Toshinobu Kubota’s iconic and popular songs
Let me introduce some songs by singer-songwriter Toshinobu Kubota, also known as the King of J-Soul.
Kubota has captivated many fans with R&B- and soul-based tracks such as “LA・LA・LA LOVE SONG” and “You were mine.” While his remarkable vocal ability is a major draw, his career in the music industry began when he signed with Kitty Music as a music producer, and even at a young age he was writing songs for multiple well-known artists.
Now, please enjoy the music of Toshinobu Kubota, who helped raise the profile of Black music in Japan.
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Toshinobu Kubota’s Best and Most Popular Songs (1–10)
sound of rainKubota Toshinobu
Released on November 1, 1991.
It was the Camelia Diamond commercial song.
With its mature vibe, just listening to it brings rainy scenes to mind.
Around that time, quite a few rain-themed songs sold well, but this one didn’t do as well—its peak position was 34th, with sales of 39,000 copies.
Candy RainKubota Toshinobu
A mellow and sweet sound that feels so good—this is a pop-sensibility-filled R&B number from Toshinobu Kubota.
Released in November 2001 as his 26th single, the song was written specifically as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Wednesday Affairs.” At first listen it comes across as a smooth, sugary love song, but beneath the surface lies the bittersweet taste of romance and a touch of poignant melancholy; the more you listen, the deeper it draws you in.
That blend of NYC-honed groove and Japanese lyrics just makes you nod and think, “This is quintessential Kubota!” It’s the perfect piece for a night when you want to soak in a slightly grown-up mood.
Boogie RideKubota Toshinobu
It’s a refreshing funk number that feels like you’re sprinting under an endlessly wide blue sky.
Toshinobu Kubota created it with a positive message: “Let’s live gently in a new era.” It has a powerful energy that blows away the stifling mood of everyday life and frees your heart.
The song was released in October 2020.
It was also featured in a Suzuki Escudo commercial, with Kubota himself appearing—a memorable touch.
It’s the perfect track for switching gears or for a weekend drive.
Let the comfortable beat carry you, and you’ll find yourself feeling optimistic, as if your worries never existed.
Toshinobu Kubota’s Best and Popular Songs (11–20)
Sky PoemKubota Toshinobu
Released in October 2020, at a time when the world was gripped by deep anxiety, this ballad was unveiled like a prayer.
Woven from words Toshinobu Kubota jotted down during his time in self-isolation, the piece conveys heartfelt gratitude to those working tirelessly on the medical frontlines and a wish for a peaceful future.
His warm yet lustrous vocals deliver that earnest message straight to the heart.
Released alongside “Boogie Ride,” the song reportedly made his chest feel warmer the more he sang it in the recording studio.
Even amid harsh realities, when you’re doing your best for someone else, this song is sure to stay close to your heart.
FLYING EASY LOVING CRAZYKubota Toshinobu feat. MISIA
It’s a truly dreamlike duet featuring two leading singers who drive Japan’s music scene.
Toshinobu Kubota’s breezy groove blends perfectly with MISIA’s endlessly soaring vocals! The exhilaration born from their back-and-forth vocals feels liberating just to listen to.
The song celebrates a grand, positive love, like lovers sprouting wings and freely dancing across the sky.
Released as a single in March 2008, it was later included on the album “Timeless Fly.” It was also used as the image song for Cirque du Soleil’s “DAIHATSU DRALION,” and its worldview really strikes a chord.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to forget your worries and feel refreshed.
You were mineKubota Toshinobu
This is the fifth single, released in 1991.
It’s a track that mixes a funky vibe with the flavor of Japan’s Showa era.
Toshinobu Kubota’s high vocal range makes the song’s dynamism feel approachable.
It has a vibe that would make a night drive on the highway feel special.
Cannot put it into wordsKubota Toshinobu
This is a song that gained popularity as the ending theme of the Kadokawa-distributed film “In the City of Dawn.” In the movie, only part of it was released, but now a full-length version is available.
Centered on the theme of an unattainable love, its poignant and sophisticated lyrics resonate deeply, seeping into a heart made fragile by unrequited feelings.