Shiina Ringo Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

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Shiina Ringo – Public Secret

This is the theme song for the Friday Night Drama “Jikou Keisatsu Hajimemashita,” which began streaming on September 30, 2019.

The track itself features a driving ensemble, crafted to match the show’s surreal comedy-mystery vibe.

The music video too, but the song exudes a mature allure, and the rhythm and groove are crucial.

If you want to imitate Ringo-san, try singing with the corners of your mouth slightly raised and a subtly superior air.

That should give you just the right feel.

Don’t overdo it, but keeping the corners of your mouth up generally helps maintain a resonant placement, which should let you produce a stable voice.

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Kubota Mami

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Ringo Sheena – Building Block Play

A song with an exceptionally memorable chorus, “Building Blocks (Tsumiki Asobi).” Many people have probably seen footage of Ringo Sheena dressed in a green kimono, strumming a guitar as she sings this track.

Released in 1999, the song is included on Ringo Sheena’s debut album, “Muzai Moratorium.” While it can feel challenging if you try to be meticulous about every nuance of the vocals, it’s actually a track that still sounds cool when you just ride the energy.

Among Ringo Sheena’s songs, this is one that’s especially easy to hype up at karaoke.

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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.

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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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Ringo Sheena – In Broad Daylight

Known as the frontwoman of Tokyo Jihen and a singer-songwriter who has continually led the scene with her singular musicality since her debut, Ringo Sheena.

This work, included on the double A-side single to be released in August 2025, was written as the theme song for the film “About a Certain Place in the Kinki Region.” As she herself says, “Horror is my forte,” the deeply weighty worldview that resonates with a place-centered mystery is irresistible.

The band sound delivered by a star-studded lineup including Shun Ishiwaka and Yukio Nagoshi heightens a sense of urgency, as if exposing hidden truths.

In true Sheena fashion, be sure to check out the lyrics, which feature various Tokyo place names and station names.

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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