BEGIN's Popular Song Rankings [2026]

A breakup that doesn’t even get caught in the netBEGIN22rank/position

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The masculine singing voice blends well with the heartrending melody, making it a song you can relate to when you’re heartbroken.

It brings back the feelings and emotions from when you were in love, so it’s perfect to listen to when you’re trying to move on.

It has a refined, bittersweet vibe that evokes a mature kind of romance.

Let’s form a band.BEGIN23rank/position

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As the title “Let’s Start a Band” suggests, this song celebrates forming a band and the joy of having songs you love.

Perhaps it reflects the artist’s own experience—the realistic lyrics leave a strong impression.

It’s a captivating track that revisits the dramatic longing and excitement “you” and “I” feel toward being in a band, rekindling that fresh, beginner’s mindset in an engaging way.

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A moth flying into the flameBEGIN24rank/position

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This is a fun 2018 summer track by BEGIN with a unique title that’s a playful twist on a Japanese proverb.

As the name suggests, it’s a song about food, mentioning all kinds of dishes in the lyrics that will make you hungry.

It’s a delightful, witty tune that cleverly intertwines the deliciousness of rice with the departure of “you,” delivering a playful, pun-filled message.

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Wonderful TonightBEGIN25rank/position

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This is a cover of Eric Clapton, and since BEGIN often covers Japanese songs, it’s a relatively rare example of them covering Western music.

Its simple sound, gentle melody, and tender vocals really resonate.

It’s the perfect song for spending a relaxing time with your partner.

forever; for good; indefinitelyBEGIN26rank/position

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A heartwarming song about building a future together with someone special.

The gentle tones of the sanshin and Eisho Higa’s expressive vocals draw you into a relaxed mood.

Even if you can’t choose where you were born and raised, anywhere becomes a “hometown” as long as you’re with the one you love.

That hopeful feeling is easy to imagine even without reading the lyrics.

Released in February 2004 as one of the tracks on a double A-side single, it also became well known as the commercial song for Marukin Chuyu’s “Ryukyu Moromi Vinegar.” Even those who usually feel too shy to express their feelings will want to say, “Every day I spend with you is a treasure,” after listening to this piece.

It’s a classic we hope couples starting a new life together will hear.

Good job.BEGIN27rank/position

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Okinawan acoustic band BEGIN created “Otsukaresan” for NHK’s music program Minna no Uta.

The song depicts scenes that convey messages of gratitude to various people, including those working around town.

Its lyrics are striking for portraying perspectives from children to adults and from adults to children.

With an easygoing band arrangement and the group’s rich choral work that nestle close to everyday life, the track conveys warmth and compassion.

Please lend an ear to its bittersweet yet heartwarming sound, which unfolds like a nostalgic landscape.

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Kariyushi NightBEGIN28rank/position

Kariyushi Night by BEGIN

It’s the perfect song for celebrations and happy occasions.

It gets everyone excited—regardless of age or gender—when you want to clap along and have a lively time together.

During the chorus, everyone can sing along to create a sense of unity.