Anne Lewis Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu1rank/position

ANN LEWIS W/PINX “Roppongi Shinju” A・A・OH! ’86 LIVE at Nakano Sunplaza

For women in their 50s, when you think of female rock singers, Anne Lewis is probably the first that comes to mind, isn’t she? Among her songs, the one that boasts overwhelming popularity and singability is Roppongi Shinju.

The vocal range of this piece is mid2D to hiA, which is quite narrow for a female song.

Because many of the pitches suit a male vocalist’s range, it’s easy for men to sing, while women will need to adjust the key.

However, there’s plenty of room to shift the key both up and down, so this shouldn’t be a barrier.

Singing it with a rough, gritty edge will heighten the excitement, so give that approach a try.

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Ah, heartlessAn Ruisu2rank/position

ANN LEWIS w/PINX “Ah, Heartless” A.A.OH! ’91 LIVE at Nakano Sunplaza

Despite its archaic-sounding title steeped in a blend of Japanese and Western sensibilities, this smash hit by Ann Lewis dazzles with a glittering, hard-hitting rock sound.

With an instantly memorable melody and an explosive chorus that commands attention, the song portrays a powerful female figure that feels emblematic of its era.

Released in April 1986 and later included on the classic album “Yujo,” it continued to win support over the years, even serving as the theme song for the 2006 drama “Fushin no Toki: Woman Wars.” It’s perfect not only for getting the crowd going at karaoke, but also for boosting your own energy.

From the very first notes of the intro, it lights up the room—so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Good-bye, My LoveAn Ruisu3rank/position

Good-bye My Love ’91

A sweet, heartrending breakup song that transcends the boundaries between rock and kayōkyoku.

Ann Lewis’s clear, translucent vocals beautifully capture the pain of the moment of parting.

Released in July 1974, this track became her first hit single.

It paints scenes of a farewell on a street corner and the lingering inability to forget a lover’s gestures and warmth, all carried by a melody that resonates in the heart.

This song is recommended for times when you want to look back on a past romance or when you’re trying to move on from someone special.

It will surely stay close to your heart.

WOMANAn Ruisu4rank/position

ANN LEWIS – WOMAN (Official Audio)

Ann Lewis is a female singer-songwriter who gained popularity in the 1980s with an authentic rock sound.

Because of her husky timbre and powerful vocals, many people may have shied away from singing her songs.

That’s why we recommend WOMAN.

While it has a strong rock flavor, the vocal lines are straightforward, with gentle rises and falls in pitch.

Toward the end of the chorus there’s a scale that’s a bit like a vocal ad-lib, but you can gloss over it with dynamics and subtle vibrato—so don’t worry and give it a try.

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Les MisérablesAn Ruisu5rank/position

Ann Lewis — Ah, Heartless — Studio Live 1986

It was a hit in 1986, five years after giving birth.

Like Roppongi Shinju, it was a song that was really often sung at karaoke.

The lyrics work precisely because it’s Ann Lewis.

Her marriage to Masahiro Kuwana lasted four years, but I still vividly remember when both of them performed at an outdoor concert in Osaka while their son, Miyuji—now a musician—was a baby: when one was playing, the other would hold him and watch the stage from the wings.

In 2013, after releasing a CD made by the three of them as a family, Ann Lewis retired completely.

It’s a shame.

White WeekendAn Ruisu6rank/position

[1971] White Weekend by Ann Lewis [Full Single]

Ann Lewis is a mixed-race singer with an American father and a Japanese mother, and this song was released in 1971 as her debut single.

It came out the year before the Sapporo Olympics and has a winter theme.

In the beginning, she mainly worked as a gravure idol and performed idol pop songs.

TRUE TO MEAn Ruisu7rank/position

TRUE TO ME / Ann Lewis Composer: Tetsuro Oda

This track is packed with quintessential ’80s electronic dance music, woven with synthesizer sounds and powerful vocals.

Tetsurō Oda wrote and composed the song, which focuses on Ann Lewis’s independence and conviction, and it is included on the album “Dri夢・X-T-C.” Released in 1985, the track reflects the influence of Western ’80s music while delivering a message of self-affirmation—uncommon among female artists at the time—that resonated with many fans.

It’s recommended for those who value staying true to themselves and for listeners who enjoy electronic music.

La SaisonAn Ruisu8rank/position

“La Saison” Ann Lewis (VINYL)

Ann Lewis, a female rock singer who gained popularity for her distinctive blend of hard rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese pop), captivated many.

Perhaps quite a few women in their 50s admired her hard-edged musical style and persona, which were uncommon among female rock singers at the time.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is La Saison.

Even among her catalog, its vocal lines are particularly kayōkyoku-like, and the melody throughout feels very familiar to Japanese listeners.

Its vocal range is surprisingly narrow as well, so definitely give it a try.

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White City SapporoAn Ruisu9rank/position

[1971] White Weekend by Ann Lewis [Full Single]

This is a song included on the B-side of Ann Lewis’s debut single “Shiroi Shūmatsu,” released in 1971.

Announced the year before the Sapporo Olympics, the song portrays snow falling over the city of Sapporo and conveys the joy of winter.