Masterpieces That Sing of Rainbows: A Selection of Recommended Popular and Latest Songs
What kind of image do you have when you hear the word “rainbow”? The word rainbow is often used in song titles and lyrics because it evokes positive ideas like peace, bonds, and hope.
There are also many masterpieces in J-POP that use rainbows as a theme.
In this article, we’re highlighting works themed around rainbows—introducing popular songs related to rainbows, from timeless classics to the latest tracks.
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[Masterpieces That Sing of Rainbows] A Curated Selection of Recommended Popular and Latest Songs (41–50)
Over the RainbowDaikoku Maki
“Niji wo Koete” is a single by Maki Ohguro released in 2001.
After breaking up with her lover, the feelings she vowed under a sky without a rainbow gradually transform, as the years pass, into a desire to go beyond a sky graced with a rainbow.
It’s a song that makes you feel very positive.
Masterpieces That Sing of Rainbows: A Selection of Recommended Hits and the Newest Tracks (51–60)
rainbowSaitō Kazuyoshi
“Niji” (Rainbow) is a single by Kazuyoshi Saito released in 2007.
Saito rarely talks about his lyrics, but for this song the director requested a “que sera, sera” theme.
Rather than urging proactive positivity, it carries a “let things take their course” vibe—like, if you’re just standing still, you might as well give it a shot, even if it’s a long shot.
RAINBOWHamasaki Ayumi
A song that leaves a calm impression throughout.
Recommended when you want to listen at a leisurely pace.
The stronger guitar that comes in partway evokes the image of rain—giving the piece more of a rainy feel than a rainbow—but it has a uniquely quiet atmosphere that makes you want to listen to it on a whim.
Let’s sing in the rain♪Yabuki Kana (Kido Ibuki)
A cute song that lets you feel like you’re on a fun field trip right from the intro.
The way the rainbow is expressed through the melody and notes is just adorable.
It seems perfect for walking while listening on a hike—sure to lift your mood! Give it a listen on rainy-day strolls, during your commute, or anytime you want to brighten things up.
Sound of the RainbowAoi Eiru
It’s a single released on January 1, 2014, and it was used as the theme song for the anime Sword Art Online: Extra Edition.
It’s a medium-tempo ballad that reflects the worldview of the anime, and it was the first time Eir Aoi wrote the lyrics on her own.
The song portrays, with a rich and powerful sound, those moments at the height of a romance when no dark future can be seen.
RainbowYūsuke
It was included as a coupling track on Yusuke’s single “Zenbu Suki,” released in July 2011.
It was used as the opening theme for Shimajiro Hesoka.
It reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart.
Rainbow Kuma-KumaRanka Rī
It’s one of the songs performed by Ranka Lee, played by Megumi Nakajima, in Macross Frontier.
It was used as an insert song in the film Macross Frontier the Movie: The Wings of Goodbye, released in February 2011.
It is included on the soundtrack released the same year.