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THE ALFEE Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Debuting in 1974, THE ALFEE has continued their activities while constantly incorporating new musical elements.

Another distinctive feature is that most of their songs are written and composed by guitarist Toshihiko Takamizawa.

Here, we present a ranking of THE ALFEE’s most popular tracks.

THE ALFEE Popular Song Ranking [2026] (71–80)

El DoradoTHE ALFEE76rank/position

This is the ending theme of Montana Jones.

It’s a song that really brings out Takamizawa’s soaring high-tone voice.

The meaning of “El Dorado” is the “city of gold,” but in this song, I think the El Dorado being sung about is a kind of personal utopia.

Sonically, the mandolin serves as a great accent and adds a mystical effect.

But above all, the unique three-part vocal harmonies are wonderfully pleasing.

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3:00 a.m. on WednesdayTHE ALFEE77rank/position

It’s a ballad that you suddenly feel like listening to late on a Wednesday night, one that gently seeps into your heart.

On nights when sorrow feels like it might crush you, it’s like a lover you can meet only in dreams—softly staying by your side and speaking to you.

That kind of warm worldview is depicted here.

This track is included on the album “ALMIGHTY,” released in October 1981.

It’s also memorable for having served as the ending theme for the Tuesday first segment of the radio program “All Night Nippon.” The timing—3 a.m.

at the end of the show, in other words 3 a.m.

Wednesday morning—overlapped perfectly with the song’s atmosphere, leaving a deep impression on many listeners.

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Holy Night -Silent Night for Two-THE ALFEE78rank/position

This piece, included on the 1987 album “U.K.

Breakfast,” is THE ALFEE’s first Christmas song.

It enchantingly portrays a quiet moment spent with a lover on a snowy night.

Romantic scenes—the glow of candlelight, the holy-night cityscape, and a special time shared by just the two of you—resonate deeply.

Singing it may bring back memories of the excitement you felt looking forward to a Christmas date with your sweetheart.

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Romeo Cosmic PicnicTHE ALFEE79rank/position

This is a grand picnic song set in space, included on THE ALFEE’s classic album “GLINT BEAT,” released in September 2001.

Some of you may remember that the album reached No.

5 on the Oricon weekly chart.

The lyrical world, crafted by Toshihiko Takamizawa and lyricist Yukinojo Mori, is uniquely charming—heading out to the edge of the universe on a sparkling airship for a picnic.

The song captures the protagonist’s excitement for a futuristic date with their loved one through a floating melody and dramatic song structure.

With their signature rock foundation layered with diverse sounds, the cyber-pop vibe really lifts your spirits.

It’s a perfect track not only for a picnic under blue skies, but also as a great companion for a drive.

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UNCROWNED KINGDOMTHE ALFEE80rank/position

Known for timeless hits like “Hoshizora no Distance” and “Mary Ann,” THE ALFEE is in fact also a progressive rock band.

As you can tell from his appearance, guitarist Toshihiko Takamizawa is influenced by hard rock and prog, and he has said that Pink Floyd’s classic album Atom Heart Mother—by one of the ‘Big Five’ prog bands—is among his roots.

They’ve left behind many great prog tracks, such as “GATE OF HEAVEN” from the album The Renaissance and “UNCROWNED KINGDOM” from the album GLINT BEAT.

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