BEGIN's Popular Song Rankings [2026]
BEGIN is a band from Ishigaki Island beloved by people of all ages for their acoustic sound and the friendly smiles of its three members.
From island songs resonating with the sanshin to bluesy numbers, their appeal lies in how their music shifts through many expressions.
Here are some of their most popular tracks, presented in a ranking.
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BEGIN Popular Song Ranking [2026] (51–60)
Love runsBEGIN51rank/position
As the title suggests, it’s a refreshing song that makes you want to start running the moment you hear it.
You might just find real-life love, not the kind you find in games.
It’s a different vibe from “Umi no Koe” and “Shima Uta no Takara,” and BIGIN’s urban side is truly wonderful—definitely a song I want you to hear.
Don’t abandon loveBEGIN52rank/position
The masculine yet gentle, smoky vocals and lively rhythm pleasantly stir the heart.
It’s a song that brightens the gloom of heartbreak and fills you with a positive spirit, as if urging you to take a new step forward to seek your next fateful encounter.
Beautiful in the past, beautiful nowBEGIN53rank/position
A heartwarming island song by BEGIN, filled with the soothing tones of the sanshin that seep into your soul.
The lyrics lovingly depict the everyday lives of our grandparents’ era and the island’s abundant nature, stirring a deep sense of nostalgia in listeners.
Carried by a gentle melody, the message to cherish both the timeless beauty of the past and the beauty that exists here and now comes through clearly.
First included on the album “Ongaku Brigades II,” released in June 1997, the song was later featured on “BEGIN no Shimauta ~Omoto Takeo~.” It’s perfect for those moments when, living far from home, you suddenly find yourself longing for the old days.
When you seek peace of mind amid a busy life, why not lend an ear to these tender tones?
Okinawa Sunshine DayBEGIN54rank/position
It’s an irresistibly cheerful summer tune that conjures up piercing blue skies and a pleasant sea breeze.
The buoyant rhythm that fuses ska and reggae naturally gets your body moving just by listening.
The track was inspired by guitarist Masaru Shimabukuro—who wrote both lyrics and music—after seeing his friends having a great time back in his hometown.
The lyrics convey the liberating feeling of driving under a cloudless sky and the positive vibe of surrendering to island rhythms and forgetting your worries.
Featured on Taiyo, the band’s first album in seven years set for release in July 2025, the song captures the warm, live energy of being recorded in one take on Ishigaki Island.
Perfect for summer drives, it also makes the ideal BGM whenever you want a quick mood refresh.
12-string guitar of meteorsBEGIN55rank/position
A track included on an early album.
Rather than having an Okinawan sound, it leans more toward a Western pop feel, yet you can sense the beginnings of what makes BEGIN who they are today.
It’s a gem of a song, and I recommend listening to it while driving.
Voice of the SeaBEGIN56rank/position
It’s well-known from the au commercial where actor Kenta Kiritani, portraying Urashima Taro, sang it, but the song was written by BEGIN.
They also did a self-cover of the track.
It’s a refreshing tune that conjures up images of Okinawa’s blue sea, white sandy beaches, and clear blue sky.
Shibuya Centennial Grand DanceBEGIN57rank/position
A bon odori song brimming with love for Shibuya has arrived from BEGIN.
Celebrating Shibuya’s history and future, this work blends traditional bon odori rhythms with Brazilian marcha into a “Bon Marcha” style that feels both nostalgic and vibrant.
The lyrics, interwoven with scenes of Shibuya, reflect the band’s deep feelings.
Released for streaming in August 2024, it’s also slated to be included on the album “BEGIN no Bon Marcha,” out in October.
An original choreography video will also be released, making it promising for use at local events.
It’s highly recommended to listen when visiting Shibuya—a perfect track to enjoy while soaking in the city’s atmosphere.
lightBEGIN58rank/position
The powerful yet gentle singing voice, the beautiful sounds of guitar and piano, and the warm melody put me in a very calm state.
When I listen to it when I’m feeling down, light shines into my dark, sunken heart, and I gain the energy to face forward and move on once more.
dragon boatBEGIN59rank/position
The song title has been changed, and it’s a track about the “haryūsen,” the boats used in a festival called Hari that includes prayers for safety at sea.
In fact, it was written with professional baseball player Yuta Omine in mind and is used as his walk-up song.
Just as there are stars in the skyBEGIN60rank/position
This soothing classic channels the pain of heartbreak into the beauty of nature, warming the heart.
BEGIN covered it in 1997, and it was used as the theme song for the film “What We Loved.” The gentle vocals and Okinawan breeze in the sound resonate deeply with listeners.
The lyrics are striking, likening lost dreams and hopes to stars and sandy shores.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to look forward when you’ve had a rough day—perfect for those starting anew or healing from a broken heart.
With BEGIN’s music, why not take your first step forward, too?