Masterpieces you’ll want to play on the harmonica. Popular songs that look cool if you can play them.
The harmonica is one of the classic instruments you’ll find at school.
Many of you have probably played it in music class, right?
Because it’s a simple instrument that produces sound just by blowing, even small children can play it easily—that’s the nice part.
This time, we’re introducing famous songs you’ll want to try playing on the harmonica at least once.
We’ve gathered a genre-spanning selection, from long-loved Japanese and Western songs to recent popular J-pop.
If you’re thinking, “I want to play popular songs on the harmonica,” or “I want to perform the harmonica in front of people,” be sure to use this as a reference!
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Famous songs you’ll want to play on the harmonica. Popular tracks that look cool if you can play them (51–60)
If I could become a constellationkessoku bando
It’s an impressive melody that sings of the protagonist’s feelings as they gaze up at the night sky.
Performed by Kessoku Band, it was used as an in-anime song in the TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!”.
Released in December 2022, it captured the hearts of anime fans.
The lyrics depict a lonely protagonist who grows as they meet companions and form a band.
Like stars in the night sky, each shining with their own individuality to form a single constellation, it seems to express the band’s bond.
Its fresh, pop sound makes it perfect for harmonica as well.
It might even be a great BGM choice when practicing harmonica with friends.
EdelweissRichādo Rojāsu
This song was composed by Richard Rodgers and lyrics were written by Oscar Hammerstein II as an insert song for the worldwide hit musical The Sound of Music.
Praising Austria by likening it to a white flower, the song became known in Japan through a Japanese translation by Hiroo Sakata, which was included in music textbooks.
Its simple yet beautiful triple-time melody suits the harmonica very well.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
Let’s play a powerful anime song on the harmonica in a cool way! It’s a signature track by LiSA, the rock heroine of the anime music world, released as her 15th single in 2019.
After being chosen as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, it became a huge hit.
The lyrics reflect the story of Demon Slayer, and combined with LiSA’s straightforward vocals, it’s incredibly fiery.
The key will likely be how to express the song’s momentum on the harmonica.
hometownSakkyoku: Okano Teiichi
This song, released in 1914 as an elementary school song, features lyrics by Tatsuyuki Takano and music by Teiichi Okano.
It portrays the scenery of one’s hometown, with moving lyrics about fulfilling one’s dreams and someday returning to that wonderful home.
With its beautiful melody, it is beloved by people of all ages.
Filled with nostalgia, the song pairs perfectly with the harmonica’s wistful tone, and is sure to move listeners to tears.
Famous songs you’ll want to play on the harmonica: Popular tracks that look cool if you can play them (61–70)
Song of the Four SeasonsAraki Toyohisa
It is said that the song, by the lyricist Toyohisa Araki—who is famous as a songwriter—was composed when he was a university student after he broke a bone while skiing.
He wrote it inspired by the view from the hospital window and gave it as a gift to a nurse.
Because his condition was serious, he ended up watching the scenery change over the course of a year.
Born from that experience, it can be considered the first work of a great lyricist.
Spread by word of mouth among nurses, the song gained attention in 1976 thanks to radio, and many singers went on to record it.
Its melancholy yet beautiful melody pairs wonderfully with the sound of the harmonica.
In conclusion
Even familiar masterpieces take on a completely different atmosphere with the sound of the harmonica.
Because you can practice and perform on your own, the harmonica is also great as a hobby for adults! Practice when you have time, and be sure to show off your skills in front of your family and friends.