Shiina Ringo Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Pathological lyingShiina Ringo31rank/position

Kyogenshou -I Am A Liar-

Ringo Sheena’s “Kyogensho” is a song that showcases her delicate yet resilient inner world.

Released in 1999, it casts a sharp light on the darker side of society and continues to captivate listeners.

Its unique melody intertwined with profound lyrics is somewhat shocking, yet the emotion embedded within resonates deep beyond words.

It’s a masterpiece only a charismatic artist like Ringo Sheena—irresistible to fans of visual kei and Japanese rock—could create.

Despite the dark lyrics, its dynamic, cool sound is sure to grab your heart and hold on tight.

Gods and BuddhasShiina Ringo32rank/position

Shiina Ringo – God, Buddha

A soulful blues rock track featuring Hideto Mukai of ZAZEN BOYS, it was used as the CM song for the au smartphone “isai vivid.” It’s a song I feel works better sung with someone rather than solo.

If you only read the lyrics or only listen to the music, it might feel difficult, so I recommend pairing the lyrics and the music together.

There are some shout-like parts here and there, but first try singing it normally, and once you get used to it, you can gradually add some shouts.

If you’re not good at shouting, sing clearly and crisply! The chorus has a wave-like melody line, but if you don’t rush and sing the lyrics as they are, you’ll be fine.

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in broad daylightShiina Ringo33rank/position

Ringo Sheena – In Broad Daylight

This song was specially written as the theme for the film “About a Certain Place in the Kinki Region.” It was released as a double A-side single in August 2025.

Regarding this work, Sheena Ringo herself said, “Horror is my forte,” and the imposing band sound, featuring a stellar lineup including Shun Ishiwaka, harmonizes perfectly with the film’s horror elements.

When the hidden truth is revealed, please immerse yourself in the earnest emotions that well up within.

CappuccinoShiina Ringo34rank/position

Cappuccino

Here’s the song that Ringo Sheena—known for her distinctive turns of phrase and sharp insight—wrote for Rie Tomosaka.

It was released in 1999, and later Sheena herself recorded a self-cover.

Using a cappuccino—blending sweetness and bitterness—as its motif, it portrays the complex emotions of romance.

The lyrics, which deftly capture a young woman’s growth and budding feelings of love, seem to resonate with many listeners.

With a simple melody and a catchy rhythm, it’s also a popular choice for karaoke.

It’s a perfect track for those troubled by love or those who want to savor a more mature romance.

SpicaShiina Ringo35rank/position

Ringo Sheena (椎名林檎, Shiina Ringo) – “Spica” (スピカ, Supika)

I never imagined that Ringo Sheena had covered a Spitz song.

The atmosphere really changes from the original, where Spitz’s vocalist Masamune Kusano sings in a way that gently wraps around the listener.

Ringo Sheena’s sultry, edgy voice pulls you into a whole new world.

The arrangement and expression, different from the original’s rock sound, make it sound like an entirely different song in a way.

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mellowShiina Ringo36rank/position

Ringo Sheena – Mellow

Mellow, a classic by Sheena Ringo, was included on the 2000 album Zecchōshū and later received a music video in 2008.

Her songs are notoriously hard to interpret due to their distinctive world-building, and while the true meaning of this track remains unclear, lyrics that profess love while brandishing a knife at the beloved bring to mind the idea that love and hate are two sides of the same coin.

It’s a song I’d recommend when you’re torn between affection and resentment.

The contrast between the song’s fierce sound and the almost fairy-tale feel of the music video is astonishing!

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Every girlShiina Ringo37rank/position

Tokyo Incidents – Any Girl Can

It’s the commercial song for Shiseido’s “MAQuillAGE.” I wrote it with the image of idol Aya Matsuura singing it.

Because of its catchy melody and its theme of celebrating women, it’s often used as background music for TV programs during cosmetics features, so it’s very familiar to many listeners.

In progress (experiment ongoing)Shiina Ringo38rank/position

Ringo Sheena – In Experiment

This song carries a powerful message from Ringo Sheena: “Let’s use ourselves as test subjects and explore how to live better!” Released in July 2025 as the campaign song for Shiseido Ultimune, it resonates perfectly with the campaign’s ethos of breaking free from every constraint.

Set to an energetic rock sound, it’s an anthem to freely experimenting without fear of failure.

When you’re held back by others’ eyes or conventional wisdom and can’t take the first step, listening to this track will spark the motivation to say, “Let’s just try it.”

Even as the sky glows madder red, my path home lies unlit…Shiina Ringo39rank/position

Even as the crimson glow lights the road home... Sheena Ringo – Triumph Bonneville Bobber

This song shines with Ringo Sheena’s distinctive lyrical world and unique musicality, depicting a poignant scene at dusk.

On the way home bathed in the setting sun, it captures the sadness of parting and reflections on the passing of time, delivering a message that resonates deeply with listeners.

Included on the 1999 album “Muzai Moratorium,” this work had a profound impact as Sheena’s debut release.

When you want to feel the day’s end while watching the sunset, why not listen to this track that will seep into your heart?

The Path Where Beasts TreadShiina Ringo, Miyamoto Hiroji40rank/position

Ringo Sheena and Hiroji Miyamoto – The Narrow Road the Beast Walks

The world, densely depicting human instincts and hidden impulses, draws you in more and more the more you listen! It’s a lavish collaborative number, irresistible for its heavy orchestral sound and vocals that clash head-on with fierce individuality.

The song is by Ringo Sheena and Hiroji Miyamoto of Elephant Kashimashi.

It was chosen as the theme for Nippon TV’s news program “news zero,” released in October 2018, and later included on the album “Sandokushi.” Rather than aiming for pretty harmonies, wouldn’t it land cooler if you sing by hurling your intensity at each other? It’s a track I highly recommend to anyone who wants to set aside shyness and sing with their whole being to get the crowd going!