BOØWY Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

INSTANT LOVEBOØWY41rank/position

BOØWY INSTANT LOVE

This is the opening track included on “INSTANT LOVE,” which is also the title of their second album.

As the title suggests, the lyrics center on a theme of dry, detached romance.

While retaining elements of their early punk sound, the song incorporates various musical influences, hinting at an evolution in their style.

MORALBOØWY42rank/position

MORAL

When it comes to this song, it would be impossible to discuss it without addressing the impact of lyrics that go so far as to declare a love for other people’s misfortune.

The raw words, distinctly different from the sanitized lyrics you hear on television, possess a power that only true feelings can have—cutting sharply through a society that lives by pretense.

ON MY BEATBOØWY43rank/position

ON MY BEAT

A rebellious track that barrels forward with a punk-like fast beat.

From Himuro’s MC in this video, I think you can catch a glimpse of his pure, sincere personality—contrary to his tough appearance—which, beyond the quality of the song itself, is an important element for fans.

RENDEZ‐VOUSBOØWY44rank/position

Rendez-Vous (Live In Hamburg July 1987)

A track included on BOØWY’s sixth album, PSYCHOPATH.

It starts in a minor key with a slightly heavy feel, but once the song kicks in, it takes on a pop tone.

The vocals are in a major key while the guitar in the interlude is in a minor key, making for a playful song.

Although it sounds like a live recording, it was actually recorded in the studio, with the live feel intentionally crafted for fun.

ROUGE OF GRAYBOØWY45rank/position

Rouge Of Gray

It was included on their fourth album, JUST A HERO, and was apparently also a candidate for the album’s title.

The electronic drum sound in the intro is striking, and the song has a sideways-groove, disco-tinged dance number feel.

THIS MOMENTBOØWY46rank/position

BOOWY THIS MOMENT

A song included on BOØWY’s second album, INSTANT LOVE.

The Showa-era kayōkyoku-style vibe is an interesting touch.

True to BOØWY’s magic, each member’s strengths shine through in the arrangement, making this slow-tempo track undeniably cool.

Himuro’s husky vocals are spot-on, and Hotei’s graceful guitar melodies are flawless.

The finger-picked bass and dramatic drumming perfectly match the imagery of the highly message-driven lyrics.

WELCOME TO THE TWILIGHTBOØWY47rank/position

Welcome To The Twilight

It’s a medium-tempo song with a slightly bittersweet feel.

Originally, it was being produced as a Christmas song, but due to a significant delay in the album’s release date, it is said that the lyrics were changed and the song was reworked.

Before getting on the highwayBOØWY48rank/position

To The Highway

This song was recorded in West Berlin when the Wall was still standing.

When I listen to it, I remember falling in love while feeding coins into a payphone, and a mischievous acquaintance who told me they would put this song on before getting onto the highway.

MarionetteBOØWY49rank/position

Marionette

Among BOØWY’s many songs, this one stands out as exceptionally melodic, with a guitar riff that really sticks in your head—a fan favorite.

It unusually features a strong dose of visual-kei elements and is relatively popular among women.

Since it’s from their later period, you can also see new experiments like using animation in the promotion.

DOWN TOWN SHUFFLEBOØWY50rank/position

Down Town Shuffle

This is a song that epitomizes BOØWY’s golden era, where a groovy bassline intertwines with Tomoyasu Hotei’s razor-sharp guitar.

Released as a single in November 1986, it was also included on the classic album BEAT EMOTION released the same year.

The lyrics evoke the boredom swirling through the city night and fleeting human dramas.

Don’t you ever feel that the ordinary day-to-day leaves you unsatisfied, craving a little excitement? In those moments, why not free your mind with this track?