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TUBE Ballad Songs: Popular Song Ranking [2026]

TUBE Ballad Songs: Popular Song Ranking [2026]
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For men in their 40s, many would say that summer equals TUBE.

There was a time when TUBE released a new single every summer.

They’re the “endless-summer band” that’s sung so many summer songs people say, “When it comes to summer, it’s gotta be TUBE!”

In this article, we take a closer look at them.

We researched fan feedback submitted to our site so far.

From that, we picked out the most highly rated songs and ranked them.

Whether you’re already a huge fan or just discovering them for the first time, please enjoy.

TUBE Ballad Songs: Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Embracing SummerTUBE1rank/position

It’s no exaggeration to call TUBE the very symbol of summer.

Their song “Natsu wo Dakishimete” (Embrace the Summer) was released in 1994 as the first single marking the band’s 10th year since debut—a ballad packed with feelings for a beloved person.

True to TUBE’s style, it’s a love song brimming with summery scenes, portraying summer lovers, and it became a huge hit.

For those who listened back then, it will feel nostalgic and bring back memories.

It’s a summer song you’ll want to hear while thinking of someone special.

utatane
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Christmas roseTUBE2rank/position

When you think of TUBE, summer songs may be the first thing that comes to mind, but they also have a love ballad about Christmas! Sung with the passionate voice of vocalist Nobutoki Maeda, it tells a story set on Christmas Eve, just as the snow begins to fall.

The lyrics portray a man heading out to confess his feelings to the woman he loves.

Alongside the lyrics that convey a strong, straightforward love, the guitar solo woven into the song seems to express the rising emotions as well, making it a hidden gem of a Christmas ballad that will leave your heart feeling warm by the time the song ends.

Hane Keisuke
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Instead of goodbyeTUBE × GACKT3rank/position

TUBE × GACKT “Instead of Goodbye” MUSIC VIDEO
Instead of goodbyeTUBE × GACKT

This gem of a ballad features a beautiful harmony created by the collaboration between TUBE and GACKT that resonates deeply in the heart.

Their two voices gently sing about the universal themes of encounters and farewells.

The music video stars Yutaka Matsushige and Kenichi Endo, whose wordless drama delivers a profoundly moving performance.

Released in February 2024, the song was first unveiled at the FNS Music Festival in December 2023, touching the hearts of many.

It’s a heartwarming piece I recommend to those who have experienced parting with a loved one or who wish to express their gratitude to someone dear.

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A Love Story Ten Years AheadTUBE4rank/position

TUBE Ten Years Ahead Love Story Grand Fountain
A Love Story Ten Years AheadTUBE

Speaking of summer, many people think of TUBE! You probably recall their various hot summer anthems.

But Ten Years Ahead Love Story is a complete departure from TUBE’s fiery side—a gentle, soothing summer ballad.

It’s included on their 1991 album Shonan.

The song portrays a straightforward devotion: continuing to think of a former lover for decades, even millennia, until they meet again.

An unforgettable summer romance, like the one in this song, never fades no matter how many decades pass, does it? The feeling of hoping that there might still be a chance, rather than simply moving on, is also deeply relatable.

When you want to sink into the memory of that unforgettable summer love, make this song your soundtrack.

SAKI
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