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Shogo Hamada’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada, known for his distinctive music that lies somewhere between folk and rock, imbues each of his songs with powerful messages, influenced in part by his own upbringing.

Here, we introduce a ranking of his most popular songs—tracks through which listeners can draw messages and lessons from a variety of perspectives.

Shogo Hamada Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (41–50)

Love is magic.Hamada Shogo43rank/position

This song, “Love Is Magic,” is the B-side to Shogo Hamada’s 1995 single “Maria of My Heart.” Following the Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995, the single was released as a charity single with the aim of donating its sales proceeds to Kobe.

The lyrics are a love song about meeting and falling in love in Kobe.

…to be Kissin’youHamada Shogo44rank/position

…to be Kissin’you (Flash & Shadow)
...to be Kissin'youHamada Shogo

This is a song by Shogo Hamada filled with passionate emotion.

It weaves together ardent love and a sense of loneliness, expressing deep feelings.

Released as a single in April 2000, it was also included on the following year’s album, “SAVE OUR SHIP.” Characterized by a rock sound with strong grunge influences, it features a variety of instruments.

It’s also intriguing that it was written over the New Year holidays and recorded immediately afterward.

This is a recommended track for those troubled by love or for anyone who finds themselves dreaming of the city at night.

You’ll surely be moved by Shogo Hamada’s soul-stirring vocals.

BREATHLESS LOVEHamada Shogo45rank/position

[22nd Single] breathless Love / Shogo Hamada cover
BREATHLESS LOVEHamada Shogo

Released on May 11, 1988 as the 22nd single.

A track included on the album “FATHER’S SON.” A pop song about a one-night encounter born of a fleeting connection.

It paints a scene of a love that is bittersweet and aching, dark and intense.

NEW YEAR’S EVEHamada Shogo46rank/position

A classic ballad by singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada that portrays the gentle parting of two people who have been together for many years.

You can almost see the scene of a New Year’s Eve night when, caring for each other yet choosing different paths for the sake of their respective futures, they decide to part ways.

Listening to this song, some may quietly reflect on a past farewell and wonder, “Did that decision allow us both to take a new step forward?” The track was included on the album FATHER’S SON, released in March 1988, and was later self-covered by Hamada.

For those who have had to make a painful choice, this song may feel like one that gently embraces that decision and gives you the strength to look ahead—an intimate companion to the heart.

THE LITTLE ROCKER’S MEDLEYHamada Shogo47rank/position

The Little Rocker’s Medley (ON THE ROAD 2023 Welcome back to The Rock Show youth in the “JUKEBOX”)
THE LITTLE ROCKER'S MEDLEYHamada Shogo

The B-side track of the 17th single “DANCE,” released on August 1, 1984.

Not included on any album.

It’s an upbeat rock ’n’ roll song that cheerfully sings about the wild everyday life of youth—discos, picking up girls, fights, dropping out of school, and living on part-time jobs.

The continuation of a dreamHamada Shogo48rank/position

Dreams, Continued [Album Version] (Music Video / Short Version)
The continuation of a dreamHamada Shogo

This song portrays memories built with family and the wish for children to grow up healthy.

It is included on the 2015 album “Journey of a Songwriter.” Because of its simple structure—like a solo guitar performance—the warmth of family comes through clearly.

The song’s essence lies in a gentle vocal delivery that faces one’s own heart, so it’s important to sing as if conveying the lyrics directly.

Its relatively modest melodic range also makes it easy to sing, which is part of the song’s appeal.

A boy’s heartHamada Shogo49rank/position

Boy's Heart (Music Video / ROAD OUT MOVIE)
A boy's heartHamada Shogo

A song included on the 13th album “For Whom the Bell Tolls,” released on June 21, 1990.

It paints a scene of driving through the night with her to the sea, a wine bottle on board.

It’s a slow-tempo love song about a love that will never change.