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

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Aimyon – Stay Like This Tonight [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

The theme song for the drama “We Cannot Become Beasts,” starring Yui Aragaki and Ryuhei Matsuda, is “Konya Konomama” by the hugely popular singer-songwriter Aimyon.

The story centers on a certain bar where characters burdened with problems at work and in their personal lives gather, and it depicts each of their human dramas.

Many viewers probably found themselves nodding along at various points thinking, “I feel that!” Starting with the title “Konya Konomama,” there are parts of the lyrics that evoke the drama’s storyline, so it might be interesting to listen again while looking at the lyrics.

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Hane Keisuke

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Aimyon – Flower of Love [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A singer-songwriter with a nostalgic acoustic sound beloved by a wide audience, Aimyon.

Written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Ranman,” this work was released in June 2023 as her 14th single.

Its pop melody and lilting triple meter feel so pleasant.

The lyrics, which accompany the story of a botanist and view tears as new seeds that will bloom in the future, mirror the protagonist’s journey through adversity.

It’s an emotional pop tune that gently nudges your heart—perfect when you’re thinking of someone dear or ready to take a new step forward.

My heart is with youtsuji ayano31rank/position

Ayano Tsuji – My Heart Goes Out to You (Music Video)

This is a single released by Ayano Tsuji in 2000.

In addition to being used on the TV show Ponkikkies, it was also featured in a cosmetics commercial.

The gentle sound of the ukulele—Ayano Tsuji’s signature instrument—resonates softly, creating a calming atmosphere that leaves a strong impression.

Despite the soothing sound, the lyrics seem to express a bittersweet feeling within oneself.

It’s also a song that conveys a strong determination, as if calling out to both the listener and the self that hearts remain connected even when apart.

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Hitoto Yo – Hanamizuki

In response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States, Yo Hitoto wrote this signature song as a powerful prayer for peace.

Set to a grand ballad, it expresses a moving, universal wish: that happiness will continue for a hundred years for the one you love and the people dear to them.

Released in February 2004 as her fifth single, it set a record by staying on the Oricon charts for 125 consecutive weeks.

It has been featured as the theme for NTV’s Tuesday Suspense Theater, in JRA commercials, and as the theme song for a film of the same title.

It’s a timeless masterpiece to listen to when you sincerely wish happiness for someone important, or when you want to quietly stand by someone facing difficulties.

The song has been performed many times on the 24-Hour Television charity program, moving countless viewers.

Relationship of Others feat. SOIL & “PIMP” SESSIONSHitoto Yo33rank/position

Yo Hitoto - 'Other People's Relationship' feat. SOIL & "PIMP" SESSIONS

This song revives a classic from the Showa era with a sleek, modern jazz arrangement, bringing a sultry new sheen to it.

Yo Hitoto’s deeply emotive vocals intersect with the dynamic performance of SOIL&“PIMP”SESSIONS to vividly depict a hidden love—sweet yet bittersweet.

Released as a single in August 2014, it became a talking point as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Hirugao: Love Affairs in the Afternoon.” Perfect for nights when you want to linger in the afterglow of love, it captures the complexities of adult romance with exquisite nuance.

Between the Sky and YouNakajima Miyuki34rank/position

Between the Sky and You / Miyuki Nakajima with Lyrics 💎 High-Quality Full 🎧 Homeless Child Theme Song 📺 (cover) Sora to Kimi no Aida ni – Miyuki Nakajima

It’s the theme song from the 1994 TV drama starring Yumi Adachi.

The drama, which included scenes so extreme they’d be unthinkable today, was so popular it even won a Buzzword of the Year Award.

The powerful vocals, as if speaking on behalf of the protagonist, are truly empowering.

Riding on the back of a silver dragonNakajima Miyuki35rank/position

Riding on the Back of a Silver Dragon [Gin no Ryū no se ni notte] / Miyuki Nakajima — Drama “Dr. Coto’s Clinic” Theme Song, Unplugged cover by Ai Ninomiya

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Coto’s Clinic is a 2003 drama adaptation of Takatoshi Yamada’s manga about a doctor striving at a clinic on a remote island.

The lead role was played by Hidetaka Yoshioka, and it became his signature work following From the North Country.

The theme song was Miyuki Nakajima’s “Ride on the Back of the Silver Dragon,” which reached No.

4 on the Oricon singles chart.

According to Nakajima, the “silver dragon” refers to a surgical scalpel.

It’s a standout song with lyrics carrying the message “Rouse your spirit and take flight,” which really hits home.

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Hamada Takuya

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