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HY’s Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

HY’s Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
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Back in 2008, when “366 Days” was released, all the young people were listening to it, right?

This time, we’re bringing you HY’s moving songs.

They’re all deeply profound tracks that resonate with the emotions of today’s younger generation as well.

Perfect for karaoke, too.

HY’s Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026] (1–10)

366 daysHY1rank/position

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)
366 daysHY

Based on letters from HY’s fans, this song beautifully captures the pain of parting and the bittersweet feeling of continuing to love.

The lyrics, drawn from member Izumi Nakasone’s personal experiences, are full of realism and resonate deeply with listeners.

Included on the album “HeartY,” released in April 2008, it garnered major media attention, serving as the theme song for the drama and film “Akai Ito” (Red Thread).

It’s a standout ballad recommended not only for those who can relate to the sorrow of heartbreak, but also for anyone who wants to feel the depth of pure love.

NAOHY2rank/position

HY – NAO (Official Music Video)
NAOHY

This is a song by HY that feels like warm words spoken gently to someone heading into an unrequited love.

There’s also a story that member Izumi Nakasone wrote it while thinking of a friend, and the highly relatable portrayal of one-sided feelings resonates deeply.

The warm, piano-centered sound conveys a comforting presence that stays close to a hurting heart.

It’s a moving piece with an atmosphere that seems to wish happiness for everyone experiencing unrequited love.

Song for…HY3rank/position

“Song for…” carries a simple yet powerful message: the longing to see the one you love.

Created by HY, a mixture band from Okinawa, it was included on their 2004 album TRUNK.

The song depicts a heartwarming love story, capturing moments when genuine feelings overflow.

Natsukone Izumi’s soulful vocals over the slow tempo convey a straightforward, earnest love.

It’s a track that resonates with many shades of romance—whether you’re mutually in love but can’t easily meet, or struggling with a long-distance relationship.

Across timeHY4rank/position

HY is a band that has released many heartrending love songs and continues to be loved.

Their song “Toki o Koe” is included on the 2010 album Whistle.

Don’t the lyrics—shaped by the fact that they’re a band from Okinawa—tighten your chest with every word they sing and convey? The stories about war told by a grandmother make you feel that nothing is born from war.

Beyond the preciousness of life, this is a song that powerfully makes you feel that the message “war is wrong” should be passed down forever.

AM11:00HY5rank/position

Just hearing the intro of this song brings back memories of school days—many women in their 30s probably feel the same.

Plenty of people even chose it as their cell phone ringtone.

When this song was released, you could hear it playing in schools, convenience stores, and on street corners everywhere.

Since it can be sung as a male-female duet, it’s also one of the most popular karaoke songs.

If you can pull off the rap in the interlude, it looks really cool, too.

With its refreshing vibe, it’s the perfect track for car BGM!

Thank youHY6rank/position

This is a song by HY that straightforwardly expresses gratitude to the people who stood by your side when you were struggling and gave you energy no matter the circumstances.

Its bright rhythm and radiant chorus are striking, and the overall sound conveys positive feelings directly.

While it centers on the image of those important people who supported you and the happiness you received from them, it also portrays the desire to become someone who can bring happiness to others.

It’s a song that conveys a wish to be there for each other and a strong sense of connection—the feeling of wanting to continue spending time together from here on.

OceanHY7rank/position

HY – Ocean (Official Music Video)
OceanHY

This song, included on HY’s debut album “Departure,” captures the beauty of Okinawa’s ocean—the band hails from Okinawa Prefecture.

It opens with a calm, conversational tone that unfolds into a powerful band sound, evoking images of a tranquil sea and summer sunlight.

The lyrics depict a love story connected to the sea, conveying a bittersweet feeling as if reflecting on memories of a summer that has passed.

The rap-centered vocals also suggest emotions overflowing with things left unsaid.

The wind that thinks of youHY8rank/position

HY “The Wind That Thinks of You” PV
The wind that thinks of youHY

This is a love song by HY, where youthful, flavorful sounds and a gentle, approachable vocal tone perfectly match a smooth band style.

It has a lively mood that works great for karaoke, and its artistry resonates well with people in their thirties, making it easy to feature.

Closest to meHY9rank/position

HY – The Closest to Me (Official Music Video)
Closest to meHY

HY has many moving, tear-jerking songs.

“Ichiban Chikaku ni” is one of the tracks on HY’s eighth album, Route29, released in 2012, and it’s another deeply emotional, tear-inducing number.

This song was also used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series Jun to Ai.

Who is the person closest to you? Many people find it awkward to express gratitude to those who are right by their side.

Listening to this song will surely make you want to convey your thanks.

White BeachHY10rank/position

HY – White Beach (Official Music Video)
White BeachHY

Released as a single in 2006 by HY, a mixture band from Okinawa, this work is one of their signature songs from their early days.

From the opening lines, the parched wind, hints of winter, and scenes of white beaches weave a unique atmosphere that delicately captures the shifting seasons particular to the subtropics.

The refreshing guitar sound, warm vocals, and nostalgic melody resonate pleasantly, giving it a curious charm that makes you want to listen during the colder months.

Performed since the era of their early album Departure, it has remained a staple at their live shows.

Whether you’re spending a winter night reminiscing about a distant summer or feeling a sudden pang of wistfulness at the turn of the seasons, the song’s gentle warmth will be there to keep you company.