ORIGINAL LOVE Popular Song Ranking [2026]

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ORIGINAL LOVE / Kiss

ORIGINAL LOVE is a musical group that was a huge hit in the ’90s.

Their song “Kiss” is their biggest hit.

While the word “kiss” itself feels quite sensual, the melody is crafted to be incredibly fresh and breezy, giving the song a vibe that contrasts with the title’s image.

It’s sexy yet refreshing—such a wonderful combination.

The melody isn’t particularly difficult, so it’s very easy to sing! It’s also been covered by many artists, so if you’re interested, definitely check it out!

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Ryo

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ORIGINAL LOVE / Kiss

If you’re looking for a seductive, city-night vibe, how about a track by ORIGINAL LOVE? Its sound—where soul and jazz intertwine with sultry elegance—puts you in a more grown-up mood just by listening.

You can practically picture a passionate, romantic love story unfolding between two people spending a long night alone together.

Takao Tajima’s sweet, soulful vocals convey such aching affection that it makes your heart swell.

Released in November 1993 as their fifth single, the song was produced as the theme for the NTV drama “Otona no Kiss” (Adult’s Kiss).

It’s a melt-in-your-mouth sweet love song, perfect for a quiet night alone or for time spent close with someone special—give it a listen.

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Primal / Original Love

It’s Original Love’s eighth single, released in 1996.

It was originally written as a theme song for a TV drama and became a hit, reaching No.

5 on the Oricon weekly chart.

The lyrics are excellent, and singing it vividly brings the scenes and emotions to life.

Let’s meet on the far side of the moon.ORIGINAL LOVE4rank/position

ORIGINAL LOVE - Let's Meet on the Dark Side of the Moon

Speaking of early masterpieces by ORIGINAL LOVE released in 1991, “Tsuki no Ura de Aimashou” (Let’s Meet on the Far Side of the Moon) comes to mind.

It was written as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “BANANA CHIPS LOVE.” Unlike many moon-themed songs that carry a melancholic image, this one is unusual—a lively track with a distinctly Shibuya-kei vibe and an upbeat rhythm that’s a joy to listen to.

Beyond the single version, it’s been re-recorded multiple times, including an album version and a rendition featuring only piano accompaniment and vocals.

It’s a classic that’s also been covered by Maki Nomiya of Pizzicato Five and by Hitomi Shimatani, so definitely give it a listen!

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Hamada Takuya

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Blow the night away

Since 1995, Original Love has operated as Takao Tajima’s solo unit, releasing hit songs like “Kiss” and “Primal.” “Yoru o Buttobase,” included on their major-label debut album LOVE! LOVE! & LOVE!, leaves a lasting impression with its soulful vocals over a funky ensemble.

Its lyrics, which blow away feelings of melancholy, are perfect for lifting your spirits when you’re worried or feeling down.

It’s a light, catchy pop tune that’s also great as background music for a drive when you want to forget everything for a while.

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Hoshino Takashi

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The Rover (LIVE) ORIGINAL LOVE

It’s the opening number of the masterpiece album “Hear the Wind Sing,” and even more than twenty years after its release, it’s a track where you can feel Tajima still evolving.

His powerful, wild stage presence here is unbeatable.

It’s a song where you can fully savor his overwhelming soulful feeling.

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ORIGINAL LOVE – Dreamer – RAINBOW RACE

This is a song included on the 5th album, “RAINBOW RACE.” It gives the impression of a Brazilian-style pop track in terms of BPM, with a flute that weaves in between sections and sounds wonderfully pleasant.

Thanks to the genius of Takao Tajima, it’s put together with stylish, well-balanced finesse, yet this exquisite cohesion also feels like something that could only have been expressed by a band in the 1990s.