BEGIN's Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Shibuya Centennial Grand DanceBEGIN57rank/position

BEGIN / Shibuya Centennial Grand Dance

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

Akari by BEGIN

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

BEGIN / Dragon Boat

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

BEGIN 'As There Are Stars in the Sky' CD audio source

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?

Let’s meet on Taketomi Island.BEGIN61rank/position

Let's meet in Taketomi Island.wmv

This is another song that goes perfectly with whistling, Orion Beer, and dancing.

Listening to it will definitely make you want to visit not only Okinawa but also Taketomi Island at least once.

It makes you want to go fishing while soaking up Okinawan time by the blue sea.

FlowerBEGIN62rank/position

♪ Flower (Live Audio) ♪ BEGIN ★ Photo Movie

It’s a cover of Shoukichi Kina’s ‘Hana,’ a song that has been covered by many musicians from Okinawa.

Its warm melody and gentle lyrics resonate deeply and can move you to tears.

When you face daunting obstacles, it gives you the strength to try to overcome them.

seedlingBEGIN63rank/position

BEGIN / Seedling (Live Ver.)

Released as an Okinawa-exclusive single, this track is steeped in love for Okinawa, with a cool yet bouncing beat that’s pure fun.

Its flowing rhythm is irresistibly groovy, making your body sway naturally.

The word choices are packed with Okinawan terms in a way that’s entertaining—appealing not only to those from Okinawa but also to listeners elsewhere who find themselves dreaming of the islands.

It’s a song where you can feel BEGIN’s coolness and their deep affection for Okinawa.

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Murakami Shinpei

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