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GLAY’s Most Touching Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
We’ll introduce GLAY’s moving songs—ranging from undeniably cool tracks to the occasional playful tune that delights fans—in a ranked list of popular hits.
Many of GLAY’s songs strike a deep chord, and plenty of listeners likely find themselves relating to the lyrics as they listen.
GLAY's Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026] (1–10)
A person who loves springGLAY1rank/position
A gem of a ballad born from the inspiration of witnessing people endure Iceland’s harsh winter while longing for spring.
It poetically depicts the changing of the seasons and human emotions, and its heartwarming melody—woven by delicate piano tones and the band’s dynamic groove—leaves a strong impression.
Included on the album “BELOVED,” released in November 1996, this GLAY number also gained popularity the following year as the B-side to the single “Kuchibiru,” and has been featured on numerous classic releases, including the best-of album “DRIVE-GLAY complete BEST.” It’s a song we especially recommend to those who, while awaiting the arrival of spring, hold dear the feelings they have for someone special.
Only One,Only YouGLAY2rank/position
As a visual kei rock band, GLAY has been active on the front lines for over 20 years.
Their 60th single, “Only One, Only You,” released in 2022, is an anti-war song written by the band’s leader, TAKURO, in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
The lyrics, depicting everyday life falling apart and cityscapes reduced to rubble, likely resonate with many who have seen these heartbreaking realities on the news or social media.
Stop the fighting, and wish for peace not just for yourself, but for everyone.
It’s a song that strongly conveys that sentiment.
Winter, againGLAY3rank/position
This song, “Winter, again,” GLAY’s best-selling single, is their 16th single released in 1999.
For those who remember when it was a hit, hearing it may stir up nostalgia—many people probably still sing it at karaoke today.
It’s a track where winter’s cold seems to press down and intensify those bittersweet feelings, the people and memories that make your chest tighten, and all the things that feel like your heart might freeze.
A number that amplifies the chill in both body and soul.
BELOVEDGLAY4rank/position
The song that makes you want to stay forever by the side of a partner with whom you’ve overcome many hardships is “BELOVED.” It was released in 1996 by GLAY, an indispensable name when talking about Japan’s visual kei rock bands, and was used as the theme song for the drama “A Summer Proposal.” TERU’s passionate vocals etched into the straightforward band performance are truly heart-throbbing.
It’s a moving love song that portrays “life” and “love,” choices we make even amid uncertainty.
Its radiant, warm melody will soothe your heart.
Try listening to it while thinking of someone special to you.
COLORSGLAY5rank/position
The theme song for the 2019 theatrical film Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light, released by GLAY.
Set against piano and strings, it’s a guaranteed tearjerker in which moments of heartfelt connection and moving depictions within the real-life father–child relationship are delivered with overwhelming vocal power.
It’s a masterpiece that reminds us to rediscover the small expressions of gratitude found in ordinary families.
somedayGLAY6rank/position
Itsuka, released in 2003 by GLAY—one of Japan’s leading rock bands—is a rock track that was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama Detective Ichiro.
The determination to never give up, believing that someday your dreams will come true and that you’ll meet again, is important.
Still, everyone has moments when hardship makes them feel like giving up.
This song instills a strong feeling that, even without concrete proof, someday you’ll meet again, someday you might achieve it.
Give it a listen and let it lift your spirits.
SakurabitoGLAY7rank/position
It’s a heartfelt ballad filled with the feelings of people who live alongside the cherry blossoms.
It carefully portrays the choices and struggles of those who leave their hometown and those who remain.
Written by GLAY for a Fukushima reconstruction support project, the song was included on the bonus CD of the album “MUSIC LIFE,” released in November 2014.
It was later chosen as the ending theme for the information program “Joho Live Miyaneya.” At a concert in February 2015, the four members performed an acoustic version by themselves, said to have played it with their thoughts turned toward Tohoku.
As spring arrives and you begin life in a new environment, why not listen to this song and draw some courage from it?