[Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.
As exemplified by Princess Kaguya, the moon has captivated countless people since ancient times as a symbol of mystery alongside the sun.
Not only full moons and crescents, but also rare events like lunar eclipses and supermoons are widely cherished.
Here, we introduce a variety of classic songs related to the moon.
From karaoke staples and moon-themed songs by popular artists to hidden gems that aren’t widely known, we’ve picked a range for anyone who wants to discover “all kinds of moon songs.” Be sure to check them out.
You’re sure to encounter beautiful, captivating pieces that will steal your heart.
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[Moon Songs Feature] Classic songs about the moon: tracks to enjoy under a full moon or moonlight (81–90)
Rain Falling on the MoonTHE BOOM
THE BOOM, who unfortunately disbanded in 2014, released their 20th single in 1999: “Tsuki ni Furu Ame” (Rain Falling on the Moon).
Songs about the moon tend to be mellow and mature, and this one is no exception.
Even the title evokes a moody atmosphere.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to softly on a rainy night while searching for the moon.
Full Moon NightNaoto Intiraymi
Naoto Inti Raymi’s 22nd single, “Mangetsu no Yoru,” released in 2019.
Songs about the moon are often gentle, mellow ballads, and at first you might think this one is a tender love song too—but it turns out to be a heartrending, sorrowful track.
It sings of a heart overflowing with love—how, thanks to a precious person, the singer came to know so many things—but that person is no longer here.
Their absence brings a flood of these feelings, making it a song that conveys a poignant, frustrating sense of longing.
Go beyond the moonOkuda Tamio
It’s a 1970s-style rock track with a heavy, bottom-end sound characteristic of Tamio Okuda.
While it may seem understated, it has a melody line that evokes a sense of melancholy, and the more you listen, the more its appeal comes through.
The “moon” is sung as a distant ideal to strive toward.
soft moonYamazaki Masayoshi
Masayoshi Yamazaki’s “Yawarakai Tsuki” (Soft Moon) is a ballad whose Japanese-style wistful chord progression is both heartrending and comforting.
From the intro’s beautifully resonant harmonics into delicate arpeggios, the rich strings add depth to the piece.
A “soft moon” swaying gently on the water’s surface, and a tiny boat carrying the past… It’s a masterpiece whose sound and lyrics stir the emotions and make the heart tremble.
HONEY&MOONHirai Dai
It begins with a beautiful chorus and unfolds into a reggae-style number that evokes love and peace.
The word “HONEYMOON” carries romantic meanings like a honeymoon or a blissful period.
True to its title, the song is filled with the sweet, tender feelings and atmosphere of lovers.
The lyrics even feature a rabbit associated with the moon, adding an extra touch of charm.
It’s a love song that seems to deepen love and bonds when listened to with your partner while gazing at the clear starry sky or the moon.
Tears of the MoonYaita Hitomi
A song included as the third track on Hitomi Yaida’s double A-side single.
This lesser-known track is a power ballad with a beautiful melody.
It’s a straightforward breakup song, so many listeners will likely relate to it.
Although the title is “Tsuki no Namida” (Tears of the Moon), the word “moon” never appears in the lyrics.
It seems to serve as a symbolic term expressing the singer’s negative emotions.
[Moon Songs Special] Classic songs about the moon: Tracks to enjoy under the full moon or moonlight (91–100)
Feel So MoonUNICORN
The anime Space Brothers’ theme song, “Feel So Moon,” is Unicorn’s first tie-in with an anime.
It kicks off with a brisk, exhilarating rock sound that feels great, and then the chorus opens up into a spacious sound that evokes zero gravity.
It’s like blasting off with momentum and then settling into orbit in outer space.
A truly stellar, space-infused masterpiece.