Southern All Stars Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Riding on the Time Machine of the WindSazan Ōrusutāzu85rank/position

Riding on the Time Machine of the Wind

Set along the Shonan coastline, this work weaves a breezy tale themed around life’s fresh starts.

With vocals by Haru Yoko and lyrics and composition by Keisuke Kuwata, it evokes a pleasant sea breeze alongside specific place names like Kamakura and Enoshima.

The scene of a drive escaping winter’s stagnation toward the seaside town brims with forward-looking energy, as if propelled by a tailwind, beautifully depicting the soothing sound of the waves.

Recorded in March 2025 for the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH,” their first in about ten years, the song was also performed on a nationwide tour.

It’s a perfect track for life’s turning points or whenever you’re ready to embark on a new beginning.

The Legend of DJ KobeSazan Ōrusutāzu86rank/position

The Legend of DJ Kobe / Southern All Stars Cover (JASRAC: 054-3027-5)

With a rock ’n’ roll beat that makes you want to sway and evocative scenes of a wistful night, this track stands out.

It was included on the album “NUDE MAN,” released in July 1982.

Keisuke Kuwata’s vocals brilliantly capture the loneliness of the night and a burning passion for music.

It’s filled with Southern All Stars’ signature playfulness and humor, revealing something new with every listen.

The lyrics—featuring shout-outs to DJs and nods to The Beatles—radiate a love of music.

It’s a perfect song to play while driving on a summer night.

Happy BirthdaySazan Ōrusutāzu87rank/position

Happy Birthday

This piece, included on the album KAMAKURA released in September 1985, is Southern All Stars’ first-ever birthday song.

Its brisk ensemble and poppy melody create an atmosphere perfectly suited to celebrating a birthday.

Filled with a message that blesses precious moments with a loved one, it continues to shine without fading as a classic from the Showa era beloved by generations.

A catchy number that adds a festive touch to any birthday.

NEVER FALL IN LOVE AGAINSazan Ōrusutāzu88rank/position

NEVER FALL IN LOVE AGAIN [2024 Remaster]

It’s a track included on the album “Kirei,” released in September 1983.

As the title—meaning something like “I Won’t Fall in Love Anymore”—suggests, it portrays a bittersweet heartbreak.

The lyrics, written from the perspective of the man in a couple who broke up after he realized her feelings had drifted away, are easy for many to relate to.

Between the lines, you can still sense that he hasn’t completely let go of his feelings for her.

The song was featured in 2025 in UNIQLO’s HEATTECH commercial, “A Pleasant Morning.”

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Hane Keisuke

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Oh, Girl (The Sad Screen of My Heart)Sazan Ōrusutāzu89rank/position

OH, GIRL (Sad Screen of the Heart) [2024 Remaster]

A gem of a ballad crafted by Southern All Stars.

It portrays, from a third-person perspective, a woman who single-mindedly continues to long for someone she can no longer meet.

The metaphor in the lyrics—that her sweet yet painful emotions are projected onto a screen—is truly superb.

This piece is included on the classic album “Southern All Stars,” released in January 1990, and was later featured on the best-of collection “Ballad 3: the album of LOVE.” Keisuke Kuwata’s wistful vocals and melody link exquisitely with the lonely, autumnal atmosphere, making it a masterpiece.

Christmas LoveSazan Ōrusutāzu90rank/position

Christmas Love (After the Tears, White Snow Falls) – Southern All Stars – COVER

A Southern Christmas song that portrays a bittersweet romance experienced around Christmastime.

It was used as the commercial song for Marui’s “’93 Marui no Christmas” campaign.

Though the lyrics are poignant, the melody shines with a full-on Christmas mood, sparkling and bright.

Let’s express Christmas with a calm, mature atmosphere!

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SAKI

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MelodySazan Ōrusutāzu91rank/position

Melody [2024 Remaster]

This is a UNIQLO Merino Wool commercial depicting an exchange in a record shop.

Among the many records in the store, Yumi Kawai picks up Southern All Stars’ “Melody,” which is also playing as the commercial’s BGM.

The man who came to the shop with her asks, “Was that before you were born?” Kawai replies, “Truly cool things stay cool forever.” Watching their exchange, Haruka Ayase chimes in, “That’s a great line.” Through this story built around the theme of “good things,” the commercial conveys the appeal of Merino wool.

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Hane Keisuke

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