Megumi Hayashibara Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Goodbye for today.Hayashibara Megumi21rank/position

Goodbye for today.

This number is a cover of a classic choral piece beloved by many, arranged in a somewhat impersonal, quiet style.

Its simple melody about parting, friendship, and the wish to meet again takes on a heartrending yet cruel resonance when tied to the work’s worldview.

The track was included on the album “Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance Original Soundtrack,” released in July 2009.

Used as an insert song in the anime film “Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance,” it appears during a shocking mid-film scene and left a deep impact on audiences.

In this piece, Megumi Hayashibara—voice actor and singer who plays the main character Rei Ayanami—delivers a restrained, matter-of-fact vocal performance.

Recommended for moments when you want to calm your mind or to carefully recall the film’s unforgettable scenes.

It’s a promise.Hayashibara Megumi22rank/position

Ahiru no Quack OP “It’s a Promise” & ED “Happy Happy”

This is a single by Megumi Hayashibara released in May 1989.

It was used as the theme song for the TV anime “Ahiru no Quack: A Little Duck’s Big Love Story.” With Megumi Hayashibara’s rising popularity, it was re-released in March 1997.

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Megumi Hayashibara “Spear of Termination / Beginning of the End” preview video

While you’re engrossed in pachinko or pachislot, the music coming from the machine fuels your emotions like gasoline to a fire.

“The Beginning of the End,” sung by Megumi Hayashibara, was created for Pachinko Shin Evangelion and powerfully grips the player’s heart.

The lyrics as expressed by Hayashibara convey a deep connection with the Evangelion characters, so hearing it during gameplay is sure to stir even greater excitement.

Entrancing players, this song lingers in the ears and has the power to move the heart.

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Megumi Hayashibara “Spear of Termination / Beginning of the End” preview video

“Spear of Termination” is a song performed by Megumi Hayashibara for the pachinko machine “Shin Evangelion.” With lyrics written by Hayashibara herself and composition/arrangement by Go Takahashi, the track leaves a deep impression on players.

The single, released for the game, can be enjoyed alongside footage from the film, creating an immersive feeling as if you’re part of the story.

After its first reveal on a radio program, the song captivated many listeners.

Set against Evangelion’s grand worldview, it is sure to heighten players’ excitement and anticipation.