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BOØWY Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
BOØWY is a legendary rock band that was formed around Kyosuke Himuro and Tomoyasu Hotei, and was active in the 1980s.
Despite their short period of activity and the fact that they disbanded at the height of their popularity, they continue to be loved by fans.
Here, we’ll introduce their popular songs in a ranked list.
BOØWY Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
B-BlueBOØWY1rank/position
This is a classic by the legendary rock band BOØWY, irresistible for its driving beat and razor-sharp vocals.
It’s said that the song weaves together contrasting images: the “blue” of night symbolizing solitude and the “blue” of the sky soaring toward the future.
Released in September 1986 as their fourth single, it was also included on the seminal album BEAT EMOTION.
Many will remember it as an insert song in the film 19: Nineteen, starring Shonentai.
Its cool sound—both nostalgic and fresh—adds a stylish touch to time that’s yours alone.
BAD FEELINGBOØWY2rank/position
The guitar riff that opens “BAD FEELING” exudes a singular presence in the Japanese rock scene.
Its uniquely rhythmic cutting, etched with precision, remains an unforgettable melody that has never lost its luster.
Hotei Tomoyasu’s signature sense of thrilling rhythm and technique will greatly help improve your skills if you take on the challenge.
It’s a highly recommended track for everyone who loves Japanese rock.
CLOUDY HEARTBOØWY3rank/position
This is a masterpiece created by BOØWY, a rock band that defined the 1980s.
Kyosuke Himuro’s vocals brilliantly convey the subtleties of complex emotions.
With lyrics depicting love, parting, and the wavering of the heart, it carries a message that resonates deeply with listeners.
The song is included on the album “BEAT EMOTION,” which reached No.
1 on the Oricon album chart, stayed on the chart for 11 weeks, and sold 343,000 copies.
It’s a track I highly recommend to anyone struggling with love or relationships.
MARIONETTEBOØWY4rank/position
For men in their early 50s, BOØWY may have been an object of admiration.
Their songs are still often sung at karaoke, aren’t they? MARIONETTE is one of BOØWY’s signature tracks.
Kyosuke Himuro is known for his distinctive vocal technique of restraining volume to make hitting high notes easier, and this song strongly reflects that trait.
For slightly higher phrases like his, deliberately lowering your volume helps you align your pitch smoothly.
Since there are very few long sustained notes, it’s also recommended for those who aren’t confident in their lung capacity.
ONLY YOUBOØWY5rank/position
A powerful yet pure message about overcoming past pain and vowing unconditional love to the one and only special person—this is one of BOØWY’s signature masterpieces! The technical arpeggios in the intro still spark the competitive spirit of many guitarists today.
This track was re-cut as a single from the classic album “BEAT EMOTION” in April 1987.
It’s said that raising the key during recording is what made it such a profoundly moving song.
When you want to convey your unwavering feelings to someone important, this song will surely give you a push.
Selfish JulietBOØWY6rank/position
Set to a romantic kayō-style melody, this classic song dramatizes the feeling of being in love.
Released by BOØWY in February 1986 as the lead single from the album “JUST A HERO,” it weaves pure affection with bittersweet longing in its lyrics, which pair the gentle phrase “Don’t cry” with a powerful devotion to a loved one.
From the guitar-led intro to the melodious development and chord progression that exudes a romantic mood, the track seems to capture the heart-fluttering excitement of a girl in love.
It peaked at No.
39 on the Oricon Singles Chart and became a pivotal number, performed at every BOØWY concert up until their breakup.
An eternal masterpiece best enjoyed while thinking of someone special.
MarionetteBOØWY7rank/position
Formed in Gunma Prefecture in 1981 and known as a catalyst for the band boom, BOØWY released their sixth single in July 1987.
Set to a driving, high-energy sound, it conveys an image of hurling the frustration within one’s heart.
While the sound feels bright and glamorous, the lyrics depict emotions of suffering and uncertainty.
It’s a song that also seems to teach you to live true to yourself without worrying about what’s around you.
