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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.

Playlist

BEGIN's Popular Song Rankings [2026]
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1Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN
Islanders' TreasureBEGINplay_arrow
Okinawan classic songs that transcend generations and tell the stories of life
2Orion Beer, Okinawa’s prideBEGIN
Orion Beer, Okinawa’s prideBEGINplay_arrow
BEGIN’s hidden gem: Orion Beer
3I miss youBEGIN
I miss youBEGINplay_arrow
A poignant breakup song by BEGIN from Ishigaki Island
4OathBEGIN
OathBEGINplay_arrow
An anthem of encouragement for the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
5Tears Flowing EndlesslyBEGIN
Tears Flowing EndlesslyBEGINplay_arrow
Lyrics by Ryoko Moriyama, created by BEGIN...
6National Route 508BEGIN
National Route 508BEGINplay_arrow
A band that conveys the charm of Okinawan music
7Keep smilingBEGIN
Keep smilingBEGINplay_arrow
From Okinawa, healing hearts with music of love and laughter
8The scenery I saw at the breakwaterBEGIN
The scenery I saw at the breakwaterBEGINplay_arrow
The appeal of BEGIN, a band from Okinawa
9Blue SnowBEGIN
Blue SnowBEGINplay_arrow
The lonely heart of a bittersweet Christmas song
10Birthday SongBEGIN
Birthday SongBEGINplay_arrow
To someone special, with heartfelt congratulations, tru...
11Grandma Obaa’s Signature Bomb Hot PotBEGIN
Grandma Obaa's Signature Bomb Hot PotBEGINplay_arrow
BEGIN's songs that honor Okinawan cuisine and culture
12Flower of the sanshinBEGIN
Flower of the sanshinBEGINplay_arrow
The sound of the sanshin and thoughts of my hometown resonate in my heart.
13Be my bride.BEGIN
Be my bride.BEGINplay_arrow
The immortal ... released by Yuzo Kayama in 1966
14Uruma MelodyBEGIN
Uruma MelodyBEGINplay_arrow
A tropical atmosphere that evokes a warm climate…
15SouseiBEGIN
SouseiBEGINplay_arrow
BEG, who are strongly associated with a smooth, emotive singing style...
16Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN
Islanders' TreasureBEGINplay_arrow
One of BEGIN’s signature songs is also the co...
17Gondola in SpringBEGIN
Gondola in SpringBEGINplay_arrow
The theme song of the film “Tabidachi no Shimauta: Jūgo no Haru” (Island Song of Departure: Fifteen Springs)…
18Song of the SeaBEGIN
Song of the SeaBEGINplay_arrow
It’s as if I can see my hometown’s sea and the star-filled sky spreading out above it...
19sugar tempuraBEGIN
sugar tempuraBEGINplay_arrow
Sata andagi, a famous Okinawan confection...
20A breakup that doesn’t even get caught in the netBEGIN
A breakup that doesn’t even get caught in the netBEGINplay_arrow
The masculine singing voice pairs well with the wistful melody...
21Let’s form a band.BEGIN
Let's form a band.BEGIN
As the title “Let’s form a band” suggests…
22A moth flying into the flameBEGIN
A moth flying into the flameBEGIN
A unique title that plays on a Japanese proverb…
23Wonderful TonightBEGIN
Wonderful TonightBEGINplay_arrow
A Japanese song covered by Eric Clapton...
24forever; for good; indefinitelyBEGIN
forever; for good; indefinitelyBEGINplay_arrow
A timeless song that sings about a future built with someone you cherish.
25Good job.BEGIN
Good job.BEGINplay_arrow
A heartwarming song by an Okinawan band that conveys gratitude and compassion
26Kariyushi NightBEGIN
Kariyushi NightBEGINplay_arrow
A perfect song for celebrations and happy occasions…
27The Konohana of KunibunBEGIN
The Konohana of KunibunBEGINplay_arrow
Set to the gentle tones of the sanshin, heartfelt feelings for a loved one...
28From here to the futureBEGIN
From here to the futureBEGINplay_arrow
With a gentle singing voice and a beautiful melody, about my hometown...
29What was born at that timeBEGIN
What was born at that timeBEGINplay_arrow
The importance of family, the importance of connection, slowly...
30Be Nankuru-kunBEGIN
Be Nankuru-kunBEGINplay_arrow
A soul-stirring song by a band from Okinawa
31Flower of AlohaBEGIN
Flower of AlohaBEGINplay_arrow
A relaxed island-style music vibe
32Orion Beer that Mom puts up withBEGIN
Orion Beer that Mom puts up withBEGINplay_arrow
Fun in just one go, BEGIN’s cheerful and enjoyable...
33Once we meet, we’re familyBEGIN
Once we meet, we’re familyBEGINplay_arrow
Stitch from Disney animation and BEGIN…
34Irayoi Tsukiyo BeachBEGIN
Irayoi Tsukiyo BeachBEGINplay_arrow
The intro begins with the distinctly Okinawan sound of the sanshin…
35Grandpa’s proud Orion BeerBEGIN
Grandpa’s proud Orion BeerBEGINplay_arrow
A commercial song by BEGIN, a band from Okinawa
36Kankara Sanshin UmushirumunBEGIN
Kankara Sanshin UmushirumunBEGINplay_arrow
Expressing family harmony with a cheerful sanshin melody
37BalloonBEGIN
BalloonBEGINplay_arrow
Based on the Brazilian music style "Marcha," it was crea...
38Yunta, the perm shopBEGIN
Yunta, the perm shopBEGINplay_arrow
With a warm melody, I'll gently speak to you...
39Two bottles and chocolateBEGIN
Two bottles and chocolateBEGINplay_arrow
A complete switch from the Okinawan sound to chic jazz…
40Me for youBEGIN
Me for youBEGINplay_arrow
A song of gratitude and farewell to someone dear
41Yugafu IslandBEGIN
Yugafu IslandBEGINplay_arrow
Recalling my memories and reminiscences from when I went to Okinawa...
42Our Wonderful WorldBEGIN
Our Wonderful WorldBEGINplay_arrow
When you find yourself questioning the very act of living...
43Your song is a waltzBEGIN
Your song is a waltzBEGINplay_arrow
A three-member band from Okinawa with nationwide popularity.
44Please protect my voice.BEGIN
Please protect my voice.BEGINplay_arrow
A blend of Okinawan vibes and a waltz-like sound...
45SunBEGIN
SunBEGINplay_arrow
From the profound sorrow of losing a loved one, a new hope...
46Children of the SunBEGIN
Children of the SunBEGINplay_arrow
Like something that brings back the feeling of summer vacations from my boyhood, where...
47Asadoya YuntaBEGIN
Asadoya YuntaBEGINplay_arrow
A song that covers a traditional piece from Okinawa, and...
48List Price BluesBEGIN
List Price BluesBEGINplay_arrow
Rhythmic and really conveys a cheerful vibe…
49The islands are pure and serene.BEGIN
The islands are pure and serene.BEGINplay_arrow
Against the backdrop of Okinawa’s blue sea, looking as if enjoying it comfortably…
50Ink of the HeartBEGIN
Ink of the HeartBEGINplay_arrow
A song of gratitude to parents by the Okinawan band BEGIN
51Love runsBEGIN
Love runsBEGINplay_arrow
As the title says, once you hear it, you’ll feel like running…
52Don’t abandon loveBEGIN
Don't abandon loveBEGINplay_arrow
A manly yet gentle, soulful singing voice and a lively rhythm...
53Beautiful in the past, beautiful nowBEGIN
Beautiful in the past, beautiful nowBEGINplay_arrow
The soothing tones of the sanshin permeate the heart, BEGIN’s warming…
54Okinawa Sunshine DayBEGIN
Okinawa Sunshine DayBEGINplay_arrow
A summer tune blending blue skies and ska reggae
5512-string guitar of meteorsBEGIN
12-string guitar of meteorsBEGINplay_arrow
A track included on an early album. From Okinawa, Sa...
56Voice of the SeaBEGIN
Voice of the SeaBEGINplay_arrow
In au’s commercial, the actor Kiritani, who poses as Urashima Taro…
57Shibuya Centennial Grand DanceBEGIN
Shibuya Centennial Grand DanceBEGINplay_arrow
A Bon Odori song filled with love for Shibuya is about to begin…
58lightBEGIN
lightBEGINplay_arrow
A powerful yet gentle singing voice, with beautiful guitar and piano…
59dragon boatBEGIN
dragon boatBEGINplay_arrow
The song title has changed, and things like prayers for safety at sea...
60Just as there are stars in the skyBEGIN
Just as there are stars in the skyBEGINplay_arrow
Entrusting the bittersweet pain of heartbreak to the beauty of nature, my heart…
61Let’s meet on Taketomi Island.BEGIN
Let's meet on Taketomi Island.BEGINplay_arrow
This one also goes well with whistling, Orion beer, and dancing…
62FlowerBEGIN
FlowerBEGINplay_arrow
A cover of Shoukichi Kina’s “Hana,” which many...
63seedlingBEGIN
seedlingBEGINplay_arrow
Released as an Okinawa-exclusive single, Oki…
64Look up at the stars in the nightBEGIN
Look up at the stars in the nightBEGINplay_arrow
This song, which is also one of Kyu Sakamoto’s signature tracks, BE…
65Blue vacuum tubeBEGIN
Blue vacuum tubeBEGINplay_arrow
Although it’s not often performed live...
66O wind,BEGIN
O wind,BEGINplay_arrow
Riffs played on the sanshin, percussion, and so...
67twilightBEGIN
twilightBEGINplay_arrow
A heartwarming song that expresses longing for one’s hometown
68YOUBEGIN
YOUBEGINplay_arrow
A gentle, warm melody and a masculine...