Da Capo Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Is it true that you’re getting married?Da Kāpo1rank/position

Is it true that you’re getting married?

Beginning with a short letter that arrives on a morning after the rain, this song is known as Da Capo’s signature work.

Released in June 1974 as their fourth single, it became a major hit, selling 312,000 copies on the Oricon chart.

The protagonist’s complex feelings upon learning of an ex-lover’s marriage are woven together with beautiful imagery—red cosmos flowers and a blue breeze.

Packed with the charm of folk music, it’s a song that resonates deeply when sung at karaoke.

Recommended for those who have experienced heartbreak or who want to express the wish for a loved one’s happiness.

Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo2rank/position

Like a flower that blooms in the field

It’s a simple yet deeply affecting song, with a melody that sinks into your heart and a warm, uplifting message.

Through the image of a flower that blooms quietly yet powerfully amid the harshness of nature, it seems to teach us the beauty of always looking forward and living true to ourselves.

The gentle vocals of the folk duo Da Capo enrich that world even further.

First released on record in July 1983 as the B-side to the single “Loneliness Like a Sudden Shower,” it became widely beloved as the theme song of the drama The Naked General’s Wandering Journey.

The story that it was turned into an official recording at viewers’ request also speaks to how strongly the song resonated with people.

Hum it around a campfire, and you’re sure to feel a warm sense of togetherness.

It’s a classic that quietly stays by your side in those small moments of life.

Cape SoyaDa Kāpo3rank/position

Cape Soya / Da Capo

Soya Cape, sung by the mixed-gender folk duo Da Capo.

The original song was released in 1972 by Mari Kuroki.

Cape Soya is the northernmost cape in Wakkanai City, located in northern Hokkaido.

This anthem brims with local pride, weaving into its lyrics scenes of the drift ice once visible from Cape Soya and the beauty of “flower makeup.” When you travel to Wakkanai, a place where unique culture still remains, try looking for the music monument at Cape Soya engraved with the lyrics of Soya Cape!

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To Terra… Coming Home to TerraDa Kāpo4rank/position

To Terra (Earth) …

This is the opening theme of the animated film adaptation of the classic sci-fi manga Toward the Terra.

It is sung by the husband-and-wife duo Da Capo.

It’s a renowned song that expresses the sorrow and longing for Earth felt by the characters as they head toward the planet while burdened with various worries and anxieties.

Don’t say goodbyeDa Kāpo5rank/position

Don't say goodbye

This song, with its warm, gentle melody and hope-filled lyrics, truly resonates with the heart.

Da Capo’s exquisite harmonies ring pleasantly, making it the ending theme for the film “Doraemon: Go for It! Gian!!” Released in March 2001, the song is notable for avoiding words of farewell and instead speaking of hope for tomorrow.

Set against scenes bathed in sunset and rain, it portrays the courage to overcome hardships.

Staying true to the world of Doraemon, it carries a message of hope for the future.

It’s the perfect track to listen to when you want to feel a heartwarming glow after watching the movie.

Today is the youngest you’ll ever be!Da Kāpo6rank/position

Today is the youngest you’ll ever be!

This is a song included on the album “A Gift for the Future ~Today Is the Youngest You’ll Ever Be!~,” released in 2023 to mark the 50th anniversary of their debut.

It’s filled with hope for a life that shines brighter with age, making it an anthem of encouragement for the senior generation.

The uplifting lyrics set to a simple melody really resonate.

In this so-called era of 100-year lifespans, a message like this is sure to speak to people in their eighties.

GraduationDa Kāpo7rank/position

Graduation

When it comes to Da Capo, they’ve had various hit songs, but the first one that comes to mind is, of course, “Is It True You’re Getting Married?” However, the song I’m introducing here is Da Capo’s “Sotsugyo” (“Graduation”).

In addition to its single release, it was also included on the 1977 album Intimate: Da Capo Sings at the Grand Theater.

With lyrics that feel a bit different from a school graduation—more like a “graduation from love”—the song portrays a farewell scene with a refreshing touch, evoking the crispness of spring.

Some listeners may be moved by its friendly melody and the gentle vocals of the two members of Da Capo.

By the way, “da capo” is a musical term meaning “back to the beginning of the piece.”