Tortoise Matsumoto’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

It’s your birthday, huh.Tōtasu Matsumoto1rank/position

Tortoise Matsumoto – It’s your birthday, isn’t it?

Tortoise Matsumoto’s “Tanjoubi Yane” gives you power with lyrics that resonate with the soul.

Released in 2011, this is a song I hope parents will sing to celebrate a new chapter for their beloved child.

The sound is fun and simple, and the message that overflows from the lyrics—“Thank you for being born” and “It’s normal for life to have ups and downs, so live joyfully”—is gentle yet empowering, giving strength for the first step of a child setting out on their journey.

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Sheena Ringo and Tortoise Matsumoto – Main Street

This song is a collaboration between Sheena Ringo and Tortoise Matsumoto, created in April 2017 as the theme song for a new large-scale commercial complex in Ginza.

Set to a Motown-inspired sound, it celebrates overcoming life’s hardships and the importance of growing through new encounters and experiences.

Released in November 2019, it is included on the album “Sandokushi.” Blending Sheena Ringo’s distinctive worldview with Tortoise Matsumoto’s individuality, the track perfectly captures the glamour and bustle of Ginza.

It’s a recommended listen when you want to take a new step forward or motivate yourself.

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Superfly & Tortoise Matsumoto “STARS” Music Video

It was released in 2012 as a single under the name Superfly & Tortoise Matsumoto.

The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s coverage of the London Olympics, with lyrics and music by Tortoise Matsumoto.

It’s a track where the two singers’ powerful, dynamic voices blend perfectly.

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[Official] “Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle” Main Theme “Strange, Mysterious Creatures” Music Video

A moving song written and composed by the trend-setting artist Taiiku Okazaki and sung by Tortoise Matsumoto.

Since it played as a track for Pokémon, it’s a familiar tune for fans of the anime.

You might think that because it’s a Pokémon song, “mysterious creatures” refers to Pokémon—but that’s not it.

This is actually a tearjerker about the love between parent and child.

Parenting begins with confusion and worry, and thinking about the day your child will leave the nest makes your chest tighten; no matter which line you pick, you’ll find phrases that make you want to say, “Mom, Dad, thank you.” Give it a listen when you need a breather!

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Tortoise Matsumoto – Swing

Released in 2012 as Tortoise Matsumoto’s seventh single.

Chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Stepfather Step,” the track conveys a heartfelt message from Tortoise Matsumoto: the resolute determination of a man who, despite repeated breakups and failures, vows to someday become a bigger, better man.

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I've got your back.

This is Tortoise Matsumoto’s second single, released on April 1, 2009, during Ulfuls’ hiatus.

In this track, marked by a striking analog synth intro, a simple message of love is sung.

The phrase “a hole in the heart” hints at the nature of the relationship with that person.

It feels as if a sea of emotion slowly spreads across the heart.

LG21 MarchTōtasu Matsumoto, Miyazaki Aoi (saki wa daiji)7rank/position

Aoi Miyazaki showcases her singing voice in a commercial: a call-and-response song with Tortoise Matsumoto, plus behind-the-scenes footage released

This is the commercial for Meiji Probio Yogurt LG21, titled “LG21 March: Company Cafeteria.” In the company cafeteria, Aoi Miyazaki lets out a sigh as she faces a hearty, deep-fried lunch.

Then Tortoise Matsumoto appears, cheerfully singing.

While singing, he highlights the recommended points of the yogurt and looks like he’s having a great time, and Aoi Miyazaki ends up starting to sing as well.

They both look like they’re having fun (lol).

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