Toshinobu Kubota Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Brand New EyesKubota Toshinobu41rank/position

Brand New Eyes

This commercial expresses the refined taste of Nescafé’s new Gold Blend—which supports moments of relaxation—through gentle, soothing visuals.

It features Takumi Kitamura enjoying Gold Blend while gazing at the scenery, and the overlap between the view and his expressions conveys a sense of calm.

Further accentuating the film’s serene, tender atmosphere is Toshinobu Kubota’s song “Brand New Eyes.” Its airy sound paired with his powerful yet sultry vocals leaves a strong impression, and the soft mood is conveyed throughout the entire track.

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Bring me up!Kubota Toshinobu42rank/position

Toshinobu Kubota – Bring Me Up! [Official Video Short ver.]

“Bring me up!” was used as the commercial song for the Volkswagen up!.

It’s a single released in 2013 by Toshinobu Kubota, a legend of the Japanese R&B scene.

He also appeared with Chara in the commercial.

Whether you saw it on TV back then or are hearing it for the first time now, the song features a catchy hook that sticks instantly and a superb groove.

It’s funky pop—perfect for driving, and it’ll put you in a lively, feel-good mood anytime.

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CorcovadoKubota Toshinobu43rank/position

Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars)

“Corcovado” refers to a tall mountain in Rio de Janeiro, and the Christ statue towering there is also famous as a tourist attraction.

In English, the title is rendered as “Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars.” It’s a representative piece of relaxed, slow bossa nova.

When sung in English, it takes on a jazz ballad feel, offering a different atmosphere.

FOREVER YOURSKubota Toshinobu44rank/position

Toshinobu Kubota & Alyson Williams – Forever Yours

It’s a duet with American singer Allison Williams, and he appeared on the year-end 1990 NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen via a live broadcast from New York.

Although it was his only appearance on Kouhaku, it was likely thanks to the massive success of his album and the high regard for his musical style.

The song was released as a single after his Kouhaku performance, in March 1991.

It peaked at No.

18 and sold 45,000 copies.

Free StyleKubota Toshinobu45rank/position

Toshinobu Kubota – Free Style [Official Video Short ver.]

This is a song that was used as the commercial theme for Schweppes.

It was released as a single on June 18, 2014.

With its falsetto vocals that pleasantly tickle the ears, it’s a stylish dance-pop tune that’ll get you moving.

GentlyKubota Toshinobu46rank/position

Gently – Toshi Kubota (lyrics)

A song written and composed by D.

Warren.

It is included on the second album aimed at entering the American market, “Nothing But Your Love Import.” To reach overseas audiences, all the lyrics are written in English.

With a pleasant guitar riff and gently delivered vocals, it’s a calm and soothing track.

His SugarKubota Toshinobu47rank/position

Toshinobu Kubota – His Sugar

This is a song that was featured in Pantene commercials from 2000 to 2001.

It’s a track from the 2000 album “As One,” and it’s a quintessential Toshinobu Kubota piece—mellow and sophisticated, leaving a strong impression.

The lyrics portray an aching, unfulfilled love.

That’s because the person the narrator has feelings for already has a partner.

They want that person to come to them, but they know it wouldn’t be allowed.

Many listeners may find themselves empathizing with such complex, heartrending emotions and feeling a tightness in their chest.

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It’s TimeKubota Toshinobu48rank/position

Toshi / It’s Time

A track from the album “TIME TO SHARE.” It features a jazzy sound with a pleasantly off-kilter piano riff.

The layered, call-and-response vocals make for an exceptionally satisfying listen.

Keep Holdin UKubota Toshinobu49rank/position

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Released on July 5, 2006.

Credited as SunMin thanX Kubota.

A duet with Korean singer SunMin, it served as the theme song for the film “Sinking of Japan.” It’s a ballad with a somewhat melancholic atmosphere befitting a film with a weighty theme, and it highlights the duo’s strong vocal abilities.

It peaked at No.

16 and sold 50,000 copies.

Keep Holding YouKubota Toshinobu50rank/position

Keep Holding You Theme song of Japan Sinks by Toshinobu Kubota

It’s a global track created in collaboration with the Korean singer Sunmin.

It was used as the theme song for the film “Sinking of Japan.” Written and composed by Toshinobu Kubota, the song is grand and powerful, yet tinged with a certain fragility.

The duo’s overwhelming vocal prowess captivates the listener.