THE YELLOW MONKEY Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

ROCK STARTHE YELLOW MONKEY51rank/position

ROCK STAR (Remastered)

This is a track from their third album, “jaguar hard pain.” It depicts Yoshii’s desire to become a rock star.

A live version was later included on the best live album “SO ALIVE.” It’s one of their live staples, with lyrics that sing of Yoshii’s dreams and hopes, such as wanting to be “a rock star whose death makes the newspaper.”

Subjective Late ShowTHE YELLOW MONKEY52rank/position

Subjective Late Show (Remastered)

This is a track from the first album, “THE NIGHT SNAILS AND PLASTIC BOOGIE / 夜行性のかたつむり達とプラスチックのブギー.” It is said to be the first song the members played together when they reunited.

It’s also the title of the hall tour starting this fall.

During live shows, Yoshii performs Kamen Rider’s transformation pose in the instrumental break.

TV singerTHE YELLOW MONKEY53rank/position

TV Singer (Remastered)

The lyrics could easily be taken as criticism of musicians who appear on TV and the like, which makes me really nervous, but apparently it’s actually a song that strings together irony directed at themselves.

It’s a cautionary song to keep them from getting big-headed after becoming successful.

gorgeousTHE YELLOW MONKEY54rank/position

Gorgeous (Remastered)

A song included on the album “Punch Dranker.” It’s also the origin of the stage name of the comedian “Go☆Jasu.” Yoshii himself wanted it to be released as a single, but that didn’t happen, and it was instead used as the B-side to “Hanareru na.”

Love Love ShowTHE YELLOW MONKEY55rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – LOVE LOVE SHOW

There are probably many people who love this song by The Yellow Monkey! It’s a real crowd-pleaser, and that catchy vibe that makes your body move without thinking is great, don’t you think? Yoshiii’s vocals are fantastic too, and if you imitate his singing style, it might really get a good reaction.

The Blue of the Sky and My True FeelingsTHE YELLOW MONKEY56rank/position

The Blue of the Sky and True Feelings (2013 Remaster)

EMMA, the guitarist, composed this song, which was inspired by a guitar riff.

She says it’s her favorite among the pieces she’s written herself, and she feels a deep attachment to it, often becoming quite emotionally invested.

It’s also a song that remains highly popular with fans.

Rose Courtesan ReinaTHE YELLOW MONKEY57rank/position

Rose Prostitute Reina (Remastered)

Though the title is shocking, the song portrays the relationship between Jaguar, a soldier featured in the concept of the third album, and a prostitute named Reina.

The guitar in the interlude has a Latin feel, and when combined with the violin, it creates an even more seductive finish.

FARTHERTHE YELLOW MONKEY58rank/position

FATHER – THE YELLOW MONKEY

This is a song he sings to Kazuya Yoshii’s father, who passed away when he was little.

I think it’s filled with Yoshii’s feelings, as he often sees himself reflected in his father, who worked as a traveling performer.

It’s a gentle song that somehow lingers in the heart.

SUGAR FIXTHE YELLOW MONKEY59rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY – SUGAR FIX

This is the English version of the song “Sweet Experience,” released in the UK.

In the chorus and other parts, there are sections where the feel of the words matches “Sweet Experience.” In the music video, the band members perform in a child’s room, and in the latter half a green baby doll appears, creating a strangely captivating visual.

StarsTHE YELLOW MONKEY60rank/position

THE YELLOW MONKEY / Stars

Their nickname is The Yellow Monkey (Iemon), a rock band formed in 1989.

Their sound, which blends glam rock with a kayōkyoku (Japanese pop) flavor, gained wide popularity and propelled them to the forefront of Japanese rock.

Although they disbanded for a time, they reunited in 2016, and their sensuous sound remains as captivating as ever.