Misia Ballad Songs: Popular Song Rankings [2026]

The Little Bird That Forgot How to FlyMISIA8rank/position

The Little Bird That Forgot How to Fly

MISIA’s song overlays the image of a bird so wounded it has forgotten how to fly with the hidden fragility everyone carries in their hearts.

It is said to embody the artist’s own belief that no matter how strong we pretend to be, inside we are as vulnerable as a little bird that has lost its way.

Beginning with a quiet piano and unfolding into majestic strings, the sound itself traces the journey of a heart finding light amid confusion.

The track is included on the million-selling album “KISS IN THE SKY,” released in September 2002, and is widely loved as the theme song for the RPG “Star Ocean: Till the End of Time.” It’s a tale of renewal that, when listened to on nights you feel crushed by your own powerlessness, inspires you to cherish the warm happiness that lies beyond the pain.

Sea of DreamsMISIA9rank/position

Japanese version of 'Sea of Dreams'

Sea of Dreams was written as the theme song for the commemorative event “Tokyo DisneySea 5th Anniversary,” celebrating the park’s 5th anniversary in 2006.

The vocals are performed by MISIA, one of Japan’s premier divas, and the song is included on the compilation album “Disneymania presents POP PARADE JAPAN.” It’s said that Tokyo Disney Resort approached MISIA, who is a big fan of the resort.

The result is a grand, ocean-evoking ballad.

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As if gently enveloping…MISIA10rank/position

MISIA – As If to Embrace… (Official HD Music Video)

MISIA’s debut single, released in February 1998, is a moving ballad themed around love and loneliness.

Showcasing MISIA’s overwhelming vocal prowess and five-octave range, the song was also featured in a commercial for “Erséne.” Its tender vocals and melody gently embrace dreams and hopes, as well as the anxiety and solitude that can arise in romance as we grow older.

Offering comfort, courage, and hope to listeners, this track is perfect for anyone feeling lost in life.

halvesiesMISIA11rank/position

halvesies

It’s a commercial that shows people sharing joy and dividing sorrow, expressing the company’s desire to support those connections.

The theme is sharing feelings, and it gently conveys the hope that doing so will lead to a more peaceful world.

The song that further highlights the tender atmosphere depicted in the visuals is MISIA’s “Hanbunko.” Its central message is that joy doubles when shared, inviting us to build warm, enjoyable connections with others.

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Tears of the OrphansMISIA12rank/position

MISIA – Orphans' Tears (Official Music Video)

A supreme ballad woven from majestic strings and a bluesy melody.

MISIA’s expressive vocals, spanning five octaves, resonate deeply with the heart.

Released in November 2015, this song was chosen as the first cour ending theme for Season 1 of the popular anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, marking MISIA’s first-ever anime tie-in.

The lyrics were written by MISIA herself, with composition and arrangement by Shiro Sagisu.

Infused with feelings born from her support activities in developing countries, the piece captivates with a sophisticated musicality that incorporates elements of jazz.

It’s a track you’ll want to play on a quiet night while lost in thought alone, or during special moments with someone dear.

An endlessly continuing storyMISIA13rank/position

MISIA – An Endless Story (Official HD Music Video)

MISIA’s “A Never-Ending Story” was released in 2002 and was also used as the theme song for Mitsubishi Electric’s “Keeping Society Moving” commercial.

It’s a ballad that unfolds with a quiet, piano-centered atmosphere, gradually gaining strength toward the end and conveying a powerful sense of hope.

The lyrics give the impression of moving forward into the future, and combined with her resounding vocals, they evoke the strength to take a step ahead.

The commercial depicts Mitsubishi Electric’s initiatives and conveys the company’s commitment to supporting society for a better future.

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Sleepless nights are because of you.MISIA14rank/position

MISIA – Sleepless Nights Are Your Fault (Official HD Music Video)

This is a hit number by MISIA that was chosen as the theme song for the 2002 drama “Ren-ai Hensachi” (Love Deviation).

The song also became widely known through a Kirin Beverage commercial, and the single released in August of the same year reached No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

Inspired by the saying that if someone you like appears in your dream, it means they’re thinking of you too, the song poignantly portrays the growing longing felt on nights when you can’t see each other.

Its bittersweet atmosphere resonates even more deeply on long autumn nights when you crave warmth.

MISIA’s emotionally rich vocals strike a chord in the heart, making it a song you’ll want to sing with feeling at karaoke.

As you think of someone special, try singing it softly and tenderly.