Popular Autumn Songs Ranking [2026]

Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai78rank/position

God Does Not Play Dice “Yoru-Naga Uta” [Official Lyric Video]

Included on the 2019 album “A View on Lambda,” this song became emblematic of God Does Not Play Dice, reaching many hearts through social media.

Guided by a dreamlike intro, the lyrics overflow with feelings for someone you can no longer meet.

The world where the pain and warmth of an irreplaceable loss continue to linger overlaps perfectly with the air of late autumn.

The contrast between delicate piano and a weighty band sound—quiet and explosive—grips the listener’s heart and won’t let go.

It’s a song that stays with you on nights when you can’t help but think of someone, wrapping gently around that loneliness.

OrangeGReeeeN79rank/position

GReeeeN – Orange

Released in April 2012, this song is a refreshing rock tune brimming with autumn vibes.

Its driving melody captures the exhilaration of a budding romance, and it was also featured in a Shiseido Sea Breeze commercial.

It’s GReeeeN’s 16th single and is included on the album “The singer comes to the singer and says ‘Sing,’ but if the singer just sings to the very end, they’ll sing; however, because only the singer can’t sing it to the very end, they won’t sing!?”

The lyrics, which depict the scene of two people walking home together while expressing the complexities of romantic feelings, leave a strong impression.

If you’re singing it at karaoke, it’s perfect for a long autumn night spent with someone special.

Twilight SurroundRIP SLYME80rank/position

RIP SLYME – Twilight Surround

What I’d love for you to listen to against the backdrop of an autumn sky awash in orange is the 10th single by the hip-hop group RIP SLYME.

Released in October 2004 as an advance single from their fourth album, MASTERPIECE, the track features a lively yet delicate acoustic guitar that creates a floaty, autumnal vibe.

The melodious rap, which portrays the passage of time from dusk to dawn, draws you in until you feel yourself melting into its world.

Peaking at No.

5 on the Oricon weekly chart, this song is perfect for a nighttime autumn drive.

Its slightly wistful, groovy sound gently wraps you in a sentimental mood—an evocative hip-hop tune through and through.

Serene and sweet autumn evening lyricismUNISON SQUARE GARDEN81rank/position

Seihitsukanbiakigurejojou

It’s a song that seems to turn the quiet, faintly sweet, sentimental air of an autumn dusk straight into sound.

Created by the three-piece rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it’s a lesser-known gem for the autumn season.

You can almost see scenes that gently capture the tenderness we feel for the passing seasons and the fleeting beauty of a single moment.

This track is included on the acclaimed album MODE MOOD MODE, released in January 2018 toward the end of the Heisei era.

Though it has no tie-ins, its lyrical melody and Kosuke Saito’s crystalline vocals reveal the band’s delicate side.

Listen to it on your way home as the days grow shorter, or alone on a slightly chilly night when you want to sink into your thoughts, and it will slowly seep into your heart.

Reflected at duskAkiyama Kiiro82rank/position

Akiyama Kiro - Reflected in the Dusk

Autumn evenings have a certain wistfulness that makes you long for company, don’t they? This track, released by Kiro Akiyama in August 2019, is the perfect companion for that sentimental mood.

The irresistible, top-tier pop tune woven from buoyant piano and shimmering strings is simply delightful.

In contrast to its dazzling sound, the lyrics sing of lingering feelings for someone unforgettable and the aching struggle not to lose one’s true self.

The song came out when he was gaining attention after being selected for Spotify’s “Early Noise 2019,” and it was later included on the acclaimed album From DROPOUT.

It’s a piece with a curious charm that’s both bittersweet and uplifting—why not take your time singing it on a long autumn night?

alone in my roomSuzuki Ami83rank/position

alone in my room (new ver.)

This is a song by Ami Suzuki, produced by Tetsuya Komuro.

It portrays a protagonist who spends time alone in her room, insisting she’s “not lonely” as a bit of bravado.

It’s the kind of song that resonates as summer’s bustle fades and the season sets in when you long for warmth.

Released in September 1998 as her second single, it was also well known as the opening theme for the popular TV show ASAYAN.

It’s a perfect fit for those moments when you’re feeling sentimental.

Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]84rank/position

[ALEXANDROS] – Moon-colored Horizon (MV)

This is a song that captures the feelings of a young person searching for their place in the world while gazing up at the autumn night sky.

The lyrics penned by Yohei Kawakami of [ALEXANDROS] are filled with emotions that ebb and flow in everyday life.

Set against the backdrop of Tokyo, it portrays a protagonist who, though lost between yesterday and tomorrow, strives to look ahead—resonating deeply with listeners.

Released in July 2019, the track was also featured in Japan Coca-Cola’s Aquarius commercial, creating a major buzz.

With a refreshing sound that’s perfect for the transition from summer to autumn, it suits the coming season well.

It’s a highly recommended song for students worried about their path or future, and for anyone about to take a new step forward.