Noriyuki Makihara Cheer Songs & Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

At all times.Makihara Noriyuki1rank/position

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]

An anthem that reminds you of the importance of being yourself when you feel like you’re losing who you are.

The lyrics, which encourage you to walk the path you believe in without being trapped by others’ gazes, gently push you forward as you dive into a new environment.

Released in June 1991 as a single by Noriyuki Makihara, this classic has sold over 1.67 million copies.

Written as the theme song for the film “No Problems on the Employment Front,” it was also selected as the entrance march for the 1992 National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

Its universally known melody continues to be loved across generations.

Take a break from packing—or play it on your first morning in your new home.

As you embark on a new life filled with both excitement and uncertainty, give it a listen.

Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki2rank/position

Tohku Tohku

This song, one of Noriyuki Makihara’s signature tracks, is popular not only as a cheer-up anthem but also as a graduation and farewell song.

If you take time to read the lyrics, you’ll see that the protagonist appears to be someone who has left their hometown and is working hard in Tokyo to pursue their dreams.

I’m sure many working adults can relate to that situation.

For those people, when work gets tough, listening to this song will bring to mind the faces of loved ones back home—friends and family—and help them reset with a “One more push!” It’s a highly recommended track to keep you going.

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Hane Keisuke

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The thing I wanted mostMakihara Noriyuki3rank/position

The Thing I Wanted Most by Noriyuki Makihara♡

Noriyuki Makihara’s “The Thing I Wanted Most” is a song that makes you reflect on what truly matters to you and what gives life meaning.

Released in 2004, it was used as the theme song for the drama “Last Present: The Summer I Spent With My Daughter,” starring Yuki Amami.

It speaks of living life by constantly choosing and discarding, only to realize you’ve ended up with nothing.

Yet, when you look back, you see so many smiling faces made happy by what you did.

It’s a track that prompts you to reconsider the meaning of life.

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SAKI

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[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “I Won’t Fall in Love Again” (Music Video) [5th Single] (1992) Noriyuki Makihara / Mou Koi Nante Shinai

A signature song by Noriyuki Makihara, distinguished by its heartwarming melody that embraces both the ache of heartbreak and a brave front.

It gently portrays memories of a former lover and the nostalgia of everyday life, while the protagonist’s resolve to move forward resonates deeply with listeners.

Released in May 1992, it was chosen as the theme song for the NTV drama “After the Children Are Asleep.” Included on the album “Kimi wa Boku no Takaramono,” it became a major hit, ranking 7th on Oricon’s year-end chart.

This piece is a companion for those standing at life’s crossroads.

When you gather with friends for karaoke, its universally relatable lyrics and melody are sure to warm the heart.

Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki5rank/position

Noriyuki Makihara – Sakura Melody [Music Video]

It’s a song that looks back on the memories built up to this point and reaffirms the bonds between us as we stand on the verge of parting on a new journey.

It’s Makihara Noriyuki’s self-cover of a song he originally provided to the unit formed by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu.

The grand, emotionally resonant sound—like the scenery unfolding before your eyes—amplifies a positive feeling toward the future.

It evokes cheers for friends setting off to their respective places, while also capturing the bittersweet ache of being separated.

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kappamaki

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Happy Birthday SongMakihara Noriyuki6rank/position

Happy Birthday Song - Noriyuki Makihara

This is a birthday song by Noriyuki Makihara.

It’s an impressive track where a cool, Black-music-style groove meets the gentle, soft lyrics characteristic of Maki.

It has a cool vibe that makes you want to use it for a birthday party at night.

And if you read the lyrics closely, they contain thought-provoking lines that really strike a chord.

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sasashina

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Season of Beginnings

A duet by Noriyuki Makihara and Hanaregumi that beautifully captures the conflicting emotions of spring—anticipation and unease, fluttering excitement and impermanence.

Released digitally on April 30, 2025, it received an exclusive early airplay on FM COCOLO starting April 1 of the same year.

With their rich vocals blending seamlessly, the song is a gem that seems to sonically paint the very scenes of spring.

Makihara’s melody and lyrics, paired with Hirokazu Ogura’s gently expressive guitar arrangement, are exquisite.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when early spring leaves you unsettled, or when nostalgia and hope set your heart trembling.