ORIGINAL LOVE Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Myth of TomorrowORIGINAL LOVE29rank/position

ORIGINAL LOVE “Myth of Tomorrow”

This is a song created as the theme for the restoration project launched when Myth of Tomorrow—Taro Okamoto’s large-scale mural of the same name as the title here, considered a masterpiece on par with Tower of the Sun yet long missing—was discovered in Mexico in 2003.

In a live performance, it was said: “The project’s producer asked me, ‘Tajima-kun, are you planning to do nothing for this project?’ so I composed it.

Also, when I went to ask for permission to use the title ‘Myth of Tomorrow,’ they readily agreed.” The intro features Taro Okamoto’s own piano performance, making it a magnificent piece that conveys an epic scale.

Listening to the lyrics that express the bond between Taro and his partner, Toshiko, it’s a track that gives chills not only to ORIGINAL LOVE fans but also to Taro Okamoto enthusiasts.

Beyond the blue skyORIGINAL LOVE30rank/position

ORIGINAL LOVE “From Beyond the Blue Sky”

It’s a melodic number included on the 6th album, “Desire.” The intro features the Middle Eastern stringed instrument oud, giving it an oriental flavor, but it’s not world-music-like; instead, it’s a pop track brimming with ORIGINAL LOVE’s signature style.

The vocals are powerful, yet the sound is refreshing, making it utterly captivating.

The lyrics are also excellent, so I highly recommend it.

LET’S GOORIGINAL LOVE31rank/position

Let’s Go!

This is the opening track of their third album.

It’s a complete shift from the stylish sound of the first and second albums, delivering a much funkier number.

When it was released, its markedly different style shocked fans.

The more you listen, the more it grows on you, and even now it doesn’t feel dated.

Around this time, you can start to hear a bit of Tajima’s distinctive vocal quirks emerging.

It’s still performed at recent live shows, where it always gets the crowd going.

Midnight ShuffleORIGINAL LOVE32rank/position

Midnight Shuffle

This is an incredibly soulful and seductive masterpiece included on the 5th album, RAINBOW RACE.

It vividly portrays the passionate entanglement of a man and woman on a midsummer night, so detailed you can almost sense the scent of sweat in the air—it feels like you might actually get swept into a true “Midnight Shuffle.”

Comet of LoveORIGINAL LOVE33rank/position

Comet of Love

The 18th single, released in 2002.

The horn section features GAMO, NARGO, and Kitahara from Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, giving it a brilliantly festive feel.

The lyrics depict the thrill of unrequited love and sentimental emotions, and when layered with Tajima’s sultry vocals, the result is a pop sound that wraps you in a dreamy atmosphere.

It has a driving sense of speed that seems perfect for a road trip, and its gently floating sensation feels somewhat dreamy—as if it would tenderly lull you to sleep before bedtime.

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GOOD MORNING GOOD MORNINGORIGINAL LOVE34rank/position

ORIGINAL LOVE GoodMorningGoodMorning

This song was included on the 7th album, ELEVEN GRAFITTY, and was released as a single.

It’s been performed frequently at recent live shows.

The chorus is very easy to remember, with a catchy melody that you can’t help but hum.

Unlike ORIGINAL LOVE’s previous trajectory rooted in jazz, bossa nova, and soul-funk, this track features an intro that evokes British rock epitomized by The Beatles, giving it a somewhat nostalgic feel.

JUMPIN’ JACK JIVEORIGINAL LOVE35rank/position

JUMPIN’ JACK JIVE (Short Version) Takao Tajima

Included on their first album, it’s a rock ’n’ roll-style track—obvious even from its title, which seems clearly inspired by the Rolling Stones.

Right from the opening line it taunts, like “Your least favorite type—that’s me, right?!” and the way it proposes a new way to compete—“Settle it with a jump!”—is rock to the core and really fun.

At live shows everyone jumps like crazy and the crowd goes wild.

It’s the perfect song to blast when you’re frustrated—it’s incredibly cathartic!