A masterpiece that sings of wonder. Recommended popular songs.
This is a song list collecting tracks that feature the word “Wonder” in the title or incorporate wonder as a theme.
Why not listen and compare how each artist expresses what they find wondrous in their lyrics?
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A mysterious relationshipTHE ALFEE
Included on the 1983 album “ALFEE.” A three-member rock band formed in Tokyo in 1973.
A beautiful track featuring Takamizawa’s high-tone vocals and well-balanced harmonies, set to a mellow, wistful melody reminiscent of kayōkyoku and a mid-tempo, moody atmosphere.
Mysterious PowerTHE BOOM
Included on the 1989 album “A PEACETIME BOOM.” A four-piece rock band from Yamanashi Prefecture formed in 1986.
Riding on a guitar sound with a rootsy American rock vibe and drums that lay down a simple beat, Miyazawa’s powerful vocals are truly energizing.
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Included on the 2015 mini-album “Marnie’s Secret.” A four-piece rock band from Kanagawa Prefecture that debuted in 2012.
The driving drum rhythms and noisy, hard-edged guitar sound are contrasted by soft, sweet vocals that bring everything together into a pop world.
A track brimming with originality.
WONDER WORLDmonobright
Included on the 2011 album “ACME.” A three-piece band from Hokkaido formed in 2004.
After appearing in this song’s music video, Yuzuki Aikawa began using it as her entrance theme when appearing as Yuzupon Mask.
It delivers a truly simple, solid rock sound.
DAYDREAM WONDERthe pillows
Included on the 1995 album LIVING FIELD.
A three-piece rock band formed in 1989.
The band’s name was taken from the omnibus album Pillows & Prayers.
They use the Japanese translation of their name, “makura” (pillow), as a word symbolizing the band, and they also incorporate the number “916,” representing their formation date, into designs for merchandise and other items.
wonder boythe★tambourines
Included on the 2003 album “dizzy season.” Ending theme for the Nippon TV show “BAN!BOO! Pine!!”.
A four-piece rock band that debuted in 2001.
The upbeat, catchy rhythm and light guitar sound pair well with the vocalist’s soaring delivery, making the song easy to listen to.
A masterpiece that sings of wonder. Recommended popular songs (21–30)
WonderlandKuraki Mai
Included on the 2002 album FAIRY TALE.
This is a song where the lyrics were completed before the music.
The White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland appears in the lyrics.
It’s a danceable pop number, and listening to her emotionally rich vocals riding the brisk rhythm makes you want to move with the beat.