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SMAP Popular Song Ranking [2026]

SMAP, who reigned at the top of the male idol scene for nearly 30 years as a national idol group.

In fact, they were quite adventurous musically—consistently embracing challenges right to the end—by using songs from up-and-coming artists, featuring popular overseas jazz players, and even releasing odd-meter dance tracks as singles.

SMAP Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (41–50)

SMAP No.5SMAP43rank/position

In 2007, SMAP appeared in a Pocari Sweat commercial, and in it they were chased by a dinosaur skeleton, with CG showing them drying out and turning into skeletons themselves.

The song is one of the tracks in the “SMAP Medley,” which was included as a B-side to their debut single, “Can’t Stop!! -LOVING-.”

buzzer beaterSMAP44rank/position

“buzzer beater” is a track by SMAP that was included as the B-side of their 39th single “Dear WOMAN,” released in 2006.

In 2006, it was selected as the theme song for sports broadcasts on TV Asahi, including coverage of the FIFA World Cup.

The title “buzzer beater” is said to be derived from terminology used in basketball and ice hockey.

The intro features a soulful bassline and a lively horn section that is sure to get you pumped up.

If you haven’t heard it yet, definitely give it a listen!

freebirdSMAP45rank/position

This is the 34th single by SMAP, the national idol group that disbanded last year to the regret of people all across Japan.

It was also the comeback song for Goro Inagaki, who was on hiatus at the time.

The song tells you that you don’t have to push yourself—just do your best at your own pace.

The Beginning SongSMAP46rank/position

SMAP - The Beginning Song (Live)
The Beginning SongSMAP

Every time I listen to this song, my heart resets and I feel ready to try again.

It tells me it’s okay to go at my own pace.

And if I get down or lose my rhythm, it will always be there to support me.

It’s a song like that.

In this unpredictable, one-of-a-kind moment, it helps me do my best in my own way.

The one and only flower in the worldSMAP47rank/position

A song released in 2003 has transcended time and generations and continues to be loved today.

You still often hear the public’s heartfelt calls for “SMAP to reunite!” The song was written and composed by Noriyuki Makihara, who is said to have hurriedly finished it under a tight deadline.

Its lyrics—conveying the message that “you don’t have to aim to be number one; each and every person is special”—recall Misuzu Kaneko’s poem “We’re all different, and that’s all right.” How about singing this song when someone asks for “just one number!” at a birthday party? It’s a highly recommended track that brings everyone present together in a shared sense of unity.

My halfSMAP48rank/position

A maxi single released in 2011.

It has a mature, R&B-style melody, but it sees the person you love as a “part of yourself,” and I felt it sings about the feelings of love from one’s younger days.

They aren’t in a mutual relationship yet; it’s more like quietly nurturing their feelings in their heart.

Thinking of a lover or someone you like as a part of yourself may be a sensation unique to romantic love.

Let’s go see the sunrise.SMAP49rank/position

[I tried singing] Let's Go See the Sunrise / SMAP — Covered by Nozomi Amemiya | Johnny's
Let's go see the sunrise.SMAP

This heartwarming song by SMAP sings of a father’s warm gaze toward his daughter and of hope for the future.

The lyrics, which promise to get through anxious nights together and welcome a new morning, gently support the listener’s heart.

Released in January 1999, it reached No.

3 on the Oricon weekly chart and was certified Platinum.

It perfectly matches the seaside scene of the sun rising over the horizon.

When a new day begins or when you need the courage to take on a challenge, this song will softly light your heart.