[2026] A roundup of famous and popular songs produced by Yasutaka Nakata

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

Yasutaka Nakata is a genius producer who has brought artists like Perfume and Kyary Pamyu Pamyu into the world, and is frequently cited as an influence by artists not only in Japan but around the globe.

Nakata, who displayed precocious talent—such as winning an award at a Yamaha contest at the young age of 16 with an original song he submitted—may still be known to some people only through tracks by Perfume or Kyary Pamyu Pamyu.

For those people, we’ve researched a wide range of songs Nakata has worked on and compiled a selection of masterpieces that lets you enjoy the world of Yasutaka Nakata, from his solo releases to songs he provided for other artists.

[2026] A Compilation of Masterpieces and Popular Songs Produced by Yasutaka Nakata (31–40)

Magic of LovePerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume「Magic of Love」

Magic of LovePerfume

This number, which brings its girly charm to the forefront, is the commercial song for Kanro Pure Gummy.

It features a catchy melody that evokes a sweet-and-sour feeling and portrays a down-to-earth girl dreaming of her ideal romance, with a cute dance showcased in the music video as well.

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TOKYO GIRLPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「TOKYO GIRL」

TOKYO GIRLPerfume

Written as the theme song for the drama Tokyo Tarareba Musume, this track is characterized by a stark contrast in intensity between the verses and the chorus.

The music video features a friendly cameo by Yuriko Yoshitaka, the drama’s lead.

It’s a number that combines a positive vibe that feels like a push on the back.

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Pick Me UpPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「Pick Me Up」

Pick Me UpPerfume

Released as a double A-side with “Rilax In The CIty,” this song is a collaboration with Isetan Shinjuku.

The music video was produced with the themes of “the gravitational pull of shopping” and “the mysteries of Shinjuku (SF),” beginning with a scene in which Perfume is drawn into Isetan Shinjuku.

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Spring of LifePerfume

Perfume Spring of Life PV HD

Spring of LifePerfume

This track, released as their first single after moving to Universal J, was used as a commercial song for Kirin Chu-Hi Hyoketsu, just like ‘Laser Beam.’ Its exhilarating, effervescent melody seems to continue evoking the image of Hyoketsu.

The upbeat vibe makes it a perfect number for spring.

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STAR TRAINPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「STAR TRAIN」

STAR TRAINPerfume

This song, which serves as the theme for Perfume’s own documentary film “WE ARE Perfume -WORLD TOUR 3rd DOCUMENT,” condenses their 15-year history into a single track fitting for a milestone year, imbued with a strong determination to step onto a new stage.

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[2026] A roundup of famous and popular songs produced by Yasutaka Nakata (41–50)

HeyPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume “Nee”

HeyPerfume

Like “Natural ni Koishite,” it was a commercial tie-in song for NATURAL BEAUTY BASIC, and the music video is connected to the previous work.

Among Perfume’s songs, both the tone and the lyrics are relatively happy, which is a distinctive feature.

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Sumikko DiscoPerfume

Tapyume “Sumikko Disco”

Sumikko DiscoPerfume

This is the third installment in a series of charming disco tunes from the technopop unit Perfume.

Written specifically as the theme song for the film “Sumikkogurashi: The Mysterious Child of the Patchwork Factory,” it was released digitally in November 2023.

The lyric “Even when you’re alone, we’re always right here by your side” leaves a strong impression, conveying a message that gently supports those who feel lonely.

Perfume’s uniquely mysterious yet warm musical world pairs perfectly with the animation’s cuteness, drawing listeners into a dreamy space.

You may find the song even more captivating when you listen to it after watching the movie.

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