Kaela Kimura’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

YellowKimura Kaera36rank/position

Kaela Kimura “Yellow” [short ver.]

This is Kaela Kimura’s 10th single, released on October 24, 2007.

It served as the theme song for the Nippon TV sports news program “Sports Urugusu.” A rock tune with an aggressive, driving feel, it’s an anthem for women—Kimura herself wrote the lyrics and delivers a powerful message: “I’m a woman, but I won’t be coddled—be strong.” It’s definitely a song meant to be sung by women.

memoriesKimura Kaera37rank/position

Kaela Kimura “memories” [short ver.]

This song was selected as the theme song for the movie Paco and the Magical Picture Book.

The music video, which captures the film’s world and feels like a fairytale picture book, is adorable.

It’s a cute, uplifting tune that makes you feel like you’re listening to a children’s song.

LillianKimura Kaera38rank/position

Lillian / Kaela Kimura

It’s a lively, energetic song that’s so typically Kaela Kimura.

Fun fact: it was composed by Kameda, the former bassist of Tokyo Jihen, so the bassline is absolutely wild.

It works both as rock and as J-pop—a hidden gem.

And Kaela-chan really does look best with a bob haircut.

Crocodile and Little BirdKimura Kaera39rank/position

Kaela Kimura “Crocodile and Little Bird”

Kaela Kimura is a female singer who has been active since 2004 and originally worked as a hair model.

This song, which appears on an album and was not released as a single, is a charming friendship tune that poignantly depicts the bond between a crocodile and a small bird.

Joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure, plus loveKimura Kaera40rank/position

Kimura Kaela / Joy, Anger, Sorrow, and Pleasure plus Love

The sharp guitar sound from the intro is striking.

This 2011 single, her first after giving birth, is a rock tune that, true to its title, impressively lays out an aggressive message about various emotions—joy, anger, and more—and about love.

Rather than a “quiet” love song, it’s one of “motion,” expressing Kaela Kimura’s unique vision of love in a cool way.

I’m in awe of the boldness of putting a poppy title up front while pursuing something like the vital force at the root of affection and of the full range of human emotions.

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love-sick pigKimura Kaera41rank/position

love-sick pig

In the renewed Naive commercial, Kaela Kimura herself transforms into a pig character called “naiveee,” sporting pig ears and a pig nose.

She jumps from a flying trapeze, sings and dances, and appears as a cute and lively pig.

ButterflyKimura Kaera42rank/position

Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” (Official Music Video)

A warm wedding song by Kaela Kimura, gifted with deep love and gratitude to a close friend.

The lyrics weave in the butterfly’s images of “brilliance” and “grace,” beautifully depicting the bride and groom walking toward a happy future.

Included on the album HOCUS POCUS, released in June 2009, it was also used as a segment theme on the TBS variety show Motemote Ninety-Nine.

The song was born after Kimura herself sang it as a surprise at her best friend’s wedding.

With lyrics rich in messages of friendship and love, it’s perfect for accenting emotional wedding moments.

It’s also recommended as a song a groom can present to his bride!