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Tulip Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Tulip, known for hit songs such as “Kokoro no Tabi” and “Niji to Sneakers no Koro,” made their major debut in 1972.
Their style and approach were referred to as “New Music,” setting them apart from the folk songs that were popular among young people at the time.
Let’s take a look at Tulip’s 2017 ranking of popular songs, a band that brought a fresh breeze to the music scene of the 1970s.
Tulip’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Journey of the Heartchūrippu1rank/position
Tulip’s third single, released by Toshiba EMI in April 1973, is a classic that poignantly portrays the bittersweet feelings of a protagonist setting off on a journey by train.
Written and composed by Kazuo Zaitsu and tenderly sung by Tatsuya Himeno, whose sweet voice conveys the longing for a lover far away, the song topped the Oricon weekly chart and sold a total of 870,000 copies, becoming one of Tulip’s signature love songs.
It has been widely featured in tie-ins, including the Fuji TV program “Ninjō Ippon Kokoro no Tabi,” a Toyota Carina commercial, and JR West’s graduation trip campaign, making it a heart-tugging tune for the season of farewells and new departures.
It gently accompanies those in long-distance relationships and anyone parting from someone special due to graduation or a job transfer.
Cactus Flowerchūrippu2rank/position
A poignant love song themed around parting and renewal with a loved one.
Sparked by a small incident one day, the girlfriend storms out of the room; from there, the lyrics delicately depict the scene of the room left behind and the man’s inner feelings.
Gentle lines evoke everyday images—the snowy view from the window, a half-knitted glove, laundry—rising vividly to the mind.
Released in February 1975, this work is cherished by many fans as one of Tulip’s signature songs.
It drew renewed attention as the theme song for the 1993 TV drama “Under One Roof,” making it widely known among younger generations as well.
Its beautiful melody, conveying both the pain of heartbreak and a sense of hope, carries a universal message that resonates with the heart.
It’s the perfect song for looking back on a bygone romance or deepening your feelings for someone special.
Shadows of Youthchūrippu3rank/position
Seishun no Kage, Tulip’s signature work that greatly influenced the folk-rock scene of the 1970s.
Incorporating the canon progression, it is a pivotal song in the history of Japanese pop.
Released in June 1974, it was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Under One Roof series and the film Goodbye, Kuro.
It has also long been cherished as a wedding staple.
The lyrics, which capture the moment when infatuation turns into love, leave a unique afterglow that can be read as either a farewell or a vow, resonating with listeners across generations.
The Days of Rainbows and Sneakerschūrippu4rank/position
It is a classic song that leaves a strong impression with its delicate portrayal of youthful love and transience.
The scene of two people embracing in rain-soaked sweatshirts and the tender sentiment of cherishing a pair of sneakers are depicted with gentle warmth.
The lyrics symbolically express the disconnect between a man and a woman, a sudden farewell, and the immaturity of not yet being able to become an adult, all imbued with the bittersweet ache of youth.
Released in 1979 by Tulip, the song drew attention on TV programs such as The Best Ten and Yoru no Hit Studio, gaining popularity as a piece in which folk and pop are beautifully harmonized.
Kazuo Zaitsu’s warm vocals and the beautiful melody will surely comfort those who wish to heal the pain of heartbreak or look back on their cherished memories.
Magic Yellow Shoeschūrippu5rank/position
This is Tulip’s major-label debut single, released in June 1972.
Although it didn’t sell particularly well, peaking at No.
98 on the Oricon chart, it’s well-known among fans as the song performed at the end of their live shows.
It was later used in a Dido commercial.
The Love Song I Wrotechūrippu6rank/position
“The Love Song I Wrote ~My Dear Emily~” is Tulip’s seventh single, released on October 5, 1974.
It is included on the album “The Love Song I Wrote.” With its pop melody, it’s a wonderful love song that makes you feel very happy when you listen to it.
Someday Somewherechūrippu7rank/position
It’s a bittersweet Christmas song that captures my feelings as I encourage “you,” who’ve just had your heart broken—even though it’s Christmas.
The track is by Tulip, a pioneering band in the New Music genre, and it’s included on their tenth album, released in 1979, which shares the same title as the song.
The gentle melody pairs beautifully with the clear, soaring vocals—an absolutely delightful listen.
And the guitar solo is cool and tastefully restrained! It’s a classic that I especially want the younger generation today to hear.
