Shizuka Kudo’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Fly! Fly! Ruby ~Ruby Version~Kudō Shizuka31rank/position

Fly! Fly! Ruby ~Ruby Version~

A character song whose straightforward wish resonates in the heart! Shizuka Kudo, who also voices the character, delivers the pure desire to believe in oneself and soar into the open sky with a clear, luminous singing voice.

The song is an insert track that plays during a moving scene in the film “Go! Anpanman: Ruby no Negai,” released in July 2003, and is also included in the commemorative album “Go! Anpanman Movie & TV 25th Anniversary Works: Gather! Movie Songs.” When your child is about to take on a challenge, why not listen together as a family and cheer them on?

I want to break down and cry my eyes out.Kudō Shizuka32rank/position

Shizuka Kudo LIVE 1993: “I Want to Cry Like Crazy”

Released on January 29, 1992.

A relaxed ballad.

Although there had been ballad-type songs before, most were mid-tempo, and there hadn’t been anything this laid-back released as a single.

It peaked at No.

4 and sold 282,000 copies.

It was performed at the 1992 Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

What you gave meKudō Shizuka33rank/position

Shizuka Kudo – Kimi ga Kureta Mono [Full Version][Fairy Tail Season 13 Ending]

This single was released in October 2012 to commemorate Shizuka Kudo’s 25th anniversary as a solo singer, with lyrics and composition by Ayaka.

It was used as an ending theme for the TV anime FAIRY TAIL and reached No.

50 on the Oricon chart.

excellent; superior; gentle; kindKudō Shizuka34rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / You (PV)

Released on June 5, 1996.

It was the theme song for the film “Gokudō no Onna-tachi” (Yakuza Wives).

It peaked at No.

26 and sold 73,000 copies.

After the hit “Ice Rain” at the end of ’94, the following single “Moon Water” dropped out of the Oricon Top 10, and the next single “7” failed to reach 100,000 in total sales; she also missed the Kōhaku lineup in ’95.

This song didn’t perform well commercially either, but musically it’s a passionate piece very characteristic of her work and quite well-crafted.

I wish you would hold me.Kudō Shizuka35rank/position

I wish you would hold me.

Her third single overall, “Daite Kuretara Ii no ni,” is distinguished by its bluesy melody and ensemble.

It’s her first rock ballad as a solo single, and it exudes a sultriness that’s hard to believe came from someone still in her teens at the time.

The song is challenging, with high notes right from the opening and wide interval jumps, but the tempo is quite relaxed, so it’s easier to sing if you approach it calmly.

It’s a crowd-pleaser for karaoke—sing it with an awareness of the bouncing shuffle rhythm and expressive dynamics.

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crimson flowerKudō Shizuka36rank/position

“Crimson Flower” YOSHIKI (X JAPAN) Shizuka Kudo (2000)

Released on November 8, 2000.

It was the theme song for NTV’s Tuesday Suspense Theater.

It’s a gentle song that soothes the heart.

Around this time, she was coming into her own as an adult singer, delivering songs meant to be listened to closely.

It peaked at No.

33 and sold 22,000 copies.

She married Takuya Kimura shortly after releasing this song.

About meKudō Shizuka37rank/position

About me

Among Shizuka Kudo’s works, “About Me,” her 11th single, was created by the renowned duo of Miyuki Nakajima and Tsugutoshi Goto, who produced many of her classic songs.

The contrast between the slightly floating, Spanish guitar–featured ensemble and the mysterious lyrics is striking.

While the melody itself is simple, there are many pitch rises and falls, making it easy to go off key, so caution is needed.

Also, since dynamics are more important than technique in this piece, singing with conscious nuance can bring you closer to the original feel.

If you’re confident in your singing, why not give it a try?

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To the moon on a rainy nightKudō Shizuka38rank/position

To the moon on a rainy night

Released on May 23, 2007.

Marked the 20th anniversary of her debut.

It was used as the theme song for a daytime drama.

It peaked at No.

44 and sold 6,000 copies.

After marriage and childbirth, her singing style seems to have gradually changed, but her vocal ability has not diminished; rather, it feels like her expressiveness has increased.

snow umbrellaKudō Shizuka39rank/position

Shizuka Kudo / Snow Umbrella [Official Video]

A single released in 2008.

A singer and actress born in 1970 from Tokyo.

Miyuki Nakajima, who provided the song, later self-covered it on her own album after its release.

It’s a slow-tempo, lyrically resonant piece with a deeply evocative melody, and her vocals seep into the heart.

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Shizuka Kudo / Mizore [Official Video] from “Meikyō Shisui”

A poignant song that likens lingering feelings for a past love to sleet, neither quite rain nor snow.

Shizuka Kudo’s “Mizore” was released in July 2024 and is included on the album Meikyō Shisui.

The track was created by the popular band wacci.

The music video, featuring Koki, her younger daughter, and actor Junki Tozuka, drew attention.

With delicate vocals, it captures emotions wavering between being “someone special” and “part of everyday life.” It’s a ballad you’ll want to hear if you’ve ever related to the ache of a love that just won’t work out.