THE YELLOW MONKEY Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

ladybugTHE YELLOW MONKEY21rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – Ladybug

THE YELLOW MONKEY, a rock band that blazed through the ’90s, once disbanded in 2004 but reunited in 2016 and has continued to stay at the forefront ever since.

Their song “Tentoumushi” (Ladybug) is included on 9999, their first original album in 19 years, released in 2019.

The tense, heavy sound and the vocals that highlight it leave a strong impression.

While the track adopts the ladybug—often seen as a symbol of freshness—as its motif, it also presents a peculiar worldview that seems to express a vague sense of unease.

The song was also used in a commercial for Sapporo Beer’s Authentic Dry, featuring the band, and the sharpness of the sound feels like it conveys the clean, crisp finish of the authentic dry flavor.

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SUCK OF LIFETHE YELLOW MONKEY22rank/position

SUCK OF LIFE

This is a song that portrays a male homosexual.

During live performances, there’s a member introduction in the middle of the song.

There’s also interaction between guitarist Hideaki Kikuchi and vocalist Kazuya Yoshii.

It’s a song often played live and very popular with fans.

It’s one I’m excited to see after their comeback.

MERRY X’MASTHE YELLOW MONKEY23rank/position

MERRY X’MAS (Remastered)

From 1988 to the present, THE YELLOW MONKEY has produced many classic songs.

Here, we introduce their Christmas song “MERRY X’MAS.” This track, included on the album “jaguar hard pain 1944-1994,” portrays a bleak and heartrending story: two lovers who lose their will to live on Christmas night.

The arrangement, which adds more layers of sound toward the latter half, seems to mirror the rising swell of emotion.

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Romantist TasteTHE YELLOW MONKEY24rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – Romantist Taste

It begins with a heavy drum intro that almost induces a headache, and the uniquely chosen words—worthy of being called a quintessential “Yemon style”—can only be described as impressive.

The carefully crafted visual material, brimming with a simmering sense of soul, also leaves a strong impression that glitter and fragility exist back-to-back, resulting in a truly remarkable piece.

A Kiss to MaryTHE YELLOW MONKEY25rank/position

A Kiss for Mary (Remastered)

The Yellow Monkey’s “name song” is “Kiss to Marie,” included on their 1995 album “smile.” French appears right from the beginning of the track, making it clear that Marie is French—a Parisienne.

With lyrics brimming with The Yellow Monkey’s characteristic sensuality, it offers a taste of an adult world.

In contrast to those lyrics, the melody has a fairly pop feel.

This sense of contrast gives the impression that the descent into temptation with the Parisienne is being glossed over somehow, as if the narrator is stretching to be her equal or even surpass her—and that tension adds an element of fun.

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The Sacred Sea and SunshineTHE YELLOW MONKEY26rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – Sacred Sea and Sunshine

Released in 2000 as THE YELLOW MONKEY’s 20th single, a band popular across a wide range of generations.

The song was issued as a collaboration single with Hirofumi Asamoto and was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onepu!” and as the theme song for the film “Genjitsu no Tsuzuki Yume no Owari.” Vocalist Kazuya Yoshii said he was very fond of the track and insisted on making it the first song for their comeback after a two-month hiatus.

BRILLIANT WORLDTHE YELLOW MONKEY27rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – BRILLIANT WORLD

Released on November 1, 2000, just before the hiatus announcement, this is THE YELLOW MONKEY’s 23rd single.

A song of hope that conveys a strong feeling—pure and achingly poignant—toward a boundless future.

It’s a masterpiece by THE YELLOW MONKEY that makes you feel it was connected to a future that would shine again, and that this hopeful light will continue to connect from here on out.

Balloon BalloonTHE YELLOW MONKEY28rank/position

Balloon Balloon

A track where Kazuya Yoshii’s seductive vocals shine over a lively 8-beat.

It’s not exactly a universally famous song, but its catchy groove might get everyone moving.

Despite the simple melody, Yoshii’s distinctive singing style means you’ll need a bit of practice to pull it off properly.

But the sense of achievement when you nail it is absolutely incredible!

CAT CITYTHE YELLOW MONKEY29rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – CAT CITY(Official Music Video)

This is a track by THE YELLOW MONKEY that continues to captivate fans with its seductive yet heavyweight sound.

Serving as the opening theme for the TV anime “Night of the Living Cat,” it brilliantly fuses hard-driving guitar riffs with playful touches that will bring a smile to your face.

It perfectly matches the anime’s unique “cat-filled survival” world.

It’s guaranteed fun, no explanations needed—an ideal song when you want to lift your mood or cut loose.

Love HommeTHE YELLOW MONKEY30rank/position

Love Homme

The charismatic rock band THE YELLOW MONKEY, known as The Yemon, caused a stir when they reunited in 2016.

Their 2019 release Love Homme is a bold rock song with a roaring, thick bass sound.

It’s also interesting how the lyrics feature sea-related words like whale and octopus.

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Saitō Ayumu

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