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 Selection of Recommended Popular and Latest Songs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | rainbowAqua Timez | play_arrow | An uplifting song used as a TV drama theme |
| 2east | rainbowL’Arc〜en〜Ciel | play_arrow | Representative hit songs of L’Arc~en~Ciel |
| 3east | rainbowNinomiya Kazunari | play_arrow | Kazunari Ninomiya's love ballad song |
| 4east | rainbowFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A Song of Courage that Chases Dreams in Rainbow Colors |
| 5east | rainbow-coloredayaka | play_arrow | Ayaka’s healing song gently comforts the heart with hope and warmth |
| 6east | rainbowAAA | play_arrow | A newly written song by GReeeeN for AAA |
| 7east | rainbowTakahashi Yuu | play_arrow | Yū Takahashi’s youth support song, the Koshien theme song |
| 8east | Beyond the RainbowMr.Children | play_arrow | A refreshing early Mr.Children song that cheers on dreams |
| 9east | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A youth song released by Masaharu Fukuyama in 2003 |
| 10east | rainbowELLEGARDEN | play_arrow | A song about the importance of gazing at the rainbow |
| 11east | rainbowNishino Kana | play_arrow | Kana Nishino delivers a message of overcoming adversity with a rainbow theme |
| 12east | rainbowSuda Masaki | play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s “Niji” is a movie theme song. |
| 13east | You and me.Kis-my-ft2 | play_arrow | Kis-My-Ft2’s refreshing love song |
| 14east | rainbowAMPTAKxCOLORS | play_arrow | A positive song about friendship and hope |
| 15east | rainbowFischer’s | play_arrow | A song by Fischer’s that sings about the bonds of friendship |
| 16east | rainbowMONGOL800 | play_arrow | MONGOL800's rainbow-themed song |
| 17east | rainbowKobukuro | play_arrow | Kobukuro’s “Niji”: expressing emotions through colors |
| 18east | Rain brings forth the rainbow.Sukaipīsu | play_arrow | Skit Peace, with the theme of a rainbow after the rain |
| 19east | rainbowTeshima Aoi | play_arrow | Aoi Teshima’s clear, translucent singing voice is featured as the film’s theme song. |
| 20east | rainbowkururi | play_arrow | A Song of Farewell and Hope Through a Rainbow |
| 21east | rainbowAragaki Yui | play_arrow | A song themed around hope and renewal from Yui Aragaki’s album “Niji” (Rainbow) |
| 22east | rainbowyuzu | play_arrow | A commercial song featuring a sports athlete |
| 23east | Mosh Under The RainbowHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | A mid-tempo that pops at festivals |
| 24east | Rainbow-Colored WarSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | A song by SEKAI NO OWARI themed around contradictions |
| 25east | rainbowMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Naotaro Moriyama's school music contest set piece |
| 26east | A Person Waiting for a RainbowBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | Gatchaman movie theme song |
| 27east | rainbowtsuruno takeshi | play_arrow | Takeshi Tsuruno was moved by his daughter's singing and covered the song. |
| 28east | Over The RainbowJudy Garland | play_arrow | Loved around the world beyond the rainbow |
| 29east | Midnight RainbowSuga Shikao | play_arrow | A song by Shikao Suga for a friend battling cancer, earnestly confronting life and death. |
| 30east | Nashizora Rainbowfunasshī | play_arrow | A song included on Funassyi’s official album |
| 31east | The Unfading RainbowRyohei | play_arrow | Songs Sung by Junretsu Members During Their Appearances in Kamen Rider |
| 32east | The Day the Rainbow DisappearedHata Motohiro | play_arrow | An upbeat song about searching for what’s next in a world where the rainbow has vanished |
| 33east | rainbowRIP SLYME | play_arrow | Sing hope with PES’s gentle singing voice |
| 34east | rainbowikimonogakari | play_arrow | Love songs by Ikimono-gakari |
| 35east | You, the Rainbow, and the SunAKB48 | play_arrow | Released in 2010, a refreshing, energetic, fast-paced song |
| 36east | NO RAIN NO RAINBOWBABYMETAL | play_arrow | There is hope after sorrow |
| 37east | rainbowshinku horou | play_arrow | Vinculum Hollow, Akihito Matsumoto’s solo project |
| 38east | Have you seen a rainbow?Watanabe Misato | ![]() | A song with complex developments composed by Yasuyuki Okamura |
| 39east | The Unfading RainbowB’z | play_arrow | A forward-looking sentiment toward you, whom I’ve lost |
| 40east | Rainbow MoonSUPER MONKEY’S | play_arrow | Namie Amuro sings an insert song for Nintama Rantarō |
| 41east | On a Rainbow AfternoonSanīdēi Sābisu | play_arrow | Comfortable songs by Sunny Day Service |
| 42east | Chasing the RainbowOkamura Takako | play_arrow | A song of determination for the future we chased like a rainbow |
| 43east | Over the rainbowShimabukuro Hiroko | play_arrow | A hopeful song by Hiroko Shimabukuro themed around a rainbow |
| 44east | Rainbow BayonHikawa Kiyoshi | play_arrow | Kiyoshi Hikawa Showa-style song |
| 45east | Rain, occasional sun, then a rainbowFūdanshiku | play_arrow | Fūdanshi’s single with lyrics by Hanawa |
| 46east | Rainbow Candy GirlHey! Say! JUMP | play_arrow | Jump's single coupling song |
| 47east | rainbowOKAMOTO’S | play_arrow | Background of the production of OKAMOTO’S song “Niji” (Rainbow) |
| 48east | Rainbow st.YU-KI | play_arrow | A song with a mysterious vibe about searching for love |
| 49east | If I could weave a rainbowfhána | play_arrow | Haruchika OP theme song |
| 50east | Over the RainbowDaikoku Maki | play_arrow | A love song about moving forward positively beyond the rainbow |
| 51east | rainbowSaitō Kazuyoshi | play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi's Que Sera Sera theme song |
| 52east | RAINBOWHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | Quiet, with a rainy vibe. Recommended for relaxed listening. |
| 53east | Let’s sing in the rain♪Yabuki Kana (Kido Ibuki) | play_arrow | A cute, rainbow-themed song that makes you feel happy when you listen to it. |
| 54east | Sound of the RainbowAoi Eiru | play_arrow | SAO theme song, Eir Aoi’s first time writing lyrics |
| 55east | RainbowYūsuke | play_arrow | Yusuke’s single is the opening theme song for Shimajiro |
| 56east | Rainbow Kuma-KumaRanka Rī | play_arrow | Ranka Lee’s insert song from the Macross Frontier movie |
| 57east | Toward a Tomorrow Where Rainbows AppearOku Hanako | play_arrow | The importance of looking at rainbows and gazing at flowers |
| 58east | RAINBOWElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A depiction of the process from rain to a rainbow |
| 59east | tune the rainbowSakamoto Maaya | play_arrow | Maaya Sakamoto’s gentle, protective love |
| 60east | Love Rainbowarashi | play_arrow | The theme song of a Monday 9 p.m. drama, a refreshing summer track |
| 61east | Rainbow SkyFLOW | play_arrow | A powerful message song by FLOW |
| 62east | Pocket of the RainbowGLAY | play_arrow | GLAY's single songs |
| 63east | Let’s go! Muttsu go! ~Six-colored Rainbow~ROOTS66 | play_arrow | ROOTS66's Mr. Osomatsu ending theme |
| 64east | monochrome rainbowTommy heavenly6 | play_arrow | Escape the rainbow of memories with a loved one from monochrome |
| 65east | Over the Takoyaki Rainbowtakoyaki reinboo | play_arrow | Takoyaki Rainbow's single work |
| 66east | moonbowMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto | play_arrow | Momoiro Clover Z Sailor Moon theme song |
| 67east | Rainbow of TearsUeto Aya | play_arrow | Aya Ueto's single song: Hotelier theme |
| 68east | Like a rainbow after the rainAbe Natsumi | play_arrow | Natsumi Abe’s single ranks 22nd on the Oricon chart |
| 69east | Rainbow Squadron Robinpuchibosa famirī | play_arrow | Opening theme of Rainbow Squadron Robin |
| 70east | Rain followed by a rainbowŌnishi Yōhei | play_arrow | Tokkyuger insert song, Akira Nijino image song |
| 71east | The Rainbow From That Day and Our AnthemSukima Suichi | play_arrow | The lower harmony in Sukima Switch songs is difficult but feels great. |
| 72east | 7 COLORSPERSONZ | play_arrow | PERSONZ’s hope-filled rainbow transcendence piece |
| 73east | rainbowSPYAIR | play_arrow | SPYAIR’s grand rock ballad |
| 74east | Roll Over The RainbowSuperfly | play_arrow | Bright songs perfect for a summer drive |
| 75east | Over the Rainbowichinose toki otoya (terashima takuma) | play_arrow | Motivational songs by Otoya from UtaPri |
| 76east | Rainbow Grand SlamKeiko Imamura ・ Shinnosuke Furumoto ・ Mitsuru Miyamoto ・ Manami Suzuki | play_arrow | Toshinobu Kubota H2 anime opening theme |
| 77east | Over the Rainbowtenchi mari | play_arrow | Mari Amachi’s single is being made into a movie |
| 78east | KizunaORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of hope and bonds |
| 79east | Rainbow RecipeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | Expressing the process of composing songs by Sukima Switch |
| 80east | RainbowMirei Touyama | play_arrow | A pop R&B song with the theme of mutual support |

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