphone “isai vivid.” Its theme is that what’s truly frightening isn’t yokai or ghosts, but human beings steeped in desire.
The lyrics even include phrases like “all things are impermanent” and “Namu Amida Butsu.” It’s thanks to Ringo Sheena’s skill that it comes off rich in irony rather than preachy.
A curious track that makes liberal use of traditional Japanese instruments such as the shakuhachi.
Chicken, Snake, and PigShiina Ringo
A mysterious song entirely in English.
It starts with chant-like music, so listening to it alone is incredibly scary.
The chicken, snake, and pig represent the three defilements that poison the human heart.
Reading the lyrics translated into Japanese is a bit reassuring, since they’re like a pep talk saying, “It’s not wrong to be steeped in worldly desires—forge ahead as you believe.” It’s a track that showcases just how astonishingly capable the artist Ringo is.
in broad daylightShiina Ringo
This song was specially written as the theme for the film “About a Certain Place in the Kinki Region.” It was released as a double A-side single in August 2025.
Regarding this work, Sheena Ringo herself said, “Horror is my forte,” and the imposing band sound, featuring a stellar lineup including Shun Ishiwaka, harmonizes perfectly with the film’s horror elements.
When the hidden truth is revealed, please immerse yourself in the earnest emotions that well up within.
a confident triumphant returnShiina Ringo, Daoko
It’s an irresistibly bright track that lifts the listener’s spirits, as if celebrating a grand festival.
Featuring Daoko as a guest, this piece is included on Ringo Sheena’s first original album in about five years, Hojou-e, released in May 2024.
Sheena’s signature jazz-tinged, dazzling sound layers with Daoko’s poised vocals to create a striking contrast.
It’s the kind of song that can fill you with pride when you’ve achieved a major goal or want to rally yourself.
As a humanShiina Ringo
Sheena Ringo’s music has a uniquely distinctive worldview.
This latest song is a tour de force written specifically as the theme for the drama “Destiny.” Centered on the theme of justice, it delves deeply into human complexity.
The arrangement incorporates elements of jazz-pop, and the way Ringo’s vocals intertwine with it is breathtaking.
Released in April 2024, the track unfolds a worldview perfectly suited to the drama’s suspenseful love story.
It’s a song that will surely support you when you face weakness and loneliness.
Be sure to check out the music video directed by Yuichi Kodama as well.
First KO victoryshiina ringo, nocchi
A track that portrays the protagonist’s frustration at not yet being able to unleash their overflowing potential, along with a burning desire to break through the status quo.
Its energetic sound sets your heart ablaze.
The song is included on Ringo Sheena’s album Hōjōe, released in May 2024, and features Perfume’s Nocchi as a guest vocalist.
It’s also memorable for the story that it came about after years of persistent invitations from Sheena.
When you want to change your circumstances or steel yourself before a new challenge, listening to this will give you a powerful push.
It might just be the spark that lets you release the “real you” you’ve been holding inside.
Romance and the AbacusShiina Ringo, Utada Hikaru
This song by Ringo Sheena and Hikaru Utada portrays the nobility of staying true to one’s convictions amid the gap between ideals and reality.
Its lyrics, which express the loneliness and inner conflict known only to those who strive for artistic heights through the words “romance” symbolizing passion and “abacus” signifying practicality, resonate deeply.
The track was included on the best-of album Newton no Ringo: Hajimete no Best Ban, released in November 2019.
The philosophical worldview woven by these two genius artists carries an unwavering sense of conviction.