[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 (41–50)
The Promised MoonIshikawa Sayuri
Sayuri Ishikawa became one of the most iconic female enka singers, with massive hits like “Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyu-gensou” (1977) and “Amagi-goe” (1986).
“Yakusoku no Tsuki” is a track that showcases her irresistibly Japanese lyrical expressiveness.
Its poignant melody and her superb vocal technique further bring out the song’s appeal—another highlight to note.
If you have the time, try listening to it with your eyes closed and savor its profound world.
[Moon Songs Special] Classic tracks about the moon: songs to hear under the full moon and moonlight (51–60)
Dog and MoonBONNIE PINK
This is a song bursting with the kind of poppiness that’s quintessentially BONNIE PINK.
The title “The Dog and the Moon” is striking, and the “moon” portrayed here can be interpreted in several ways.
The arrangement builds gradually toward the chorus, seemingly expressing a shift in mood from negative to positive.
The Far Side of the MoonSaitō Kazuyoshi
Singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito’s “The Far Side of the Moon.” A ballad that begins quietly with piano and vocals, its gentle singing voice seeming to seep softly into the heart.
Then, in a complete turn, it grows gradually more dramatic toward the chorus, and with powerful strings, it suddenly plunges into another world—a mysterious song indeed.
It’s as if you’re flying to the far side of the moon.
TSUKIAmuro Namie
This is Namie Amuro’s 41st single.
It’s the theme song for the film “I Just Wanna Hug You: A True Story.” Using the moon as a motif, it sings of a maiden’s delicate feelings about a love that has ended.
I feel that when men use the moon as a motif, the songs often turn out sad, but when women sing about the moon, even songs about heartbreak can feel more embracing—and this track made me realize that.
The music video also features snow, giving it a very dreamlike quality.
Hold the moonFTISLAND
“Hold the moon,” included on FTISLAND’s album PLANET BONDS, features a sparkling, gentle melody that feels like watching a planetarium and lets you sense the warm light of the moon.
The lyrics, which convey the desire to embrace you and protect you with a vast, all-encompassing love—as if cradling the moon—are wonderfully romantic! If someone whispered such beautiful words of love on a lovely night with the moon shining, you’d definitely get serious butterflies.
Highly recommended for those who want to feel their heart flutter while gazing at the moon.
Blue Moon StoneChekkāzu
This is a single released by The Checkers before they announced their breakup, which, though regrettable, eventually came to pass.
The contrast between the floating, airy sound and the calmly flowing melody, and the positive lyrics that convey a resolve to move on to the next step, makes for a deeply moving song.
The Fourteenth MoonArai Yumi (Matsutoya Yumi)
It’s a track included on Yumi’s fourth album.
When we think of the moon, a full moon usually comes to mind first, but these unusual lyrics are inspired by the 14th-day moon—the day before the full moon.
It has a rock feel and is a staple at live shows.
The rock band Spitz has also covered it.