Ranking of Popular Songs by Japanese Male Singers from the 1990s [2026]
The 1990s saw notable advancements in digital sound and the emergence of many music groups, making group-based music activities more common.
At the same time, numerous solo releases by singers also became major hits.
Here, we introduce a ranking of popular singers from the 1990s—especially male singers—through which you can also feel the progress of music technology.
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Ranking of Popular Songs by Japanese Male Singers from the 1990s [2026] (31–40)
Parody Song MedleyKamon Tatsuo36rank/position
What’s amazing about this person is that they can rank around the top 30 in the annual charts with parody songs.
Despite being a comic song in the form of a parody, the fact that they established an entire genre deserves more recognition.
And even now, it still makes you laugh.
GlassKawamura Ryuuichi37rank/position
“Glass” is Ryuichi Kawamura’s second single, released in April 1997.
It was recorded during his solo activities while his then-popular band was on hiatus, and it became a million seller.
The song is characterized by its flowing piano and Kawamura’s distinctive vocals, and the music video notably features close-ups of Kawamura, who was hugely popular as a heartthrob at the time.
It is a ballad that represents the 1990s.
IT’S ONLY LOVEFukuyama Masaharu38rank/position
This is one of Masaharu Fukuyama’s signature songs, loved by people of all ages.
Released in 1994, this work, which depicts the end of a bittersweet romance on a grand scale, captured the hearts of many.
It was also used in commercials, and the fusion of Fukuyama’s distinctive expressiveness with a delicate melody leaves a deep impression on listeners.
His powerful vocals convey the pain of heartbreak directly, while the inventive arrangements throughout further enhance the song’s atmosphere.
It’s a must-listen for those sensing the end of a relationship or who have experienced parting from someone dear.
WomanNakanishi Keizō39rank/position
Released on January 22, 1992, this is Keizo Nakanishi’s third single.
The vocals arrive as if traveling across the earth, bringing vivid scenery, distance, and time into view—everything feels vast and present all at once.
A dream song that carries a mysterious feeling that’s both grand and fleeting, along with a sense of awe! Which door will you knock on? The striking lyrics are a must-hear!
Miracle EarthKuwata Keisuke & Mr.Children40rank/position
In January 1995, a gem of a song was created through the collaboration of Keisuke Kuwata and Mr.Children.
It was released as a charity single as part of Act Against AIDS (AAA), a campaign aimed at spreading accurate knowledge about AIDS.
Written and composed by Kuwata, and arranged by Takeshi Kobayashi and Mr.Children, the piece was completed with a harmony between Kuwata and Kazutoshi Sakurai that truly resonates.
According to Oricon, it sold a cumulative total of 1.72 million copies.
All proceeds were used for AIDS countermeasures in various countries, including across Asia.
Its warm melody and powerful vocals have a cleansing effect on the heart.