Theme Songs, Insert Songs, and Popular Song Rankings by Female Singer-Songwriters [2026]

Song of the Four SeasonsMINMI15rank/position

Song of the Four Seasons

It’s a work with a mysterious atmosphere that’s nostalgic yet fires you up.

It’s a track by MINMI, a singer-songwriter from Osaka, included as a coupling on the 2004 single “Ai no Mi.” It was the ending theme for Shinichirō Watanabe’s anime Samurai Champloo.

While the song’s fast-paced development is easy to groove to, the lyrics—evoking one of the protagonists, Fuu—are heartbreakingly bittersweet.

That striking contrast really gets me.

If you like reggae, soca, or lo-fi hip-hop, give it a listen.

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Araki Jakkan

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FallSuperfly16rank/position

Superfly『Fall』(Music Video)

Superfly has a song whose lyrics, depicting the peril that lurks within the human heart, make you catch your breath.

Written as the theme for the TBS drama “Anata ni wa Kaeru Ie ga Aru,” which portrays the emotions of characters swayed by a forbidden love, it was included on the single “Bloom,” released in June 2018.

Regarding this song, Shiho Ochi described its theme as “a story about a monster in the shape of a human,” and when combined with its jazzy, seductive sound, it draws listeners into a mysterious world.

On a night when you want to feel a little more grown-up, it’s also recommended to immerse yourself in this thrilling narrative world while listening to the track.

On Your SideSuperfly17rank/position

Superfly『On Your Side』Music Video

“On Your Side” is a track included on Superfly’s fifth album, “WHITE,” released in 2015.

It was written as the ABC Summer High School Baseball support song and the theme for “Nettou Koshien.” Composed by Los Angeles–born songwriter Bonnie McKee, “On Your Side” is a grand medium-tempo ballad whose lyrics—expressing the desire to be there for you—resonate with the friendships of high school baseball players, making it a beloved classic.

There’s even an anecdote that Superfly was so moved during recording that she couldn’t sing for a moment.

Be sure to give it a listen!

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Hamada Takuya

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with a gentle heartSuperfly18rank/position

Superfly “With a Gentle Heart” Music Video

This is “Yasashii Kimochi de,” which served as the theme song for Mezamashi TV for a year starting in April 2009.

It’s performed by Superfly.

Ochi’s vocals are both powerful and gentle, resonating in a way that calms the hectic rush of a busy morning—an expansive mid-tempo number.

True to its title, it makes you want to go through the day with a kind heart.

Listening to it naturally warms your heart.

Replaying it from time to time can even bring back memories of how your mornings felt back when it was on the air.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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flareSuperfly19rank/position

Superfly “Flare” (Music Video) — Theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Scarlet”

Superfly’s song “Flare” was written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Scarlet,” starring Erika Toda.

It reached No.

2 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

The music video, filmed in stop motion with 1,500 candles, has a fantastical feel.

The title “Flare” carries two meanings: “flame” and “self-expression/talent.” With its upbeat, forward-driving sound, it’s a track that makes you feel happy as you listen.

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Hamada Takuya

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A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly20rank/position

Superfly “A Bouquet With Love” Music Video

A bouquet of flowers given with feelings of love and gratitude to someone special.

This is one of Superfly’s signature songs that captures the sentiment of giving such a wonderful present.

Released in 2008, the song was chosen as the theme for the TV drama “Edison no Haha” starring Misaki Ito.

Today, it’s also a popular go-to song for weddings.

Its warm melody and Ochi’s vocals leave a lasting impression, making you feel gentle just by listening.

It’s a song that makes you want to send a bouquet to someone you want to tell you love them or someone to whom you want to express your thanks.

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SAKI

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feel my soulYUI21rank/position

YUI　『feel my soul ～2012 ver.～』

This is YUI’s signature song, which served as the theme for a Monday 9 p.m.

drama and became her major-label debut single.

While her clear voice and appearance often give her a cute image—she does have adorable songs, of course—this track is powerful and easy for adult women to sing as well.