Kiyoshiro Imawano’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

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Blunt Love – Kiyoshiro Imawano & 2•3’s

This is a song by 2・3’s (pronounced “Niizans”), the first band Kiyoshiro formed after RC Succession broke up.

Kiyoshiro said that the band had a bad reputation among his existing fans, and quite a few of them drifted away.

The lineup of 2・3’s included Kenji Oshima, who later became the drummer of THE HIGH-LOWS and has been active as a producer for Fumiya Fujii.

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Kiyoshiro Imawano - Phantom

This is a song I loved from an old laserdisc of Kiyoshiro’s solo live performance, where he did a great acoustic rendition.

The flashy outfit and the many flowers on his head were incredible.

The lyrics are uniquely Kiyoshiro as well.

The performance was memorable, especially at the end when most of the floral headpiece had come off.

I shall be releasedImawano Kiyoshirō33rank/position

I shall be released ; RC Succession ①

These are songs preserved in the live recordings from the time when the record company RC Succession was with ordered the album to be withdrawn from sale; they’re parody versions of Bob Dylan songs.

People say that when Bob Dylan is covered in Japanese, it ends up sounding just like Takuro Yoshida, but when Kiyoshiro sings it, it sounds like a Kiyoshiro song.

Song of HealingImawano Kiyoshirō34rank/position

Song of Healing

It was included on the single CD for the song JUMP.

At the time of its release, it was used in a TV commercial, and Kiyoshiro also appeared in it.

It was also when the term “iyashi-kei” (healing type) began to be used frequently, so I think it was a very timely song.

Sunshine LoveImawano Kiyoshirō35rank/position

Sunshine Love

A pre-release single from the album “Rainbow Cafe,” which was released in 1998 after moving from Toshiba EMI, where she had been for about 14 years, to Polydor.

She was very active in the media at the time, so this is a song she often performed on television.

Magica Demiur Star TourImawano Kiyoshirō36rank/position

Biri-i Banban – White Swing ~ Theme of the Magicademil Star Tour

It wasn’t included on any of the original albums; it was a song performed as the opening number on a tour of small live houses across the country.

It’s a parody of the Beatles’ Magical Mystery Tour, and the venue instantly went wild.

Mom, please stop.Imawano Kiyoshirō37rank/position

Mama Mouyamete

It’s a track where a heart-wrenchingly urgent message fuses with a simple yet powerful rock sound, conveying Kiyoshiro’s sharp gaze toward society.

Included on the 2005 album “GOD,” this work is a shocking piece that depicts a painful cry within the home from a child’s perspective.

Co-written by Kiyoshiro and Shinji Miyake, it’s also known for featuring Kiyoshiro himself on drums—a soulful, hidden gem.

Though not released as a single, its lyrics delve into the darker side of modern society, powerfully shaking listeners and prompting reflection.

With few words and a straightforward melody, the pitch is easy to catch, but because of the heavy theme, try singing it with clear diction—conveying the words distinctly—while feeling the rock beat and pouring emotion into the performance.

Marmalade SongImawano Kiyoshirō38rank/position

Marmalade Song

A pop song by Kiyoshiro Imawano, who radiated overwhelming charisma in Japan’s rock scene and continues to be loved even after his passing.

It’s a number where the bittersweet melancholy woven into its bright tone and the poignant emotions drawn from everyday scenes really strike the heart.

Many listeners may find themselves startled by its world, which portrays a helpless sense of loss—like searching for your trace in the sweet jar on the breakfast table.

Included as the B-side of a single released in April 1996, it was also used as the opening theme for Fuji TV’s “Mōretsu Asia Tarō.” Another intriguing point is that the lyrics are credited to the name Mako Momoi.

A fan favorite that opens the album “GOODBYE EMI,” it’s a perfect recommendation when you want to look back on the bittersweet memories of love.

Lucky BoyImawano Kiyoshirō39rank/position

Lucky Boy

A relentlessly upbeat, feel-good positive number by Kiyoshiro Imawano that’ll lift your spirits just by listening! The lyrics don’t deny failure or setbacks, and they make you believe you’ve got luck on your side—gently wrapping a downcast heart in warmth.

This track appears in the latter half of the classic album “Memphis,” released in March 1992.

Produced by Steve Cropper and recorded in the home of soul music, Memphis, the sound—complete with a horn section—delivers full-on groove.

On days when things go wrong or when you want to regain your confidence, Kiyoshiro’s vocals will undoubtedly give you a push.

Add it to your playlist as a personal fight song.

I want to brag about it to people all over the world.Imawano Kiyoshirō40rank/position

Kiyoshiro Imawano – I Want to Boast to People All Around the World

The straightforward lyrics, which clearly bring out Kiyoshiro Imawano’s sentimental side, are truly moving and bring tears to your eyes! “Sekai-ju no Hito ni Jiman Shitai yo” (“I Want to Brag About You to Everyone in the World”) was released as a single in April 1996 under Kiyoshiro’s solo name.

The lyrics, which express a pure desire to boast about someone precious to you and about the bond between you and them, avoid any sense of insincerity precisely because Kiyoshiro is the one singing them, and they simply seep into the listener’s heart.

The soulful backing vocals are another highlight, showcasing a side of Kiyoshiro’s musicality distinct from domestic J-pop-style ballads.

The range is a bit on the high side, but the melody is easy to pitch.

Try singing it with your heart, savoring each word.

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