Ranking of Rin-ne’s popular songs, who also serves as a Munakata Support Ambassador
Rapper Rin-ne, who began his music career at 18 and made his debut in 2019.
His single “snow jam,” released in 2020, shot to the top of Spotify’s Japan Viral Chart, bringing him sudden attention and rapidly growing popularity, especially among younger listeners.
Hailing from Munakata City in Fukuoka Prefecture, he was appointed a Munakata Support Ambassador in 2021.
In this article, we’ll introduce a ranking of Rin-ne’s popular songs, which we hope listeners of all kinds—longtime fans and those who are just discovering him—will enjoy.
Top 10 most popular songs by Rin-ne (who also serves as a Munakata Support Ambassador)
snow jamRin Oto1rank/position
This track captivates with a chill, mellow sound themed around that drowsy, relaxed feeling before sleep.
Its warm, everyday lyrics and soothing flow gently resonate on cold winter nights.
It’s a single by Fukuoka-born rapper Rin-ne, released in February 2020, and it’s also included on the album “swipe sheep.” Despite having no tie-in, it gained buzz through use on platforms like YouTube Shorts, surpassing 100 million total streams about ten months after release.
It also achieved notable recognition, including winning the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards.
It’s perfect for peaceful moments with someone special or for quiet winter nights alone—definitely give it a listen.
When love endsRin Oto2rank/position
Born in 1999 and hailing from Fukuoka, Rin-ne is a rapper who’s gained popularity especially among younger listeners.
Rather than a hard-edged style, he’s known for a melodious approach that sits between mellow tracks, melody, and rap—earning support even from people who don’t usually listen to hip-hop.
“Koi ga Owareba,” a track from his third EP, “back alley,” released in December 2024, is quintessential Rin-ne: a standout song featuring a chill, lo-fi hip-hop-inspired track, melodious rap, and sharp, clever wordplay.
Overall, there are plenty of sections where the melody is sung, and if you learn the lyrics and the phrasing breaks, it’s approachable even for those who aren’t confident with rap—plus, it’ll sound cool at karaoke!
Dumped in Spring feat. Kubota KaiRin Oto3rank/position
The Reiwa-era cherry blossoms bloom with rich emotion in the collaborative single Haru ni Furarete feat.
Kubota Kai by Rin-ne and Kubota Kai.
Released in 2021, the song portrays a breakup between a certain couple set against the backdrop of spring.
The lyrics unfold the feelings from both the man’s and the woman’s perspectives, crafted so the story can be enjoyed as a narrative.
The track’s gentle production and pleasant melody leave a strong impression, warmly enveloping the listener.
marble latteRin Oto4rank/position
You know how the cold winter air can make your heart feel just a little tense? This is a track by Rin-ne that gently accompanies the everyday life of university students.
The song has a comforting warmth—like a hot drink soaking into your heart—that lets you take a deep breath and relax.
It likens the blending of a latte to emotions, and the choice of words is truly lovely.
Released in December 2023, its rounded keyboard tones and gentle beat are perfect for studying in a café or taking a walk on a nighttime street.
FruitsRin Oto5rank/position
Rapper Rin-ne, who’s garnered attention for his everyday-life-inspired lyrics and rap skills strong enough to win multiple MC battles, teams up with asmi—often called “the most-used voice on social media”—on Fruits, the theme song for the Netflix series Let’s Get Divorced.
Even when you’ve decided to break up, you can’t help but still care; if you’ve ever been in love, that feeling might overlap with your own experience.
It’s a sentimental pop tune with a laid-back track and a poignant melody that really resonates.
eye seeRin Oto6rank/position
This track captivates with rap that unfolds like it’s gliding over a cool sound.
It was released in November 2024 as a lead single from the EP “back alley.” The hard, transparent beat and the rhythmic flow of words feel incredibly good as they race by.
While it carries a metropolitan, slightly chilly atmosphere, it still somehow conveys a human warmth.
Take your time with this one and really let it sink in.
Song of DawnRin Oto7rank/position
An alarm song I especially recommend for summer is Yoakeno Uta.
It’s a track by the rapper Rin-ne, best known for the hit Snow Jam, released digitally in 2020.
You know those days when something great happened and you almost don’t want to fall asleep? This medium-tempo number has lyrics that let you savor the afterglow of a day like that or the eve of a day off, and it’s heart-tugging.
Paired with a warm track, the rhyming is a lot of fun.
A little bittersweet yet warm and emotional, this song is sure to make waking up feel pleasant.
