Belle & Sebastian Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Is It Wicked Not to Care?Belle & Sebastian1rank/position

Belle and Sebastian – Is It Wicked Not to Care?

Belle and Sebastian are a rock band from Scotland.

Their song “Is It Wicked Not to Care?” foregrounds electric guitar and synthesizer, yet it’s a beautiful track with a bucolic, folk-rock feel.

They’re a band with many fans in Japan, and you can kind of see why—the gentle ensemble suits Japanese landscapes well.

Beyond this, they’ve also recorded songs covering Bob Dylan, showing their respect for folk.

“Is It Wicked Not to Care?,” included on their third album released in 1998, features early member Isobel Campbell on vocals, letting you enjoy her clear, translucent voice.

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The Fox in the SnowBelle & Sebastian2rank/position

Belle and Sebastian – The Fox in the Snow

Foxes in the snow, a boy on a bicycle, and a girl in search of the truth.

The winter scenes painted by Belle and Sebastian weave a story that is as beautiful and bittersweet as a picture book.

Featured on their 1996 album If You’re Feeling Sinister, this piece has long been cherished by many fans as a classic of indie pop.

Beginning with a Bacharach-style piano, its folk-pop tones, reminiscent of Simon & Garfunkel, resonate gently on a quiet, snowy night.

With themes of loneliness, hope, and coming of age, this song is perfect for a winter evening, listening leisurely while gazing out the window.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to reflect quietly on life’s universal experiences.

We Rule The SchoolBelle & Sebastian3rank/position

We Rule The School – Belle & Sebastian (Subtítulos en Español)

A song by the pop group Belle & Sebastian, formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 1996.

It’s included on their 1996 album Tigermilk.

The piece features a beautiful piano melody and gentle vocals, making it a charming and cute track.

I Know Where the Summer GoesBelle & Sebastian4rank/position

I Know Where The Summer Goes

Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, indie stalwarts Belle and Sebastian deliver a song that delicately captures the fleeting nature of late summer.

Originally included on the 1998 EP “This Is Just a Modern Rock Song,” it was later featured on the 2005 compilation album “Push Barman to Open Old Wounds.” Weaving in everyday annoyances and the stresses of urban life, the track sets nostalgia for the passing season to a beautiful melody.

It’s a song to play on a September night, as you look back on summer memories and feel a mix of anticipation and unease for the season to come.

I’m a CuckooBelle & Sebastian5rank/position

Belle and Sebastian – I’m A Cuckoo

A single cut from the album “Dear Catastrophe Waitress.” In the music video, Stuart Murdoch, dressed as a track athlete, is shown being coached by an actual gold medalist.

Perhaps because the lyrics mention the place name “Harajuku,” Murdoch also recorded a Japanese version.

The Boy With the Arab StrapBelle & Sebastian6rank/position

The boy with the arab strap

Among the many overlooked gems in Belle and Sebastian’s catalog, this song might be famous only for its title.

That’s because in the movie (500) Days of Summer, the track never plays, yet its name is mentioned several times in dialogue.

It’s a shame to think that if it had been used in that film, it might have become their biggest hit.

Piazza, New York CatcherBelle & Sebastian7rank/position

Belle & Sebastian Piazza, New York Catcher

This song is included on “Dear Catastrophe Waitress,” the sixth album by the Scottish indie pop band Belle & Sebastian, released in 2003.

It was used in the 2008 film “Juno.”