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NUMBER GIRL Popular Song Rankings [2026]
NUMBER GIRL is a four-piece rock band that has achieved legendary status as pioneers of alternative rock in Japan.
From their first year after moving to Tokyo, they played nearly 40 shows, and the following year they successfully performed overseas, earning high praise both domestically and internationally.
Their alternative sound, rooted in guitar rock, continues to captivate fans even after their breakup.
In this feature, we present a ranking of NUMBER GIRL’s most popular songs—essential reading not only for rock fans but also for anyone who hasn’t listened to them yet!
NUMBER GIRL Popular Song Rankings [2026]
Transparent GirlNUMBER GIRL1rank/position
“Toumei Shoujo” (Transparent Girl) is one of NUMBER GIRL’s signature songs, included on their major-label debut album “School Girl Distortional Addict,” released in July 1999.
It’s a striking track with a sentimental guitar riff that evokes the end of summer and a noisy sound.
The lyrics are open to various interpretations depending on the listener, and it’s fun to ponder the story woven into them.
It has an irresistibly wistful atmosphere that makes you want to listen to it as summer draws to a close.
Become sharp like steelNUMBER GIRL2rank/position
The third single from NUMBER GIRL, a four-piece band that shocked Japan’s rock scene with their razor-sharp sound.
Released in 2000, it’s a fan favorite also featured on the best-of compilation “OMOIDE IN MY HEAD 1 ~BEST & B-SIDES~.” The cutting lyrics that slice through urban everyday life and the exhilarating sense of speed make for a thrilling track.
Because the guitar features many sharp, incisive parts, it’s important to keep your wrist loose and practice locking in the rhythm.
For drums and bass, syncing your breathing and nailing the hits together is the key to achieving a higher level of polish.
OMOIDE IN MY HEADNUMBER GIRL3rank/position
This is a memorable commercial that begins with a high school baseball player watching footage of Hifumi Abe’s match and saying, “Abe-kun’s really giving it his all.” After the ballplayer, a female welder, an office worker, a dancer, and others appear one after another, speaking with pride about their own jobs and activities, saying, “We’re not losing to anyone either!” Watching it makes you think, “I’ll do my best too!”—it’s a wonderful ad.
The BGM features NUMBER GIRL’s signature song, “OMOIDE IN MY HEAD.” The lyrics, filled with words that evoke a sense of youth, are striking, so please give it a listen while reading along with the lyrics.
Delayed BrainNUMBER GIRL4rank/position
NUMBER GIRL’s “Delayed Brain” feels like putting the jumbled scenery inside your head straight into words.
It’s included on their 2002 album NUM-HEAVYMETALLIC.
The band’s performance, which gives off an ennui-laden mood, together with vocalist Shutoku Mukai’s voice, evokes a mind so overwhelmed that fatigue has begun to show.
That flowing sound seems to sit close to the listener’s heart and gently soothe its wounds.
It’s a song I recommend for those times when you’re completely worn out, body and soul.
