Popular Okinawan Songs: Artist Rankings [2026]

Chin-nuku jūshīFour Sisters36rank/position

Four Sisters Chin Nuku Jūshī (Four Sisters chinnuku jūshī)

This is a song played at Miebashi Station on the Okinawa Urban Monorail, themed around nostalgic scenes of Okinawan family life from a slightly earlier time.

The image of an Okinawan evening comes vividly to mind.

In an era when family ties are weakening, the compassion conveyed through this song and its lyrics moves us deeply.

Stay with meIsland37rank/position

Island – Stay with me

A song by a band formed by the Shiroma brothers after the legendary rock band Murasaki disbanded.

It’s a legendary track that every Okinawan knows.

It was also used as the ending theme for the radio program All Night Nippon, becoming a huge hit not only in Okinawa but nationwide.

LazuliMONGOL800, WANIMA38rank/position

Lazuli

This song vividly portrays the landscapes of Okinawa, richly infused with the nature and culture of the Ryukyu Islands.

It has a nostalgic, emotionally evocative atmosphere that makes you almost hear the sound of waves and the timbre of the sanshin.

Born from a collaboration between the two bands MONGOL800 and WANIMA, this work is included on the split EP “Aiyaya 2,” released in September 2024.

While conveying the distinct spirit of Okinawa, its lyrics sing of universal love and hope that are sure to resonate with many listeners.

It’s a perfect track for moments when you want to feel summer memories or the bonds with someone dear.

Dance, TidusManami39rank/position

♪ Manami “Dance, Tiida” MV [2016 Orion Southern Star CM Song]

This is a song by Okinawan artist manami.

It was used in a commercial for Orion Beer that aired in Okinawa.

“Tiida” is an Okinawan dialect word meaning “sun.” As the title “Odore Tiida” (“Dance, Sun”) suggests, the song evokes a fresh image of Okinawa—summer sunshine and the sea.

It’s a bright pop number that lifts your spirits and gets you energized.

Yasaka LIT feat. CHICO CARLITOOZworld40rank/position

OZworld / Yae LIT feat. CHICO CARLITO (Prod. Foux) [Music Video]

“Let’s celebrate the future with a feast, not a fight!” This is a positive toast anthem by Okinawa-born rapper OZworld, featuring fellow Okinawan CHICO CARLITO.

True to its title—which fuses a traditional Japanese phrase wishing for prosperity with an Okinawan dialect expression for “cheers”—the song carries a powerful message that shines a light of hope in chaotic times.

Released in May 2025, it was created to commemorate their first Nippon Budokan concert scheduled for October of the same year.

Gather with your closest friends, talk about the future ahead, and this track is guaranteed to lift the mood at any celebration!

Pink WindROACH41rank/position

Pink Wind

ROACH, a loud rock band representing Okinawa.

This song expresses the feeling of being dyed by the pink-hued breeze of someone you love, and now wanting to dye them pink in return.

While the track itself is loud rock, its melody line evokes the flavor of Okinawan folk music.

WOO－TOO－TOO－WALTZ42rank/position

♪ WOO－TOO－TOO－ / WALTZ

This is a song that comically celebrates the Okinawan people’s reverence for their ancestors.

The music created by the leader, Rolly, gradually gained strong, widespread support.

Their American pop and hard rock, which set Uchinaaguchi lyrics to R&B rhythms, are expanding their following in the city of Koza, where the old atmosphere still lingers.