[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 (31–40)
MoonELLEGARDEN
A song with a poignant atmosphere that makes you want to look up at the night sky.
Released by ELLEGARDEN in April 2002, this piece portrays the feeling of facing oneself in silence.
Takeshi Hosomi’s distinctive vocals and the pleasant melody are striking.
It’s as if it expresses time spent quietly under the moonlight, away from the noise of everyday life.
Included on the album “BRING YOUR BOARD!!,” it’s a track that encapsulates the band’s appeal.
It’s perfect for nighttime walks or spending time alone.
If you’re looking to calm your mind, this song is just right—give it a listen.
The moon at the zenithHitoto Yo
With the explosive hit of “Morainaki” (“Sympathy Tears”), Yo Hitoto quickly joined the ranks of popular artists.
This song also serves as the title track of her first album.
With its exotic melody, uniquely expressive lyrics, complex rhythms and key changes, it’s a beautifully distinctive song that feels like watching a drama.
crescent moonDREAMS COME TRUE
Since this song was used as an insert track in the hugely popular drama “Kyumei Byoto 24 Ji” (Emergency Room 24 Hours), many of you might find it familiar.
It has a gentle, subdued feel, and as you listen, it evokes the image of a thin—very thin—crescent moon, conveying a fragility that seems as if it could snap at any moment.
It’s a song about the moon that you listen to while thinking of someone, and it leaves you with a bittersweet feeling.
MoonKuwata Keisuke
Released in 1994, Tsuki (Moon) is Keisuke Kuwata’s fourth single under his solo name.
Unlike his band work, his solo material is acoustic, and its lyrics carry a literary darkness.
The piece strongly reflects the influence of his mother, who passed away during its production.
Wish upon the moonZARD
This song exudes a romantic atmosphere, quietly reflecting on scenes and memories of love associated with moonlit nights.
It was included on the 2005 album “Kimi to no Distance.” The waltz-like 3/4 rhythm is striking, and the gently pulsing sound conveys a warm ambiance.
Throughout, it portrays memories of a love that cannot be revived, expressing a blend of tenderness and heartbreak in a complex emotional tapestry.
It’s a piece that evokes the image of someone lost in thought on a quiet moonlit night.
[Moon Songs Feature] Classic songs about the moon. Tracks to enjoy under a full moon or moonlight (41–50)
Moonlight Shadow ~ Howl at the MoonNakamori Akina
“MOONLIGHT SHADOW – Howl at the Moon” was released in 1996 as Akina Nakamori’s 33rd single.
The album “SHAKER,” released the following year, includes an album version that differs from the single.
Toshihiko Takamizawa of THE ALFEE wrote the lyrics, with Tetsuya Komuro brought on for composition and arrangement.
The lyrics, which sing of the loneliness and emptiness felt on a full-moon night, perfectly match Akina’s mature aura.
Evening of the full moonSoul Flower Union
Originally co-written by Hiroshi Yamaguchi of HEATWAVE and Atsushi Nakagawa of Soul Flower Union, this song portrays people striving to look forward as they work toward recovery from the Great Hanshin Earthquake.
The full moon that shone on the day of the quake is sung about as a symbol of the disaster.
The song continued to be performed at consolation concerts in evacuation shelters.