A popular male singer-songwriter in Japanese music

Singer-songwriters who write lyrics and compose their own music are especially rare and valuable artists among musicians of all kinds.

I imagine there are people who follow music focusing only on songs by singer-songwriters.

So, this time, we’ll introduce popular male singer-songwriters in Japanese music.

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A popular male singer-songwriter in Japanese music
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	spring rainMurashita Kōzō		Kozo Murashita: a gentle singing voice and lyrics that resonate with the heart
2	Goodbye ElegyIshizaki Hyuui		Huwie Ishizaki, a singer who captivates with vocal nuances
3	From hunting to rice cultivationrekishi		Touching the allure of pottery and an interest in history
4	Winter BeatBikkeburanka		A singer-songwriter who captivates with a unique musical style
5	MAGICŌhashi Torio		Jazz pianist Ohashi Trio, distinctive sound
6	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		Elekashi’s big hit song, a TV drama theme song
7	Life is wonderfulRickie-G		Reggae-style artist Rickie-G
8	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s theme song for “Coach” is a big hit.
9	Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo		Shogo Hamada’s classic song became a huge hit thanks to a TV drama.
10	My true feelingsTakahashi Yuu		Yu Takahashi, a singer from Akita, whose representative song is 'Honto no Kimochi' (True Feelings).
11	Something CertainOda Kazumasa		The appeal of Kazumasa Oda, a leading figure in the Japanese music scene
12	two twenty-eightH!de		The captivating music of the handsome H!dE
13	I came here by bike.SLOTH		A rare song that depicts memories of youth
14	Kinta’s Great AdventureTsuboi Norio		Dirty joke songs are hugely popular, even in karaoke
15	Over JeansKyarameru Pakkingu		Music by an unlikely pair—their contrasting styles are the charm
16	Pelliculefukashigi/wonderboy		A genius’s signature song, a legacy left mid-dream
17	I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki		A classic song that refreshingly sings of lingering feelings of love
18	I’ll walk home.Saitō Kazuyoshi		Kazuyoshi Saito’s popular song, the theme of Ponkikies
19	DOKOKEN-U		A melancholy highway driving song
20	HOMEShimizu Shota		A multitalented Japanese R&B singer-songwriter
21	Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio		The 'Wingroad' commercial song is a hit.
22	NIGHT DANCERimase		The rise of imase and his musical appeal
23	Bunny GirlAKASAKI		High school singer AKASAKI from Aichi
24	We againSG		A Korean-Japanese mixed SG is taking the music scene by storm.
25	Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy		Vaundy’s unique music and multifaceted talent
26	L’oNŌishi Masayoshi		A talented singer-songwriter active in anime music
27	over the topMiyamoto Hiroji		The passionate singing voice of Hiroji Miyamoto from Elephant Kashimashi
28	Recipe for HappinessHirai Dai		Hirai Dai is popular for music that evokes the ocean.
29	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu captivates with diverse musicality.
30	UN-APEXTK		A musician who captivates with an original sound
31	In that caseHattori		Macaroni Enpitsu led by Hattori
32	Bloody LiarTanabe Shunichi		BLUE ENCOUNT that shakes the heart with scorching rock
33	ADVISEARARE		A nostalgic and wistful anthem for adults
34	Drink, drink, paradiseCHOP STICK		The charming song by the singer in yellow clothes
35	Because I’ll be yours aloneGACKT		Anime OP theme, GACKT’s ballad song
36	MY DREAMHISATOMI		Captivating many artists with HISATOMI’s alluring voice
37	contrarianJ-REXXX feat. RAM HEAD, APOLLO, Kotobuki-kun, THUNDER, TRIGGER, TOP RUNNER		An irresistibly addictive, top-tier musical work
38	FUTURE LIGHTS feat.SNEEEZEK-MASSIVE×BERABOW		Moved by their positivity and pursuit of their dreams.
39	AgressibuKREVA		A heartwarming song, KREVA’s first TV tie-in track
40	O days and lights of this lifeMEGAHORN		MEGAHORN’s classic song that moves hearts at weddings
41	MEMoRIES feat. MoNaMr. Low-D		A love song that resonates with the heart of a hip-hop artist
42	Natural Radio Station / Tonkotsu Barikata feat. FREAKNatural Radio Station		From Hakata! A reggae dance song that captivates in dialect
43	iLifeRAY		Beliefs and musicality as an artist
44	Head Over Heels feat. Sho-gen, AYA a.k.a. PANDASHAPE		A sweet, captivating song by a male idol
45	Top a TopTACH-B		A prodigy from Nagano, a next-generation rub-a-dub talent
46	DEARTAK-Z & 446		The reggae singer’s heartfelt final song
47	Baby, I love youTEE		Singer-songwriter TEE with a background in boxing
48	The Plush Toy SongVOG		Be enchanted by the gentle melody and cute lyrics.
49	TURTRE TALKYOU-KID		Songs from Mouse Park are popular in the Shibuya hip-hop scene.
50	FURUSATOYOUR FRIENDS		A Niigata-born unit creating warm, heartfelt songs
51	acornchoco		CHO-CO’s songs that resonate with working adults’ hearts
52	My good friendKamayatsu Hiroshi		Hiroshi Kamayatsu, a revolution in music
53	B.LEAGUE Nishinomiya Storks Official Theme SongSākasu Fōkasu		Overwhelming performance and captivating music
54	19 years oldSuga Shikao		The opening theme song of the anime “xxxHOLiC”
55	Morning starTōtasu Matsumoto		The single “Let’s Sing!” is creating a buzz.
56	for YOU。haji→		Hajime, a singer from Sendai, had a hit with "for YOU."
57	Cry & FightMiura Daichi		Daichi Miura’s signature song, the pinnacle of entertainment
58	grandmaShimaji Isamu		A song in dialect by someone from Miyakojima for their grandmother
59	LA LA LA Love SongKubota Toshinobu		A classic hit song that became a major success as a TV drama theme song
60	dear grandmaKyūshūdan		A Nagasaki native who sings about his love for his grandmother in reggae
61	Riverside HotelInoue Yosui		Yosui Inoue’s classic song was “noticed in New York.”
62	The Bridge of PromiseSano Motoharu		Motoharu Sano’s smash hit song “A Promise at Twenty”
63	skysamurai		The appeal lies in the powerful singing voice and the unexpectedly cute charm.
64	Because it’s with youKenta Kota		Kenta Kouta, a twin duo who love music
65	Lesson 1Kagawa Ryo		Cool-headed advice that prioritizes living
66	Super☆Dynamic!Yoshii Kazuya		Kazuyoshi Yoshi, transcending eras through music
67	MonicaYoshikawa Koji		Kōji Kikkawa’s debut single and acting career
68	Run toward tomorrowyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida: a powerful work rising from adversity
69	BABY DON’T CRY〜memory〜 feat. CHEHONKARASAWA Yūya		A bittersweet love song by a Shibuya-kei artist
70	Parody Song Mega MedleyKamon Tatsuo		A singer famous for parody-song medleys
71	If I do itKotobukikun		a singer who influences the reggae scene
72	LovelyOzawa Kenji		Kenji Ozawa's single 'Rakka Onna' is popular.
73	Someday SmileOzaki Hiroya		Yutaka Ozaki’s son, Yuya, is making waves in the music world.
74	I am here.Yamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki, theme song for the 3rd-ranked “Kiseki no Hito”
75	A YELL for youYamane Yasuhiro		A heartwarming classic that sings of mutual, supportive love
76	Family compositionOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s indie track makes a big impact
77	Close your eyesHirai Ken		A movie theme song sung by Sakurako Ohara
78	CHA-LA-HEAD-CHA-LAKageyama Hironobu		The famous Dragon Ball Z song, CHA-LA
79	Strange WorldImawano Kiyoshirō		A song that conveys an earnest longing for peace.
80	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		A famous song by Chiharu Matsuyama that sings of Hokkaido
81	White LoversKuwata Keisuke		KuWata’s Christmas song captivates, accompanied by his wife
82	A small love at twilightMoriyama Naotaro		One of Naotaro Moriyama’s signature songs, with an evocative twilight scene
83	BirthdayKawamura Ryuuichi		Ryuichi Kawamura’s adult birthday song
84	MessageFukuyama Masaharu		A Fukuyama song that became a big hit as a movie theme song
85	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata’s theme song for the Doraemon movie is a big hit.
86	YELLOWInaba Hiroshi		Koshi Inaba of B’z’s single released for a commercial (CM)
87	TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya		Theme song of Asunaro Hakusho, a smash hit
88	Love will winKAN		KAN's big hit song, an insert song for Bon-chan's TV show.
89	GONGNEO HERO		A song that encourages people with an ear-pleasing voice
90	Isn’t it nice?tanaken		Get captivated by Tanaken's charm
91	Lifetime RespectMiki Dōsan		It became a big hit and gained popularity as a classic reggae song.
92	Flower ~A Flower for Everyone’s Heart~Kina Shoukichi		Infusing Okinawa’s spirit, bringing peace to the world through music
93	High-Pressure GirlYamashita Tatsuro		Introduction to the hit song "Christmas Eve" by Tatsuro Yamashita
94	Someday…Shunsuke Kiyokiba		Shunsuke Kiyokiba’s solo song, a drama theme song, reached No. 3 on the charts.
95	By the time of the Christmas carolsInagaki Junichi		Christmas carol becomes a smash hit
96	dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s smash hit “Tonbo,” depicting the struggles of those who move to Tokyo
97	DREAMIN LIGHTNINJA MOB		The track and vocals are captivating.
98	scarecrowsadamasashi		Masashi Sada, a multi-talented musician and author
99	Riding on the windbanba hirofumi		The theme song of Sanchika, the underground shopping street in Kobe
100	Pen-Pineapple-Apple-PenPikotarō		Piko Taro’s PPAP: online video goes viral
101	Family SongHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s 10th single: feelings for his family
102	cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo		Kyogo Kawaguchi’s signature song, a classic among sakura-themed tracks.
103	Up↑ and down↓Sho		Sho-sama, an artist with refreshing and captivating lyrics
104	And I Love You SoAK-69		AK-69 is a hip-hop rapper.