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MONKEY MAJIK Popular Song Rankings [2026]
They’re also known as a “hybrid band” of Canada and Japan.
Songs that blend English and Japanese, gentle and beautiful vocals, and expressive songwriting are what make MONKEY MAJIK so wonderful.
This time, we’ve put together a ranking of MONKEY MAJIK’s most popular songs.
MONKEY MAJIK Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK1rank/position
A gemlike ballad that gently and carefully expresses deep gratitude to someone precious.
Its striking lyrics, weaving Japanese and English together, overflow with a “thank you” that’s hard to say in everyday life and a pure wish to see the other person’s smile.
The calm melody and heartwarming words quietly stay close to the listener’s heart and stir deep emotion.
Released by MONKEY MAJIK in August 2008, the song drew attention as the theme for the TBS drama “Ando Natsu” and was also included on the album “TIME.” It’s often used as background music at weddings and in moments of expressing thanks, making it a perfect song for conveying your feelings to someone important.
Uma-velousMONKEY MAJIK × Sandoicchiman2rank/position
A standout track from Miyagi that pairs bona fide disco sounds with laugh-out-loud gags in an unlikely collaboration.
Riding a funky groove reminiscent of the ’70s and ’80s, it lays out quirky “theories” like, “Donuts don’t make you fat because there’s a hole in the middle.” Released digitally in August 2018, the song was chosen as the opening theme for TBC TV’s Sand no Bonyari~nu TV, and its music video surpassed one million views in the first week.
Perfect for food lovers or anyone who wants a good laugh at karaoke.
It also features Miyagi specialties like gyūtan (beef tongue) and zunda mochi, making it a great pick for fans of the Tohoku region.
international studentMONKEY MAJIK × Okazaki Taiiku3rank/position
Many people probably couldn’t help but burst out laughing at the clever misheard-lyrics trick: “It sounds like an English love song, but it actually sounds like Japanese!” It’s a playful dance number created by the tag team of MONKEY MAJIK and Taiiku Okazaki.
The track was produced after they co-starred in the NHK morning drama Manpuku and was included on the album COLLABORATED, released in March 2019.
Combining the bittersweetness of studying abroad—depicted from Okazaki’s unique perspective—with MONKEY MAJIK’s classic love-song style, the song achieves a brilliant fusion.
Watching the protagonist, who initially feels lonely, finally shake everything off and break into dance gives you an uplifting boost, doesn’t it?
Around The WorldMONKEY MAJIK4rank/position
The Fuji TV Monday 9 p.m.
drama starring Shingo Katori that aired in 2006, with every episode topping a 20% viewership rating, is “Journey to the West.” It’s a popular series that was also adapted for TV with Masakazu Sakai in 1978 and Toshiaki Karasawa in 1994.
Eri Fukatsu played the monk Xuanzang (Tripitaka), drawing attention for her costume and beauty, which closely resembled the late Masako Natsume, the original Xuanzang.
The theme song is “Around The World,” the second single by the four-piece rock band MONKEY MAJIK.
With this track, they reached No.
4 on the Oricon singles chart for three consecutive weeks, marking their first entry into the Top 10.
Incorporating an oriental sound, it’s a pleasant number that perfectly matches the drama’s atmosphere.
I love you.MONKEY MAJIK5rank/position
Aishiteru, Monkey Majik’s 11th single released in 2009.
As the title suggests, it’s a ballad filled with a straightforward “I love you.” When you hear the phrase “I love you,” you tend to imagine a love song or a romantic song, but Aishiteru is a track that resonates with anyone—it conveys a human love, a love for all humankind.
It can be taken as a heartbreak song, but it can also be heard as an expression of gratitude and “I love you” directed toward family or those who have passed away.
The sky is just likeMONKEY MAJIK6rank/position
Songs produced by MONKEY MAJIK are also popular on YouTube Shorts.
Comparing the clear blue sky to a cherished relationship, the song portrays hope for the future and a sense of camaraderie.
It was included on the 2007 album “thank you” and was also used in a commercial for Yokohama Rubber’s ECO Tire DNA.
The track was widely supported even before its official release, reaching No.
1 on USEN’s overall and request charts.
Its lyrics, which highlight life’s changes and the passage of time, give listeners courage and hope.
It’s a perfect song for starting a new chapter in life or when you want to move forward together with someone important.
CHANGEMonkey Majik+Yoshida Kyoudai7rank/position
A captivating track that exquisitely fuses Japanese and Western styles.
Created through a collaboration between MONKEY MAJIK and the Yoshida Brothers, this piece showcases a masterful harmony of rock and Tsugaru shamisen.
Released in April 2007, it was featured as a Honda Cars commercial song limited to the Tohoku region and as a promotional CM song for HBC Television.
The lyrics, blending English and Japanese, convey a desire for change and center on the theme of inner growth.
It’s also a perfect choice for background music at traditional Japanese-style weddings and receptions, making it a fitting song to celebrate a couple’s new beginning.
HEROMONKEY MAJIK8rank/position
This song is MONKEY MAJIK’s 16th single, chosen as the image song for the Japanese Red Cross Society’s “Hatachi no Ketsueki” blood donation campaign, and the members appeared in the commercial alongside golfer Ryo Ishikawa.
With a melody characteristic of MONKEY MAJIK, its slightly wistful tone evokes a sense of a hero’s loneliness.
Open HappinessMONKEY MAJIK9rank/position
This song by MONKEY MAJIK was written for the Japanese commercial “Happiness Factory 3,” part of the Open Happiness campaign rolled out worldwide in 2009.
It’s characterized by MONKEY MAJIK’s signature freshness, and its lyrics depict feelings for a precious person who has been lost, along with a positive resolve to move forward.
TogetherMONKEY MAJIK10rank/position
This commercial depicts everyday scenes with Subaru cars, highlighting their comfortable ride and sense of security.
It uses gentle, warm visuals to express the joy of driving and the idea that Subaru is perfect for people who enjoy their daily lives.
The song that further emphasizes the calm atmosphere of the footage is MONKEY MAJIK’s “Together.” The piano and acoustic guitar tones are striking, and combined with the conversational style of the vocals, they convey a sense of warmth.
Overall, it’s a track that evokes kindness and human connection.
