Kiroro Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Relay of LifeKiroro／Nakasone Izumi8rank/position

Kiroro tried singing Sango’s “Relay of Life.”

A song performed by the unit Sango, formed by Kiroro and Izumi Nakasone of HY.

These Okinawa-born artists released it in 2015, seventy years after the war, as part of a project to pass down the stories of the Battle of Okinawa.

War takes many lives.

Yet among that loss, there were lives born and lives saved, and through countless turns, here we are today.

It feels as though life is being relayed—just like the title of this song.

One day, we too must carry that relay forward to the next generation.

For the happiness of those who come after us, this is a song that makes me want to cherish our own lives, and all the lives before us now.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

SAKI

Report a problem

Photo of three peopleKiroro9rank/position

Photo of three people

Kiroro is a duo formed by high school classmates, beloved for their heartwarming songs that touch the soul.

“Three-Person Photo,” included on their first album, “Nagais Aida ~Kiroro no Mori~,” leaves a lasting impression with its light yet floating ensemble.

Its message—let’s each go our own way with this new departure, yet keep our bond unchanged—captures the feelings that only a graduation ceremony can evoke.

With clear, powerful vocals that stir the heart, it’s a graduation song especially recommended for women.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Hoshino Takashi

Report a problem

sunflowerKiroro10rank/position

Kiroro Sunflower

Kiroro’s seventh single, released in 2000.

It was used as the theme song for NHK’s “One Heart, One World” World Heart Exhibition.

This is a song we want women to hear who are struggling with feelings like, “I hate that I can’t be honest, but I can’t change.” By the time you finish listening, you might find the courage—like the song’s protagonist—to “share your feelings with a smile, like a sunflower.”

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

sasashina

Report a problem

FriendKiroro11rank/position

Best Friend – Kiroro (Full)

This song is about the feelings of supporting and caring for each other as friends.

It’s a song that naturally warms your heart.

Rather than superficial friendship, it makes you realize how truly important it is to have friends you can trust from the bottom of your heart.

The tempo is slow as well, making it calming to listen to.

The Last KissKiroro12rank/position

Kiroro - The Last Kiss (Live ver.)

Released in 1999 as Kiroro’s fifth single.

The lyrics and music were written by Chiharu Tamashiro, and it was used in a Tsumura “Cool Bathclin” commercial.

It reached No.

12 on the Oricon chart, and the music video is unique, featuring the two members buried in sand on a beach, kicking their legs.

Best friendsKiroro13rank/position

Kiroro 「Best Friend」 Music Video (Short ver.)

This song is a wonderful friendship anthem that bundles together feelings we don’t usually manage to express because of shyness—encouragement, gratitude, and the promise that we’ll always be friends.

It’s a gentle, soothing track that I can recommend to both students and working adults.

chocolateKiroro14rank/position

chocolate

This is a song by Kiroro—who have released many classic ballads like “To the Future” and “For a Long Time”—with the theme of love and chocolate.

It’s a rhythmic track, the complete opposite of Kiroro’s usual ballad style.

February is Valentine’s Day.

For those who have someone they like, it’s the day to make your move, right? The song’s protagonist doesn’t want to be led around by the person they’re interested in, yet also acknowledges that they’ve fallen in love, and you can feel their heart racing.

If you’re nursing a crush, definitely give it a listen.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

sasashina

Report a problem