Kana Nishino Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

EsperanzaNishino Kana15rank/position

Kana Nishino “Esperanza” MV Full

A song by Kana Nishino that expresses the bittersweet feelings of a woman’s unrequited love through passionate Latin sounds.

Even though she knows the person she likes already has a partner, the woman’s complex emotions still resonate deeply.

The sound of Spanish guitar and the powerful vocals beautifully fuse heartache with a forward-looking spirit.

Released in May 2011, it was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Sukkiri!!” and was included on the album “Thank you, Love.” It won the Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.

This is a song that stands by women troubled by unrequited love and gives them the courage to keep looking ahead without giving up.

Dear…Nishino Kana16rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Dear…' MV Full

This single was released on December 2, 2009, and was used in commercials for DOCOMO supporting exam-takers, as well as in commercials for RecoChoku.

The song’s overall vocal range spans two octaves from F3 to F5, with the verse being quite low and then exploding into a very high register in the chorus.

Although Kana Nishino’s songs are generally perceived as consistently high, there are many tracks like “Dear…” that also use low notes, which makes the range broader.

However, because the tempo is relaxed, as long as you manage your breathing properly, you should be able to maintain the stamina to sing the whole song.

Rather than focusing only on the high notes, be mindful not to let the low notes in the verse sound muffled.

Low pitches tend to drop into the throat, so the key is to raise your eyebrows and project the voice forward as if pushing it out.

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Have a nice dayNishino Kana17rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Have a nice day' MV Full

“I just can’t get out of bed in the morning…” For those sleepy mornings, this song—beloved as the theme for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV in 2016—gives you a boost of energy.

With lyrics full of everyday vibes that practically let you hear the alarm clock and smell the coffee, it’s something anyone can relate to! The down-to-earth message Kana Nishino delivers is packed with positive energy that nudges you to say, “Alright, let’s do our best today!” even when studying or going to school feels like a drag.

Even the hectic rush of getting ready in the morning seems like it could move along smoothly when you listen to this track.

I love youNishino Kana18rank/position

Kana Nishino “I Love You” MV Full

The 33rd single “I Love You,” chosen as the theme song for the film My Little Monster.

The lyrics, which honestly express feelings for a loved one, gain warmth through an ensemble featuring piano and acoustic guitar.

With its relaxed tempo and relatively even melodic line, it should be easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.

The melody in the chorus is a bit quicker, but since the pitch doesn’t change much, it’s a pop tune that’s hard to mess up at karaoke.

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Hoshino Takashi

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ifNishino Kana19rank/position

Kana Nishino “if” MV Full

“If” has a melody that conveys a poignant feeling right from the intro—it’s such a beautiful song.

It’s the piece my student practiced the most, and it holds special memories because they said, “I want to sing with a beautiful voice like Kana-yan’s!” and overcame their struggle with falsetto.

The highest note in this song is D#5, which is of course high, but I think the improvised falsetto lines at the beginning and end can be tough if you’re not used to them, since they’re sung with various articulations.

Those ad-lib sections sound so beautiful, so it’s worth nailing them.

With themes like “fateful encounters” and “hopes for the future,” I’d love for you to sing it to someone important to you.

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Kubota Mami

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BelieveNishino Kana20rank/position

Kana Nishino “Believe” MV Full

A song by Kana Nishino that leaves a strong impression: after boldly transforming her look and starting to work on herself, the protagonist spots her ex looking happy, feels shaken, yet resolves to move forward with a positive outlook.

Alongside its up-tempo sound, the message emphasizing the importance of believing in yourself resonates deeply.

Released in June 2013, the track was used in House Wellness Foods’ C1000 commercial and is included on the album Love Collection ~mint~.

It’s a gentle push for anyone healing from heartbreak who wants to believe in their future, and for those ready to take a new step forward.

I’m sorryNishino Kana21rank/position

Kana Nishino “Gomen ne” Live on ‘with LOVE tour’

The song “Gomen ne” is included on the 5th album “with LOVE.” The contrast between the delicate sound of the acoustic guitar riding a triple meter and lyrics that portray the difficulty of being honest with a partner really resonates.

While the vocal range is narrow and the song is easy to sing, the quick, finely rising-and-falling melody can cause pitch slips, so sing calmly.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s a heartwarming number that should be easy even for those not very used to karaoke.

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Hoshino Takashi

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