Mr.Children Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Rain followed by clear skiesMr.Children50rank/position

Rain followed by clear skies

This is a song by Mr.Children that portrays everyday life with the hope that a constricted heart will be set free.

The light sound, played with a simple arrangement, makes the world of the song feel more familiar.

Many listeners may find the lyrics relatable, as they depict a monotonous daily routine that repeats almost unconsciously, along with the attempt to find hope within it.

The lyrics also provide detailed depictions of everyday scenes, making the characters’ emotions feel vividly real.

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kappamaki

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Starting OverMr.Children51rank/position

Mr.Children「Starting Over」Live from TOUR 2015 REFLECTION

A song by the hugely popular band Mr.Children—so famous it’s no exaggeration to say everyone knows it.

Since it was the theme song of an animated film, its recognition is likely quite high.

Beyond the message in the lyrics themselves, many people probably recall the film’s moving scenes and feel deeply touched.

and I love youMr.Children52rank/position

Mr.Children 「and I love you」 MUSIC VIDEO

The piece “and I love you” is striking for its breezy instrumentation and sultry vocals.

The trickiest part is, without a doubt, the falsetto in the chorus.

Because the pitch moves up and down quite dramatically, there’s a real risk of going off-pitch in the falsetto sections.

In the final chorus, consecutive shouts appear, and since many of them rely on a shout + mixed voice technique, you’ll need not just height but also fullness in the high notes.

The lowest note is mid2 A, so there’s room to lower the key, but the highest note is hi D.

Make sure to assess your own vocal timbre and range carefully, and set the key to what suits you best.

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Ryo

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HibikiMr.Children53rank/position

Mr.Children “Hibiki” Music Video

A hidden gem by Mr.Children whose acoustic warmth seeps into the heart.

This song, which celebrates the happiness found in everyday scenes, is captivating for its simple band sound stripped of flashy ornamentation.

The imagery drawn by Kazutoshi Sakurai—like a voice resonating from behind—carries a realism that feels close to the listener’s daily life.

Released to the world in November 2006 as the B-side to the single “Shirushi,” it quietly gained support among fans even as the title track became a hit as the theme song for the NTV drama “14-year-old Mother.” Later included on the album “B-SIDE” and even given a music video, it possesses a presence that far exceeds that of a mere B-side.

When you want to savor the preciousness of peaceful days, give it a listen.

At the sea, the heart longs to be laid bare.Mr.Children54rank/position

Mr.Children “At the Sea, the Heart Wants to Be Naked” from Mr.Children Tour 2018–19: Gravity and Breath

The song “Umi nite, Kokoro wa Hadaka ni Naritagaru” (“At the Sea, the Heart Wants to Be Laid Bare”) is the second track on the 2018 album Gravity and Breath.

It’s a rare beat-rock style number among Mr.

Children’s songs.

Drawing on the difficulties of modern interpersonal relationships on social media, the lyrics are about setting your heart free.

The tempo is on the fast side, but it doesn’t require rapid-fire singing, so it’s easy to perform.

The call-and-response parts aren’t very high in pitch either, so you should be able to sing it comfortably!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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footstepsMr.Children55rank/position

Mr.Children “Footsteps ~Be Strong” MUSIC VIDEO

A powerful track by Mr.Children, written specifically as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Nobunaga Concerto.” There are moments when studying doesn’t go as planned and you feel like you can’t move forward anymore.

But this is exactly the kind of song that makes you trust the feel of your feet on the ground and take that next step.

Released as a single in November 2014, it carries the band’s passionate resolve as they created it under a new production setup.

When you feel like you’re about to lose heart, its sweeping sound will give you a push and the courage to sit back down at your desk.

Prayer ~ Orbit of TearsMr.Children56rank/position

Mr.Children 'Inori ~ Namida no Kido' Music Video

Mr.Children’s song “Inori ~Namida no Kido~” is a moving ballad released in 2012.

Created by Kazutoshi Sakurai with an awareness of Japanese melody amid the post-earthquake turmoil, the piece evokes both the pain of loss and the hope of new beginnings.

Its warm, empathetic melody has made it an anthem of encouragement for many listeners.

This song is especially recommended for those facing moments of personal transformation or wishing to overcome hardship.

With its powerful message, it serves as a strong source of support for all of us living through these challenging times.