Keizo Nakanishi Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Tangerine EyesNakanishi Keizō36rank/position

Tangerine eyes

This is the debut single by singer-songwriter Keizo Nakanishi, who is also known for creating numerous classic songs such as his signature track “Woman” and “Choo Choo TRAIN,” which he wrote for ZOO.

Released on March 25, 1991, it was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Kimi to Itsumademo.” The arrangement is outstanding, evoking an R&B vibe that wasn’t very common at the time, with its distinctive synth-bass timbre, breezy shuffle beat, and hooky chord progression.

It’s a highly polished pop tune featuring a distinctive vocal tone and a soulful ensemble that feels effortlessly satisfying.

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Light it at nightNakanishi Keizō37rank/position

Keizo Nakanishi - Light the Night on Fire

Included on their third album, Steps, released in 1993, with lyrics penned by Reiko Yukawa.

This slightly adult, mood-rich medium-tempo ballad expresses passionate, aching feelings toward “you.” It’s a song that makes you picture a seafront view—like at some place called “___ Pier.”

Love is a Heart of FireNakanishi Keizō38rank/position

Keizo Nakanishi / Love Is the Heart of Fire

Although it’s medium-tempo, as you’d expect from Keizo Nakanishi, it has great rhythm and an infectious groove.

The chorus gives a huge sense of uplift that makes you want to sing along with everyone, and it almost feels like listening to Western pop.

It’s the kind of song I’d love to keep on repeat while driving!

Wish Upon a StarNakanishi Keizō39rank/position

Keizo Nakanishi - 04 - When You Wish Upon a Star (Live 1993)

The regret of “Why couldn’t I do it back then?” is, in a way, a life theme everyone shares.

It’s easy to call it a matter of imagination, but you can’t truly feel it until later, right? At times like that, it seems all we can do is wish upon a star.

That’s what this song is about!