SEKAI NO OWARI Popular Song Rankings [2026]

presentSEKAI NO OWARI11rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI “Present”

A warm message song that speaks to those grappling with the worries and conflicts of adolescence, telling them that their very existence is a gift.

The lyrics were written by Saori of SEKAI NO OWARI, and they read like a gentle letter to her past self.

While it empathizes with the loneliness and anxiety felt in school life, it also portrays—without sounding preachy—the experience of being saved by someone’s words or by music.

Written in 2015 as the set piece for the NHK National School Music Competition’s junior high division, it was performed the same year on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen with a junior high school choir.

In 2024, it was also selected as the Japanese end theme for the film Inside Out 2.

It’s the perfect song to celebrate a loved one’s new beginning—at graduation, school entrance, birthdays, and more.

amberSEKAI NO OWARI12rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI “Amber”

People often think SEKAI NO OWARI has lots of high-pitched songs, but the new track Kohaku doesn’t have those belted high notes, and its relaxed tempo makes it a calm song to sing! The melody is straightforward and easy to remember, so it’s great for karaoke beginners and for those who struggle with high notes.

The overall vocal range is C3–A4, and breath control is the key.

No matter what you sing, if you can’t produce your voice comfortably, it won’t be enjoyable, so at first, focus more on letting your voice out with ease rather than hitting the exact pitches.

If you keep a straight face, you’ll definitely end up singing from your throat, so make the kind of surprised face you would when something startles you.

You should feel the back of your throat gently open.

With that face, take in plenty of air and try singing as if you’re placing your voice softly in front of your face.

Once you’re used to that, start paying attention to pitch and sing more carefully.

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Rainbow-Colored WarSEKAI NO OWARI13rank/position

End of the World / Rainbow-Colored War

In contrast to its pop, slightly fantastical sound, this song by SEKAI NO OWARI pierces with a biting message.

From the perspective of small creatures like flowers and insects, the work exposes the deceit behind the “peace” and “freedom” proclaimed by humans.

The theme of the “invisible war” we join without noticing—or pretend not to notice—is quintessentially SEKAI NO OWARI.

The track appears on EARTH, a landmark indie-era album released in April 2010.

It’s a song that makes you realize that our ordinary, everyday lives may be built upon someone else’s sacrifice.

Phantom LifeSEKAI NO OWARI14rank/position

End of the World / Phantom Life

This song, released during SEKAI NO OWARI’s indie era, carries a profound message themed around life and death.

Fukase’s delicate vocals and Saori’s beautiful piano melodies resonate deeply with listeners.

Many have been moved by the lyrics, which depict the fragility of life and the feeling of loss.

Released in February 2010, the song was later included in the album “EARTH.” It’s a piece that gently stays by your side when you want to face the sorrow of losing someone dear.

Sleeping BeautySEKAI NO OWARI15rank/position

Nemurihime

A gem-like ballad that gently wraps the grief and sense of loss from losing someone precious in a fairy-tale worldview.

On a morning after waking, the inability to accept the reality that a loved one is no longer there is woven into a fantastical story.

With SEKAI NO OWARI’s signature dreamy melody and tender vocals that stay close to profound sorrow, the song delivers true comfort to listeners’ hearts.

Released in July 2012, it was also used in a commercial for NTT Plala.

When you can’t face the memory of a painful farewell or want to sort out your feelings for someone dear, this song will gently embrace your heart.

FarewellSEKAI NO OWARI16rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI “Saraba”

With its light rhythm and uplifting melody, this track resonates pleasantly and is perfect for anyone taking a new step forward.

Released by SEKAI NO OWARI in April 2023, the song was also used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Wednesday drama “My Housekeeper Nagisa-san.” Its message—valuing your true self amid a changing world—gently nudges graduates onward.

Even when a new environment feels daunting, listening to this song will give you courage.

It’s recommended for those who want to greet graduation day with a smile while moving at their own pace.

sunflowerSEKAI NO OWARI17rank/position

Himawari

The protagonist, who had been living in a dark world, ends up meeting “you,” someone dazzling like the sun—the beginning of a forbidden love as sung by SEKAI NO OWARI.

Listening to this song, you can feel that bittersweet thrill of knowing the person is off-limits, yet realizing thanks to them your world is starting to gain color.

Maybe it’s precisely because the melody is light and pop that it tightens your chest even more.

This track is included on the acclaimed album “Lip,” which topped the Oricon charts in February 2019.

It’s a song that gently stays with you in that helpless rush of feelings at the moment you fall in love, even when you know it won’t be returned.

IlluminationSEKAI NO OWARI18rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI “Illumination”

A song that paints the glittering scenery of winter with a unique sense of color.

Instead of bold hues like red or blue, it gently affirms the beauty of a lingering, blended gray—and that kindness really touches the heart.

Fukase’s warm vocals and the wintry, shimmering strings softly wrap around a chilled heart.

Released in October 2018, the track was created as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Legal V: Ex-Lawyer Shoko Takanashi,” and was later included on the album “Lip.” With lyrics that balance strength and tenderness, it’s perfect for times when you want to love someone just as they are.

An ideal song to sink into during the cold season while feeling someone’s warmth.

Fight MusicSEKAI NO OWARI19rank/position

Fight Music

A track by SEKAI NO OWARI that powerfully pushes you forward when you feel like your spirit is breaking after repeated losses, yet still want to get back up.

It’s not just a pretty cheer song—it has a fiery intensity that turns even bitter feelings like frustration and defeat into energy.

Featured on the album ENTERTAINMENT released in July 2012, this song stands out with its lively, full-bodied sound incorporating live brass and mandolin.

It’s a song that turns the sting of setbacks into a springboard and gives you the courage to sit down and try again.

When you’re down about test results or just can’t find the motivation, listen to this track and charge up the power to face your own weaknesses.

tearsSEKAI NO OWARI20rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI「tears」

A soul-stirring, gem-like ballad from SEKAI NO OWARI that delicately portrays the aching sorrow of losing a dear friend.

It carefully traces the journey of two people who, despite an unfavorable first impression of each other, grow into irreplaceable “brothers.” The questions addressed to heaven carry both the heartbreak of longing for a reunion and gratitude for the days they shared, leaving a powerful impact on listeners.

Released in July 2021, the song is included on the album “scent of memory” and was chosen as the theme song for SEKAI NO OWARI’s first large-scale exhibition, THE SECRET HOUSE.

A resonant track that offers comfort to anyone who has experienced parting with someone important.