Lonely Song Rankings [2026]

Here is a ranking of this year’s popular “lonely songs.”

There are times when being alone makes you overthink and feel lonely, right?

This year also saw the release of many slightly wistful tracks that sing about that kind of loneliness.

We’ll introduce the most-listened-to songs of the year in ranking order.

Playlist

Lonely Song Rankings [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	BeautifulSuperfly		Confidence and Courage Embodied in Superfly’s Songs
2	Ghost in the FlowersYorushika		A song where suis's singing voice embraces a lonely heart
3	lilacMinami		Be soothed at heart by Minami’s ‘Kawaki wo Ameku.’
4	366 daysHY		The song “366 Days,” which sings of the pain of a broken heart, resonates deeply.
5	A Naked Heartaimyon		Aimyon sings of the heartbreak and hope of love
6	Because you are hereUru		A ballad that sings of love and gratitude for someone dear
7	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		A song that portrays the bittersweetness and hope of unrequited love
8	MetronomeYonezu Kenshi		The appeal of Kenshi Yonezu’s wistful love songs
9	Love is litrokudenashi		Carrots and Good-for-Nothings Popular on Social Media
10	gardenFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s soul-stirring songs
11	March 9Remioromen		The song that became a big hit thanks to Aki Maeda’s tearful performance
12	It’s fine for now.MIMI		A soothing song that gently accompanies the heart with a tender melody
13	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Be moved by Aoi Teshima’s touching songs and be soothed by her heartwarming voice.
14	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		A poignant ballad by Yasushi Nakanishi that sings of farewell
15	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		A love-supporting rock song by RADWIMPS
16	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A timeless [ALEXANDROS] song that blows away loneliness
17	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		A classic that sings of the courage to live true to oneself
18	Maplesupittsu		A gem-like ballad by Spitz that poignantly sings of lost feelings
19	Agate Caressed by NightAyase		A wistful ballad depicting a farewell to a loved one
20	Never Grow Upchanmina		A heartrending song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the growth it brings
21	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Enjoy the glamorous signature songs of a rock band
22	NonfictionHirai Ken		A ballad song by Ken Hirai that depicts sorrow
23	The holeKing Gnu		A healing song that embraces and saves the pain of the heart
24	Happy Pre-Wedding SongYabai T-shatsu Yasan		An irresistibly bright, uplifting song that fills you with energy
25	Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai		A heartrending masterpiece that evokes deep sorrow
26	It’s okayRADWIMPS		The theme song about the importance of supporting one another resonates deeply.
27	AliensKirinji		Kirinji’s beautiful masterpiece, “Aliens.”
28	I can’t say it.Gō Hiromi		Hiromi Go's 'Ienai yo' is a heart-healing masterpiece.
29	Burning Friday NightLucky Kilimanjaro		Lucky Kilimanjaro’s nighttime track becomes a revival hit
30	AlgernonYorushika		Yorushika’s moving theme song that portrays life
31	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		An anthem to blow away the loneliness of being alone
32	ElfAdo		The theme song for a grand tale of solitude and growth
33	Sleeping Townkujira		A heartwarming song with a melancholic worldview
34	Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro		The charm of Tatsuro Yamashita’s classic song “Christmas Eve”
35	If I can laughUrufuruzu		An inspiring and powerful masterpiece by B’z
36	Mercury feat. Onomatopoeia Ministertofubeats		A hip-hop track brimming with a city vibe
37	It’s fine.Urufuruzu		A bright, uplifting song that puts you in a positive mood
38	I like you, but it seems you don’t really like me.back number		A love song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love
39	So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster		Energized and pumped! A song that turns even tears into something positive
40	OrangeSMAP		The bittersweet B-side tracks by SMAP really resonate with me.
41	unlastingLiSA		Feelings for someone dear remain in the heart forever.
42	Love CoridaShishido Kafuka		Kafka Shishido’s Song of Encouragement
43	Adventure[Alexandros]		The captivating songs of the band [Alexandros]
44	Night on the Galactic RailroadGOING STEADY		The classic song by the punk rock band GOING STEADY
45	Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku		A wistful autumn night song by Kinoko Teikoku
46	LonelinessMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song about embracing loneliness and deciding to take the first step
47	It hurts.Kiyoshi Ryujin		A masterpiece by Ryuji Kiyoshi that sings of the pain of parting
48	What do you want to become?Rozarīna		A song that accepts the self who feels lonely
49	Love letterKobasoro feat. Harucha		A heartwarming classic by Kobasolo and Harucha
50	Butter-FlyWada Kōji		A classic song from Digimon Adventure
51	You haveBASI		A solo song like a rousing anthem that resonates with the heart
52	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's ballad depicting bonds between people
53	Time machineChara		A heartwarming classic that soothes the loneliness of love
54	I want to see you.iri		A popular song by iri that sings of poignant late-night emotions
55	On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer		Aimer’s clear, translucent-vocal song that sings of sleepless feelings
56	The wind is from the west.Okuda Tamio		Let's lighten the mood with a song by Tamio Okuda.
57	Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanīzu		Even when you're lost in life, music lifts you up.
58	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		MONGOL800’s signature song “A Small Love Song”
59	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s movie theme song is a masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
60	I’m afraid to believe.Mizuno Atsu		A song of the pain of betrayal and the courage to believe
61	Alkalemiamol-74		A moving piece of music that portrays regret and sorrow
62	AmbitiousSuperfly		A song of a heart wavering between work and life
63	The strong and fleeting onesCocco		A moving masterpiece by Cocco from Okinawa
64	the depths of the heartrokudenashi		A heartwarming ballad that soothes loneliness, a song that inspires hope
65	LOVE SONGASKA		ASKA’s classic song “LOVE SONG” resonates with the heart.
66	Unfading TemperatureKotoha		A poignant song of hope that resonates in Kotoha’s heart
67	A flower blooming atop contradictionsMONGOL800		MONGOL800’s moving love song for Okinawa
68	It always begins with rain.ASKA		ASKA’s moving masterpieces to listen to on a rainy day
69	Moon over the open seaAndō Yūko		Yuko Ando’s gentle, wistful singing voice and the seascape
70	On&OnIN SHISUTO		A rapper’s uplifting song gives me courage.
71	MindsetKamikita Ken		A profound ballad that confronts the inner self
72	Hand in handCreepHyp		A four-piece band with Ozaki's moving vocals
73	ParadoxSUPER BEAVER		Expressing the emotions of complex human relationships through rock
74	HEROSilent Siren		A hero who cheers you up when you're feeling lonely
75	MissingKubota Toshinobu		Toshinobu Kubota’s famous song, a beautiful piece that resonates in the heart
76	Tearful KissSazan Ōrusutāzu		The hit song from “I’ve Always Loved You.”
77	Open your heartZARD		Open your heart, ZARD’s famous song, Izumi Sakai’s voice.
78	lonely girlAYANE		An inspiring song that sings of loneliness and self-esteem
79	proof of existenceYuki Satoru		Yuki Satoru’s songs are a resonant proof of existence
80	I want to hug you.Base Ball Bear		The loneliness of unrequited love, and the longing to hold you close.
81	I feel like going home.ikimonogakari		A song that sings of homesickness, with a heartrending/poignant vocal
82	Lightningsutoreitenaa		A song that laments the loss of a loved one
83	AinoneYEN TOWN BAND		YEN TOWN BAND’s first song in 20 years
84	Stardust Serenadetatsumi yūto		Yuto Tatsumi’s heartrending love song resonates in the heart
85	For some reason, todayThe Birthday		Time alone is liberating, letting you feel a new world.
86	MisstopiaTHE NOVEMBERS		A renowned band with beautiful melodies and vocals
87	anniekafuka		A healing song for the hearts of those who feel lonely
88	FarewellAZKi		The moving song of the virtual singer AZKi
89	ALONELEX		A love story that never fades amid change
90	LonelyNulbarich		A heartrending love song that portrays loneliness and farewell
91	Children’s WorldKotoringo		Kotringo’s soul-stirring masterpiece “Children’s World”
92	Dance.Nezumi Hanabi		A heartrending farewell song, the warmth of deep love
93	The decisive battle is on Friday.DREAMS COME TRUE		A song that fills the heart with uplifting classics
94	shadowShibasaki Kou		Ko Shibasaki’s poignant masterpiece, the theme song of Into the White Night
95	Overlapping ShadowsHearts Grow		A warm song of companionship that heals a lonely heart
96	Someday Merry ChristmasB’z		A classic by B’z, a poignantly beautiful melody rich with vivid imagery