Southern All Stars Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

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Southern All Stars – Hotaru [Official Music Video]

It is a beautiful ballad imbued with prayers for peace.

Written as the theme song for the film “The Eternal Zero,” it was released in August 2013.

It was the first time in 23 years that Southern All Stars handled a movie theme song.

Keisuke Kuwata was moved by the film’s message—“I will definitely come back alive for my family”—and created the piece with a wish for peace.

While depicting blue skies and summer scenes, the song expresses sorrow and poignancy for lives lost.

As a piece that empathizes with those who lost loved ones in war, it is sure to resonate with many hearts.

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Southern All Stars – Regards to Joan of Arc [Official Music Video]

Southern All Stars is a rock band that has been active for many years.

They’re known for their impressively wide-ranging, genre-defying musicality, but their new song “Regards to Joan of Arc” is wrapped up in orthodox rock ’n’ roll.

Despite its rocky melody, the vocal range is set on the narrower side.

The riff has a loud feel, but the vocals are surprisingly restrained, so even men with a limited vocal range should be able to sing it without any trouble.

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Miss Brand-New Day (2024 Remaster)

Kohei Matsushita introduces why the “Kando Pants” and “Kando Jacket” are so ‘moving.’ In addition to being extremely easy to move in, the “Kohei Matsushita: 30-Second Kando Presentation” version highlights that they can also be worn in situations where a polished look is required.

Meanwhile, in the “Why Kando?” version, Southern All Stars’ “Miss Brand-New Day (MISS BRAND-NEW DAY)” is featured.

Released in 1984, the song captivates with its refreshing melody and mature lyrics.

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Hane Keisuke

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Southern All Stars 'Heiwa no Ryūka' (Ryukyuan Song of Peace)

A Southern All Stars number that quietly speaks of the pain of war and the wish for peace.

Included on the album “Umi no Yeah!!,” it was released in June 1998.

Set in Okinawa, it portrays the scars left by the war and the lingering pain that won’t heal, while conveying the importance of love and hope.

Keisuke Kuwata’s warm vocals resonate as if gently embracing the listener’s heart.

When your wish for peace grows stronger, please give it a listen.

Its beautiful melody and profound message are sure to sink deep into your heart.

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Midsummer Fruit

Southern All Stars’ “Manatsu no Kajitsu” (Midsummer Fruit) is a song released in 1990 as the theme for the film Inamura Jane.

Its gentle acoustic sound is striking, and the lyrics portray poignant summer scenes.

Among Southern All Stars’ many hits, it could be considered a signature ballad.

As for commercial use, it was featured in a Recruit TV ad for Weekly B-ing starring Keisuke Kuwata; the contrast between the sorrowful song playing and Kuwata’s rapid speech in the commercial left a memorable impression.

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Minna no Uta

A heartwarming classic by Southern All Stars that gently wraps everyday scenes and people’s feelings in warmth.

Released in June 1988, this song was featured as an insert track in the film “Her in a Swim Suit” and used in a commercial for Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider.

With a sparkling arrangement by Takeshi Kobayashi, it’s crafted into a poppy, catchy number.

The band performed it during their first appearance on TV Asahi’s Music Station, and its live shows are known for a distinctive routine where the audience waves their arms.

Highly praised by Tatsuro Yamashita, it’s a tune everyone can sing and dance to.

Perfect for gatherings with family and friends, or for moments when you want to bask in nostalgia.

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YOU

This is a commercial announcing Uniqlo’s Thanksgiving event, celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary in 2024.

The BGM features “YOU,” a track from the 1990 album Southern All Stars.

In the CM, Haruka Ayase, Kohei Matsushita, and Yumi Kawai perform in a musical-like style in time with the song.

With singing, dancing, and acting, it’s a commercial packed with highlights.

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Hane Keisuke

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Yaya, I Won’t Forget That Era — Southern All Stars

A single released in 1982 by Southern All Stars, one of Japan’s iconic rock bands.

Though they’re often associated with summer and a lively image, this work is a ballad that tenderly reflects on days gone by, and it has left a deep impression on many fans.

The lyrics mention the name of the light music club that Keisuke Kuwata belonged to during his time at Aoyama Gakuin University, and it’s said that scenes from the campus are woven into the song.

These depictions, grounded in real experience, resonate with listeners’ own youthful memories and evoke empathy across generations.

In 1995, the song was included in high school music textbooks, a recognition of its excellence as a piece of pop music within educational settings.

It was also used in a commercial for Mazda’s MPV.

It’s a perfect song to listen to during graduation season for anyone wishing to look back on irreplaceable moments.

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Southern All Stars – Aya ~Aja~ [Official Music Video] Short ver.

This work is characterized by a refreshing melody that evokes the feeling of spring air.

Keisuke Kuwata’s wistful vocals, together with the gentle tones of acoustic guitar and piano, enhance the emotional expression when sung at karaoke.

Released in April 2004, it was chosen as the theme song for Japan Airlines (JAL) campaign “FLY! JAL! ’04 Spring.” Centered on the end of a romance and the emotions that follow, it portrays deep nostalgia and longing for a lost love, as well as the hope of reunion.

It’s a recommended song for those who have experienced a parting in spring or who carry feelings for someone dear.

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Southern All Stars – I AM YOUR SINGER [Official Music Video]

A monumental work by Southern All Stars that, on the major milestone of their 30th anniversary, boldly proclaims deep gratitude to fans and hope for the future.

It features a celebratory melody infused with electronic sounds, wrapping you in an uplifting exhilaration that makes your heart dance just by listening.

Released as a single in August 2008, many will remember it playing on TV as the song for au’s “LISMO” commercial at the time.

It also came during a period just before their hiatus, and the song resonates deeply as a heartfelt “thank you” from the members to their listeners.

When you find yourself in a position of responsibility at work or at home and feel a moment of loneliness, listening to it will surely encourage you with the same passion of that era, reminding you that you’re not alone.

Be sure to check it out.