Happy Song Rankings [2026]

Something like “happy”Sabasusutā50rank/position

Sabasister – “Happy Nante” Music Video

This is a Sabasister track that delivers a heartwarming message—reexamining the happiness hidden in everyday life—set to a refreshing melody.

The lyrics capture the small joys scattered throughout ordinary days from a fresh perspective, sure to resonate with many listeners.

Produced as the tie-in song for the new au Santaro series commercial “Minna de Hapiro!” that began airing in January 2025, it’s a hopeful piece perfectly suited to the start of the new year.

Following their major-label debut with the album “Kakugo o Kimero!” the band’s prowess shines even brighter in this release.

It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to pause amid a calm daily routine and simply feel happy.

The Happiest TwoTakeuchi Anna51rank/position

Anna Takeuchi – The Happiest Two (Music Video)

“The Two of Us at Our Best,” included on Anna Takeuchi’s third album “DRAMAS,” released on March 20, 2024.

The song’s cute vibe and Takeuchi’s slightly smoky, gentle vocals leave a strong impression.

The lyrics portray the feelings of a couple who’ve lived together for a long time, and the happiness-filled scenes of everyday life are sure to warm your heart.

Just when you think the poppy melody line will carry straight through, the groove flips midway and a mellow rap appears—an engaging arrangement that never gets boring.

Be sure to listen with that in mind.

front-facing camerawacci52rank/position

wacci “In-Camera” Music Video

A heartwarming love song by wacci that gently captures the everyday life of two people in love.

It portrays someone looking back on memories with their partner while browsing photos taken with a smartphone.

Many listeners will likely relate to the lyrics that say the real treasures aren’t the shots from scenic spots or fancy restaurants, but the selfies taken at home.

Included on the album “Dressing,” released in January 2025, the song was written and composed by vocalist Yohei Hashiguchi.

It’s a track that can prompt you to rediscover the importance of ordinary days and the happiness found within them.

Couple goalsCHIHIRO53rank/position

Couple goals

This is a song by CHIHIRO that straightforwardly expresses the happiness of spending the same time together as a couple.

The buoyant rhythm that conveys a sense of exhilaration and the calm sound that lets you savor the happiness both communicate a bright emotion.

While looking back on the little, ordinary memories the two of them have built up, it also portrays a wish for those happy days to continue.

By depicting the small events of everyday life, the song conveys a sense of effortless happiness and the trust between the two.

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loveHoshino Gen54rank/position

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

It became a hit as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu), and the “Koi Dance,” performed by the cast in the ending, exploded in popularity—you must have seen and heard it everywhere in dance videos and events.

While the dance tends to steal the spotlight, the lyrics of this song are actually quite thought-provoking and philosophical.

Despite the title “Koi” (Love), it never uses words like “I like you” or “I love you,” giving it a slightly mature and quietly wistful atmosphere.

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KanadeSukima Suichi55rank/position

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

This is one of Sukima Switch’s most beloved signature songs—an ultra-popular track that almost always appears in features about tearjerkers and ballads.

The accompaniment, which incorporates not only piano but also strings, has a beautiful impression, and vocalist Takuya Ohashi’s gentle, heartfelt singing is irresistible.

Listening only to the chorus lyrics might make you think it’s a breakup song, since it depicts a parting scene, but if you look at the lyrics as a whole, you’ll see it’s a song about a couple who are about to enter a long-distance relationship.

Even if they’re far apart, it expresses their determination that their hearts will remain connected.

That’s something only two people who truly care for each other can say, isn’t it? Their strong bond feels like it shares a bit of their happiness with us.

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Happy Endingback number56rank/position

back number – Happy End (full)

This song was chosen as the theme for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday,” which portrays a heartrending love story.

Its poignant, heart‑tightening lyrics and beautiful melody leave a strong impression.

Released in November 2016 as back number’s 16th single, it was written and composed by Iyori Shimizu.

The music video features Tori Matsuzaka and Haruna Kawaguchi, and its delicate depiction of the pain of long-distance relationships and the struggle of parting drew significant attention.

If you’ve experienced a breakup or are troubled about a relationship with someone important, this is a song that will speak to your heart—please give it a listen.