Masahiko Kondo’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Masahiko Kondo, who produced numerous hit songs as a top idol in the early 1980s and later, after shifting to a more accomplished solo artist, won the Japan Record Award, boasts a glittering career.
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Masahiko Kondo Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (11–20)
Ah, that got me.Kondō Masahiko16rank/position
“Aa, Gutto,” released by Masahiko Kondo in 1988, was composed by Takuro Yoshida.
Indeed, the strong messaging in the lyrics and the melodic development bring out Yoshida’s distinctive style.
The song portrays the state of society with alcohol as its theme.
Sigh RockabillyKondō Masahiko17rank/position
TamEiki Ro-Ka-Bi-Rii, Masahiko Kondo’s 11th single, was released in July 1983.
It was a double tie-in song: the theme song for the film The Stormy Man, in which he starred, and the commercial song for House Foods’ Kukure Curry.
The songwriting team was the golden duo of Takashi Matsumoto (lyrics) and Kyōhei Tsutsumi (music).
Why not just cry?Kondō Masahiko18rank/position
This “Naitemirya Ii Jan” (“Why Not Try Crying?”) is Masahiko Kondo’s 25th single, released in 1987.
The song is set in the port cities of Yokohama in Kanagawa Prefecture and Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture.
It tells the story of two people: he is in Yokohama, and she is in Kobe.
A Lonely BirthdayKondō Masahiko19rank/position
A song included on Masahiko Kondo’s album “Gingiragin ni Sarigenaku,” imbued with the nostalgic aroma of Showa-era idol pop.
The lyrics, themed around the loneliness of spending a birthday alone, leave a strong impression.
The poignant emotions woven by Takashi Matsumoto’s words and Kyōhei Tsutsumi’s composition resonate deeply.
Released in December 1981, this track is also featured on Kondo’s best-of album “MATCHY☆BEST II.” His clear, transparent vocals heighten the sense of solitude, conveying the feelings of a protagonist who can’t truly celebrate, even on their birthday.
It’s a comforting song for those who’ve experienced parting from someone important or who stand at a crossroads in life.
Blue Jeans MemoryKondō Masahiko20rank/position
This is the third single by Masahiko Kondo, created by the Showa-era hit-making duo of lyricist Takashi Matsumoto and composer Kyōhei Tsutsumi.
A classic that captures the headlong rush of youth and the bittersweet resolve of a young person setting off for the big city.
Released in June 1981, the song became a major hit as the theme for the film of the same name, in which Kondo himself starred.
The soul-shaking shouted line near the end was actually Kondo’s own idea! It took the top spot on the Oricon Weekly Chart and on “The Best Ten,” sending Japan into a frenzy at the time.
Why not listen to this song when you want to rekindle that fiery feeling from back then, or when you need to psych yourself up for a big moment?