Japanese R&B Popularity Rankings [2026]
We’ve picked out popular Japanese R&B tracks to date.
Among them, we’ve selected those that are especially popular with men.
We introduce the songs in a ranked list based on play counts, so please take a look.
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Japanese R&B Popularity Ranking [2026] (81–90)
babyGuiano85rank/position
It’s a Vocaloid song with an R&B flavor that’s perfect for when you want to calm your mind.
Created by the Vocaloid producer Guiano, known for captivating listeners with delicate melodies, it was released in January 2021.
The cool, refreshing sound makes it genuinely pleasant to listen to.
The lyrics intertwine rain with tears and sorrow, carrying a gentle message: “I hope this song can be your umbrella.” Despite its quietness, the strong emotion comes through and it’s incredibly moving.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for music that stays close to your heart.
AbracadabraBRADIO86rank/position
A track from the demo album “DANCE’N’ SOUL.” Its uptempo dance-rock sound is guaranteed to bring the energy up in any live house.
It’s classy and funky yet still hits with younger listeners, striking a superb balance between retro and modern—truly impressive.
Take Me HigherBRADIO87rank/position
This is a song included on DIAMOND POPS, released in October 2013.
The music video is a lyric video, so you can really immerse yourself in the song while following the words closely.
The lyrics—about soaring tens of thousands of feet higher the more strongly you wish—truly resonate.
It’s a stylish track with that signature BRADIO sound.
25eill88rank/position
Eill is a female singer-songwriter from Tokyo, born in 1998.
Influenced by Korean music from a young age, she has drawn attention for her clear, crystalline voice and a vocal style reminiscent of K-pop.
Her latest song, “25,” released in February 2024, debuted alongside a music video directed by eill herself, delicately portraying the shifting emotions of being 25 years old.
The lyrics express the gap between dreams and reality, the changes happening around her and her own place within them, as well as the beauty and complexity of life—elements that are sure to resonate with listeners of the same generation.
The expressive power eill showcases in “25” raises high expectations for her musical journey ahead.
It’s a song we especially recommend to people in their twenties who value staying true to themselves while taking on new challenges.
friendsiri89rank/position
iri, a singer-songwriter from Kanagawa, is an artist whose charm lies in a unique atmosphere created by freely blending elements of R&B and hip-hop.
Her track “friends” has an instrumental vibe reminiscent of fusion, jazz, and the chillout music that’s been popular in recent years, but once her melodious vocal lines come in, it instantly takes on an easy-to-listen, pop-like groove—truly a magical song.
Also, the lead synth tones are distinctive, so be sure to listen closely for those too!
Midnight CruiseWONK90rank/position
This is a song by the four-piece band WONK.
You can clearly see the influence of soul music—it’s a very mature track.
It’s included on their 2017 album Castor.
It evokes beautiful natural scenery in your mind.
Japanese R&B Popularity Rankings [2026] (91–100)
24/7 YOU…LANA91rank/position
The song “24/7 YOU…” included on LANA’s album Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, released in March 2023, is a centerpiece of the record, which marks her first full-length release in about five and a half years.
Built on an experimental sound that incorporates elements of Jersey drill, Americana, and R&B, it serves as LANA’s first full-fledged love song, in which she candidly lays bare her feelings for a lover.
Set to a danceable rhythm, the track expresses a heartfelt desire to be together 24/7/365, while its urban, contemporary lyrics exude a cool sensuality.
It’s been hailed as a new direction that casts LANA’s career in a different light.
The song’s greatest appeal lies in her vocal performance, which conveys the complex emotions of romance with a sultry poeticism that resonates with all genders.
Thanks to the exquisite marriage of 90s-style shadowy beats and mellow vocals, it’s likely to be enjoyed by a wide range of listeners—from youthful, playful audiences to more mature fans.