Shizuka Kudo’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

MetamorphosisKudō Shizuka15rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Metamorphose [Official Video]

This is the 14th single by Shizuka Kudo, a singer who rose to fame as a member of Onyanko Club and went on to release numerous hits after going solo.

Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Nandara Mandara,” the track stands out for its funky groove.

The lyrics powerfully express the emotions of a woman swayed by love and her desire for change, capturing those moments when you just want to surrender to an irresistible romantic impulse—something many listeners can relate to.

Peaking at No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and selling over 440,000 copies, this song marked a turning point for Kudo as an artist, stepping beyond her earlier idol-style musical direction and becoming one of her signature works.

passionKudō Shizuka16rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Passion [Official Video]

“Gekijō” (Passion) was released in 1996 as Shizuka Kudo’s 28th single.

It was used as the theme song for the drama “Yuzurenai Yoru,” in which Kudo herself also appeared, and it marked the first time she received both lyrics and music from Miyuki Nakajima.

As the title suggests, it’s a song that conveys a fiery, adult romance, singing of intense emotions.

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sasashina

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AkikoKudō Shizuka17rank/position

Shizuka Kudo [Akiko] Amateur Audio Quality

It’s the B-side track of Shizuka Kudo’s eighth single, “Kousa ni Fukarete,” released in 1989.

The lyrics were written by Miyuki Nakajima, with composition and arrangement by Tsugutoshi Goto.

As the title suggests, it features an autumnal, slightly wistful sound that leaves a strong impression, resulting in a song that conveys a growing sense of lingering attachment.

Snow, Moon, and FlowersKudō Shizuka18rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Snow, Moon, and Flowers [Official Video]

Right after going solo, Shizuka Kudo also incorporated a pop style, but as her career progressed, her songs increasingly took on a sharp, stylish edge.

“Yuki, Tsuki, Hana” falls into the latter category: while it retains a touch of Showa-era flavor, it maintains a stylish atmosphere throughout.

The song generally sits in a lower range, and the vocal line is calm with little fluctuation, but be mindful of the brief falsetto that appears in the chorus.

Rather than forcing a falsetto, the key is to adjust your pitch so the voice flips naturally.

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Ryo

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Freesia—More than liking, I love you—Kudō Shizuka19rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Kosetsuran ~I Love You More Than I Like You~ (kousetsuran) [Official Video]

It’s a heartbreaking love song filled with a straightforward longing for someone precious you can’t meet, no matter how much you want to.

Shizuka Kudo’s song “Kousetsuran ~Suki yori Aishiteru~,” released in October 2023, is a ballad that also drew attention for being composed and arranged by the duo Sukima Switch.

Her vocals, which seem to trace each word and feeling, truly hit you in the chest.

As you listen, a story comes into focus, and it feels as if you’re watching a romance film.

Let yourself sink into its gently subdued atmosphere.

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Araki Jakkan

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AgainKudō Shizuka20rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Again [Official Video]

The group’s second single, Again, was used as the ending theme for the two-part show combining a school drama and variety segments, Peach-Colored Academy City Declaration!!.

Its brisk synth sound and lyrics—evoking the image of someone stepping back for the sake of a loved one—give it a touch of melancholy, don’t they? The melody is intricate with lots of pitch movement, so it isn’t easy, but since the overall vocal range isn’t wide, it should be manageable if you sing calmly.

Also, having a friend add call-and-response parts will make it more fun and give you some breathing room, so definitely give it a try.

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Hoshino Takashi

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in the skyKudō Shizuka21rank/position

Shizuka Kudo – In The Sky

Released on July 17, 1998, “in the sky,” the second track on the 32nd single Kirara, was written and composed by Ryuichi Kawamura and was also featured as an insert song in the drama God, Please Give Me More Time.

It’s a poignant ballad with a soundscape that unfolds on a grand scale, and vocals that send wishes into that vast world, permeating it with longing.

Wishes, resignation—yet the wishing repeats…

It’s a song that reminds you of the precious feelings you’ve kept hidden somewhere amid your busy daily life.