SHOW-YA Popular Song Ranking [2026]

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3dome No Christmas

A winter ballad by the all-female rock band SHOW-YA that sings of the bittersweetness of Christmas.

Released in December 1988, the song is included on the album “IMMIGRATION,” with lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and composition by Kyohei Tsutsumi.

While SHOW-YA is known for powerful female vocals and virtuosic playing, this track stands out for its emotional content rooted in heartbreak and parting.

It vividly captures the uniquely sentimental atmosphere of the Christmas season, and when paired with its rock sound, the song’s depth and weight as a ballad truly shine.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who has parted ways with a lover or is hoping to reunite with someone dear.

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SHOW-YA – FAIRY (from the DVD “Daifukkatsusai” [Great Revival Festival])

A song that paints a fantastical melody line and a mysterious female figure has become one of SHOW-YA’s signature tracks, beloved by many fans.

The lyrics vividly and emotively depict black hair swaying in the light and a woman dancing in a silk dress, capturing the spellbinding presence of someone like a fairy.

Originally included on the 1986 album “WAYS,” the song proved so popular that it was re-recorded as a self-cover on the March 2012 album “GENUINE DIAMOND.” It’s a piece that gently embraces the feelings hidden in the heart.

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SHOW-YA – HOWEVER

Released in October 2014, this is a track included on SHOW-YA’s first cover album, “Glamorous Show ~ Japanese Legendary Rock Covers.” The original song was released by GLAY in 1997 and sold over 4.8 million copies.

The lyrics are like a proposal to the woman he’s dating, expressing feelings that reaffirm the desire to stay together forever—an ode to mutual love.

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SHOW-YA – Crimson

The original song is by X JAPAN.

As pioneers among female hard rock bands, they truly stood out—and I doubt there’s any other female vocalist who can deliver this song with such power.

It’s a faithful cover of the original, but since the entire band is female, you can feel a refined, high-level musicianship shining through the heaviness.

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SHOW-YA – Prayer (from the DVD “The Great Revival Festival”)

SHOW-YA’s “Inori” (Prayer) is a track included on their 1989 album Outerlimits.

It showcases the diversity of SHOW-YA, the band that ignited a whirlwind of female rock in the late ’80s.

Carrying a warm message, the song features lyrics filled with wishes for someone’s happiness.

Set to music that conveys prayers for world peace and for loved ones, its powerful vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

With this one song, listeners can truly feel the power of love and hope.

It’s recommended for those seeking a touching ballad or wishing to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

Coke is it! ’85 [Wonderfully Dancing]SHOW-YA13rank/position

Coke is it! Open car, 1985

Often cited as pioneers of all-girl bands, they were one of the groups that led the girls’ band boom.

They made their debut in August 1985 with this song, “Suteki ni Dancing (Coke Is It).” It can be called a memorable track for the band.

The origin of their band name is said to come from the “Shoya” restaurant the members used to frequent.

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