[Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.
The unique atmosphere of nighttime—something you don’t get in the morning or afternoon—somehow evokes a touch of wistfulness and loneliness, doesn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce classic and popular songs themed around “night,” perfect for those hours.
We’ve gathered tracks ideal for quiet nights, such as “songs you want to listen to alone at night” and “songs that evoke beautiful nighttime scenery.”
If you’re looking for music that matches night views for an evening walk, drive, or run, be sure to check these out.
From ballads that suit a relaxed night to dance tunes that make you want to move, we’ve got you covered—there’s sure to be a track you’ll want to play.
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[Night Songs] Masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP to listen to at nighttime (61–70)
A regrettable nighttayori
This song delicately portrays feelings that deepen in the quiet of the night.
Released by tayori in June 2024, it’s a memorable ballad featuring romantic lyrics and a gentle piano melody.
The song carefully expresses nuanced emotions—such as unrequited love and lingering attachments to the past—swaying between ideals and reality, and it’s sure to resonate with listeners.
The music video on YouTube also beautifully captures the song’s world with its dreamlike visual aesthetic.
It’s perfect for those seeking a track to listen to alone at night or as calm BGM for a late-night drive.
True to tayori’s style of delivering music that stays close to the heart, this is a warm, comforting piece.
Before sleepingOdaka Yōtarō (LUNKHEAD)
This is the song “Nemuru Mae” (“Before Sleeping”) from the solo album by Yoshitaro Odaka, the vocalist and guitarist of LUNKHEAD.
It’s a song about human connection, one you’ll want to listen to when you feel lonely.
It doesn’t have the rough edge of LUNKHEAD, but Odaka’s gentle voice is soothing.
I highly recommend it to LUNKHEAD fans as well.
lighthouseHoshino Gen
Singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, whose talents are drawing attention as he thrives across a wide range of fields beyond music, has released a globally simultaneous digital EP, LIGHTHOUSE.
The track Todai (Lighthouse), included as the opening number, is one of the ending themes written anew for each episode of the Netflix talk variety show LIGHTHOUSE.
Though the lyrics may at first seem to carry a negative message, they are imbued with universal truths that resonate with any life.
It’s an emotional number whose delicate ensemble—featuring only acoustic guitar—colors the night.
Blow the night awayHata Motohiro
It’s a song by Motohiro Hata with a mature, sultry, moody chord progression and a bassline that feels great.
Though it’s a song about the night, it carries an exciting approach that urges you to burst into the world without going to sleep just yet—it even sounds like an invitation to try something a little mischievous.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when you’re not ready to sleep and still haven’t had your fill of fun.
Driving All NightDOUBLE
This is a track released in 2002 by DOUBLE, the solo project of TAKAKO.
Rooted in R&B, it’s upbeat yet mature, making it easy to groove to and a real mood booster when you listen.
Throughout the song, there aren’t many flashy developments; instead, the tight beat and funky bassline stand out.
As the title suggests, it perfectly fits as background music for a late-night drive.
For those who’ve been listening since back then, it feels nostalgic, and for first-time listeners, it comes across as stylish and fresh.
