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CHATMONCHY Popular Song Rankings [2026]
CHATMONCHY, the legendary girls’ band of the Heisei era, has earned overwhelming support from teens.
This time, we’re shining a spotlight on them.
We’ve listed their most frequently sung karaoke hits in a ranking, ordered by number of plays.
CHATMONCHY Popular Song Ranking [2026] (1–10)
It’ll get stained.Chatto Monchī1rank/position
A mid-tempo number where the loneliness that drifts through the night city intersects with thoughts of someone special.
Wandering down an unfamiliar street, narrowing their eyes through cigarette smoke, the protagonist’s wavering emotions are vividly captured in lyrics by Akiko Fukuoka.
Eriko Hashimoto’s soaring vocals deliver a stinging blend of bitterness and wistfulness—a song that conveys the complexities of a woman’s heart.
Released as a single in November 2008, it was written as the theme song for the late-night NTV drama “Tonsura.” It also drew attention for being the first time Seiji Kameda served as producer, and it broke into the top 10 on the Oricon charts.
It has become a signature track, repeatedly included on releases such as the album “Kokuhaku” and various best-of compilations.
A song that stays by your side on nights when love leaves you swaying and you want to cherish your time alone.
Shangri-LaChatto Monchī2rank/position
There’s a behind-the-scenes story that the ending theme of the anime “Hataraki Man” was originally written as a dark song, but the final version turned out pop.
Beneath the bright melody, you can sense a certain instability and poignancy.
The overall vocal range is narrow but somewhat high, from C4 to D#5.
The key to singing it is to keep your delivery light.
The song itself is short at around three minutes, and the melody line is very simple, so even beginners to “Shangri-La” should be able to learn it quickly!
Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī3rank/position
This song, which closes Chatmonchy’s major-label debut mini-album “chatmonchy has come,” released in November 2005, was also used as the CM song for Recruit Holdings’ “Sotsu-ome Project 2007.” The lyrics, which make the everyday commute to school and days spent in the classroom suddenly shine as graduation approaches, carry a heart-wrenching poignancy.
The sound, blending the loneliness of parting with anxiety about the future, is sure to resonate deeply not only with students about to set off on their next journey, but also with adults who feel nostalgic for their youth.
It’s a track that lets you rediscover the preciousness of ordinary days.
When the wind blows, loveChatto Monchī4rank/position
A song I’d recommend to female-vocal bands looking for something to perform at school events or live houses is “Kaze Fukeba Koi,” released in 2008 by the rock band Chatmonchy.
It opens with driving, fast-paced drums, followed by rhythmic guitar work and a lively bassline.
Eriko Hashimoto’s vocals, which vividly portray the bittersweet romance of youth, are a great fit for bands with a female singer.
Each instrument has standout moments in the arrangement, making it an excellent practice piece for beginner bands as well.
It’s a rock number that’s sure to resonate with students experiencing love during their school years.
I walked home across the birthday cake.Chatto Monchī5rank/position
A catchy yet profound piece of guitar rock that lightly sings about a life taken one step at a time.
It’s a track by the Tokushima-born band Chatmonchy, included on their classic 2011 release YOU MORE.
Though the arrangement is simple band-style, the tight rhythm and the ensemble of guitar tones are standout points.
The lyrics brim with humor, and the poppy melody is downright charming.
While it doesn’t radiate an overtly bright, hope-filled message, it never leaves you feeling pessimistic.
How about gifting it as a birthday present to someone who gives their all day after day?
Bus RomanceChatmonchy6rank/position
Chatmonchy is a two-piece rock band whose influence is widely acknowledged by leading girl bands at the forefront of the J-POP scene.
“Bus Romance,” included as the B-side to their 4th single “There Is No Tomorrow for the Girls,” was featured in a commercial for Lotte’s Ghana Milk Chocolate.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, the joy of being able to meet always comes paired with the parting that follows, making your heart feel like it might burst.
It’s a heartfelt number with an ending that those who have overcome hardships to find happiness will surely relate to.
Love SpiritsChatto Monchī7rank/position
A Chatmonchy love song that conveys the ache of romance with a rock sound.
Its catchy lyrics and driving melody resonate deeply.
Released in 2006, it was also used as the ending theme for the music variety show “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP.” With a unique worldview and a bittersweet depiction of young love intricately intertwined, this piece seems to speak for those struggling with matters of the heart.
In the moments when your feelings for someone overflow, listening to this song might just clear your mind.
orangeChatto Monchī8rank/position
Daidai, which was used as the ending theme for the anime BLEACH—where characters in traditional Japanese attire engage in fierce battles—was released by Chatmonchy in 2007, delivering a simple yet deeply affecting rock sound.
The song’s lyrics, written by vocalist Eriko Hashimoto during her high school years, align beautifully with the series’ world, where high school students, including the protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki, take center stage.
The poignant vocals set against a weighty band sound make for a stirring track.
Be sure to listen to this rock ballad that portrays the heart of love in a true-to-life way.
wisdom toothChatto Monchī9rank/position
This is a song of gratitude from Chatmonchy, a rock band from Tokushima Prefecture.
Starting with the physical discomfort of an aching molar, it draws out warm memories of family and sings of the deep parental love felt while living apart.
Carried by a driving, fast-paced sound, this work delivers the thanks that are hard to say face-to-face and the bittersweetness of having become an adult before you knew it.
It’s included as the first track on the album “Seimeiryoku,” released in October 2007, and stands as a classic where the band’s momentum at the time coexists with delicate expressiveness.
Perfect for the bouquet presentation at a wedding, and also recommended for when you start living on your own and come to appreciate your parents.
This song will convey the feelings that are usually too embarrassing to put into words on your behalf.
Last Love LetterChatto Monchī10rank/position
Among Chatmonchy’s songs, this track stands out for its memorable bass melody.
When shaping your bass tone with an amp or equalizer, it’s an easy piece to discern and a very helpful reference.
It’s a song that makes you newly appreciate the bass’s dual role as both a rhythm-making instrument and one that can play melodic lines.
