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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.

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Shogo Hamada’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
show_chartTitlePlaylistReview
1Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo
Sorrow like snowHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s classic song “Yuki no Hana,” a sorrow that resonates with the heart
2I am a fatherHamada Shogo
I am a fatherHamada Shogoplay_arrow
This song, which sings of deep love and a sense of responsibility toward family…
3Song of AugustHamada Shogo
Song of AugustHamada Shogoplay_arrow
From the impact of my father's experience of the atomic bombing to war, politics, …
4A Place in the SunHamada Shogo
A Place in the SunHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A ballad by Shogo Hamada depicting an extramarital affair
5Another SaturdayHamada Shogo
Another SaturdayHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A melancholic B-side single released in 1985
6Unrequited loveHamada Shogo
Unrequited loveHamada Shogoplay_arrow
It’s a song by Shogo Hamada that sings of heartrending feelings…
7Midnight Flight – A Lonely Christmas EveHamada Shogo
Midnight Flight - A Lonely Christmas EveHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The loneliness of airports and the ache of a broken heart
8A love song dedicated to youHamada Shogo
A love song dedicated to youHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A resolve to overcome the love for my late wife and the sorrow of farewell
9Boy in the back alleyHamada Shogo
Boy in the back alleyHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s autobiographical debut song
10Ring of the StarHamada Shogo
Ring of the StarHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A love song that sings of the fragility of romance
11Feel the windHamada Shogo
Feel the windHamada Shogoplay_arrow
An anthem of freedom and hope for a new season
12Sentimental ChristmasHamada Shogo
Sentimental ChristmasHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A song depicting the loneliness and melancholy of a winter city
13Love on the HillHamada Shogo
Love on the HillHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A poignant song that portrays the conflict of love
14J.BOYHamada Shogo
J.BOYHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s signature work, a song depicting the identity of young people during Japan’s bubble era
15MONEYHamada Shogo
MONEYHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A rock song that satirizes the craving for gold during the bubble era
16The way homeHamada Shogo
The way homeHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A ballad that sings of longing for one’s hometown
17Stay 19 foreverHamada Shogo
Stay 19 foreverHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A song that warmly looks back on youthful memories
18In the Name of LoveHamada Shogo
In the Name of LoveHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Explanation of how to sing Shogo Hamada’s profound ballads
19Season of Light and ShadowHamada Shogo
Season of Light and ShadowHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Questioning the journey of life in a rock song by Shogo Hamada
20A Painting of MayHamada Shogo
A Painting of MayHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A song that portrays joy and regret in a reunion with family
21The two of us since thenHamada Shogo
The two of us since thenHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The poignancy of two people walking separate paths
22The End of SummerHamada Shogo
The End of SummerHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s moving end-of-summer song resonates with the heart.
23Endless RunHamada Shogo
Endless RunHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Enhance a sense of unity in the venue with a fast-paced rock song
24ON THE ROADHamada Shogo
ON THE ROADHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A rock crowd-pleaser that requires stamina and powerful vocals
25PainHamada Shogo
PainHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Looking back on the days I spent with the loved one I lost...
26Monochrome RainbowHamada Shogo
Monochrome RainbowHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s classic song “Monochrome Rainbow”
27Your smileHamada Shogo
Your smileHamada Shogoplay_arrow
I look back on the memories I’ve built up with my beloved…
28Before the Generation of LoveHamada Shogo
Before the Generation of LoveHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A rock song carrying a message for the abolition of nuclear weapons
29A NEW STYLE WARHamada Shogo
A NEW STYLE WARHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada, released in September 1986...
30WALKING IN THE RAINHamada Shogo
WALKING IN THE RAINHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s distinctive songs and appeal
31Indigo-colored LetterHamada Shogo
Indigo-colored LetterHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A song of reflection and hope themed around a letter
32Another SaturdayHamada Shogo
Another SaturdayHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A ballad that portrays the resolve and depth to love someone who has been hurt
33The Last ShowHamada Shogo
The Last ShowHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A moving, mature song that portrays life's final destination
34The road to victoryHamada Shogo
The road to victoryHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada’s a...
35The road I walked with youHamada Shogo
The road I walked with youHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A song that reflects on life and talks about satisfaction
36Call Your NameHamada Shogo
Call Your NameHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Released on August 1, 2001 as the 33rd single, …
37The Sun Also RisesHamada Shogo
The Sun Also RisesHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A fresh and powerful song that depicts nature and hope
38AMERICAHamada Shogo
AMERICAHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A refreshing song depicting everyday life in America
39Days of DeceptionHamada Shogo
Days of DeceptionHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A masterpiece that explores the truths of life
40Watch out for the parking meter!Hamada Shogo
Watch out for the parking meter!Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
A singer-songwriter active since the 1970s…
41First loveHamada Shogo
First loveHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A first-love song sung by Hamashō. That said...
42early autumnHamada Shogo
early autumnHamada Shogoplay_arrow
They were incredibly active from the 1980s through the 1990s and...
43Love is magic.Hamada Shogo
Love is magic.Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
This “Love Is Magic” was released in 1995…
44…to be Kissin’youHamada Shogo
...to be Kissin'youHamada Shogoplay_arrow
In Shogo Hamada’s song, packed with passionate feelings...
45BREATHLESS LOVEHamada Shogo
BREATHLESS LOVEHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The 22nd single on May 11, 1988, and...
46NEW YEAR’S EVEHamada Shogo
NEW YEAR'S EVEHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A gentle parting of two people who have been together for many years
47THE LITTLE ROCKER’S MEDLEYHamada Shogo
THE LITTLE ROCKER'S MEDLEYHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The 17th single, released on August 1, 1984…
48The continuation of a dreamHamada Shogo
The continuation of a dreamHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A warm song wishing for memories with family and children’s growth
49A boy’s heartHamada Shogo
A boy's heartHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The 13th ... released on June 21, 1990
50Morning silhouetteHamada Shogo
Morning silhouetteHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The appeal of Shogo Hamada’s lyrical and smoky-toned solo songs
51fireworksHamada Shogo
fireworksHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A divorced father’s feelings for his child
52BIG BOY BLUESHamada Shogo
BIG BOY BLUESHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The loneliness and emptiness lurking behind dazzling success...
53DANCEHamada Shogo
DANCEHamada Shogoplay_arrow
In the face of life’s hardships and inescapable loneliness, …
54Snowbound Party -Tonight Visitors OK!-Hamada Shogo
Snowbound Party -Tonight Visitors OK!-Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
A Night of Love on a Street Corner Where Powdered Snow Dances
55Thank youHamada Shogo
Thank youHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada's gratitude song
56On this new morningHamada Shogo
On this new morningHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A light intro that evokes the arrival of spring, and a heart...
57Goodbye GameHamada Shogo
Goodbye GameHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The 27th single on September 30, 1996, and...
58My HometownHamada Shogo
My HometownHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The hopes and despair of young people living in a rapidly developing city...
59Last DanceHamada Shogo
Last DanceHamada Shogoplay_arrow
This song, with its heartrending melody and lyrics, touches the heart…
60Summer for TwoHamada Shogo
Summer for TwoHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A refreshing song about a summer romance at age 20
61Traveling SongwriterHamada Shogo
Traveling SongwriterHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A pop ballad that says loving from afar is also a form of affection.
62Generation without TomorrowHamada Shogo
Generation without TomorrowHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Set to a high-octane, fast-paced rock sound, the young...
63Tokyo / TOKYOHamada Shogo
Tokyo / TOKYOHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The glittering lights of the great metropolis—and the hidden shadows behind them...
64eternal loverHamada Shogo
eternal loverHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s soulful Christmas love song “Ave Maria”
65concert tourHamada Shogo
concert tourHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s 10th single, “A Generation Without Tomorrow…”
66Song of HydrangeasHamada Shogo
Song of HydrangeasHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The bittersweet ache of a love I can’t tell anyone about, a passion dampened by the rain…
67A beautiful nightHamada Shogo
A beautiful nightHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A love song depicting Shogo Hamada’s summer festival
68The Emperor’s New ClothesHamada Shogo
The Emperor's New ClothesHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Piercingly questioning the contradictions of society and the egos of human beings…
69The Poet’s BellHamada Shogo
The Poet’s BellHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada, who incisively cuts into the contradictions of society, …
70Whispers of a Rainy DayHamada Shogo
Whispers of a Rainy DayHamada Shogoplay_arrow
To the light, upbeat sound of rock ’n’ roll, …
71Happy Birthday SongHamada Shogo
Happy Birthday SongHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A birthday song filled with gratitude to my parents
72Happy Birthday SongHamada Shogo
Happy Birthday SongHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude for life and blessings
73LOVE HAS NO PRIDEHamada Shogo
LOVE HAS NO PRIDEHamada Shogoplay_arrow
On October 1, 1998, their 30th single and...
74With these feelings as they areHamada Shogo
With these feelings as they areHamada Shogoplay_arrow
I wish the night I spent with my lover would last forever…
75A Kiss for GoodbyeHamada Shogo
A Kiss for GoodbyeHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Released on December 1, 1979 as the eighth single...
76Poem of ImagesHamada Shogo
Poem of ImagesHamada Shogoplay_arrow
To the artist I revere as my mentor, Takuro Yoshida...
77Threads of LightHamada Shogo
Threads of LightHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Album 'Journey of a So…'
78Arc de TriompheHamada Shogo
Arc de TriompheHamada Shogoplay_arrow
The album “PROM…” released in 1982
79When you are in the time of your life…Hamada Shogo
When you are in the time of your life…Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
One of Shogo Hamada’s early signature works. The relaxed tempo makes it easy to follow the pitch.
80Until I met youHamada Shogo
Until I met youHamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s early masterpiece love song
81The night is still young.Hamada Shogo
The night is still young.Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
The 18th ... released on April 29, 2015
82Love Is Magic -Magic In The Summer Night-Hamada Shogo
Love Is Magic -Magic In The Summer Night-Hamada Shogoplay_arrow
Shogo Hamada’s classic song “Maria of My Heart”
83To my belovedHamada Shogo
To my belovedHamada Shogoplay_arrow
A gentle love ballad. Sing the high notes with support.