Hikaru Utada’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
I don’t think there are many people who don’t know Hikaru Utada, but I suspect few people actually know which of her popular songs are backed up by solid video play counts.
This time, I’ve listed the songs with the highest video views so far in a ranked format.
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Hikaru Utada Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (31–40)
FINAL DISTANCEUtada Hikaru31rank/position
It’s a song that gently embraces you like a quiet requiem.
Released as a single by Hikaru Utada in July 2001, it boldly reconstructs a track from the album “Distance” into a piano- and strings-centered ballad.
It was used in an NTT DoCoMo “M-stage music” commercial.
Over a subdued, gentle tempo, layered choral work and resonant strings overlap to softly envelop the listener’s heart.
The theme—of a distance that can never be completely bridged even when two people are very close, and of continuing to cherish someone nonetheless—is woven through a vocal delivery that feels like a prayer.
The song was later included on the acclaimed album “DEEP RIVER” and has remained one of Utada’s signature ballads.
It’s a piece that stays by your side like a quiet light on sleepless nights or when your heart is tired.
COLORSUtada Hikaru32rank/position
Many of you may have heard it since it was used in a car commercial.
It’s a song by the well-known singer Hikaru Utada, released in 2003 as her 12th single.
While the melody carries a sense of calm, by the time you finish listening, it’s a moving message song that leaves you feeling fired up.
The lyric about repainting the world in your own colors is wonderful—and seriously cool.
Addicted To YouUtada Hikaru33rank/position
This is Hikaru Utada’s fourth single, released in November 1999, and it came out as an advance single for the album Distance.
The song also drew attention for being featured in a Sony commercial.
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis—who have worked with Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson—participated in the production, delivering an authentic R&B sound that was unparalleled in Japan at the time.
It topped the Oricon charts for two consecutive weeks and became a massive hit, selling a total of about 1.78 million copies.
The lyrics vividly portray an intense fixation on the other person and the pain of being unable to let go.
Even when reason understands, the emotions can’t keep up—capturing the raw conflict of love that really hits home.
Its distinctive atmosphere blends heavy beats and urban cool with a lingering sense of poignancy.
It’s a classic you should hear if you know what it feels like to be drowning in love, or if there’s someone you still can’t forget.
Keep Tryin’Utada Hikaru34rank/position
This song carries a light, digital-infused sound and sings of hope for the future.
It gained attention when it was chosen as the CM song for KDDI’s “au LISTEN MOBILE SERVICE” and was distributed for free as a full ringtone as part of a campaign.
It lightly depicts everyday moments and the leap into new places, and the crisp, expressive vocals that convey a smile are also striking.
While the unique melodic line may seem challenging, the moderate tempo and gentle pitch range make it quite singable if you stay mindful of the lyrics and keep relaxed.
LettersUtada Hikaru35rank/position
This is a song by Hikaru Utada imbued with bittersweet, profound emotions.
It portrays the absence of dialogue conveyed through a parting letter and the inner turmoil behind it.
The repeated phrase “I’ll definitely come back” is striking, emphasizing hope and bonds.
It was released in May 2002 as the B-side to her 11th single, “SAKURA Drops.” It might be a little-known tidbit that guitarist Char and HISASHI from GLAY took part.
Highly recommended for those who’ve experienced parting or reunion with someone important.
Along with Utada’s emotionally rich vocals, it’s a work that resonates deeply in the listener’s heart.
For YouUtada Hikaru36rank/position
This is a song by Hikaru Utada, notable for its heavy kick drum and harmonies that evoke a subtly Japanese flavor.
From the perspective of a sensitive 17-year-old, it portrays “loneliness” and a pure wish to do something for someone else—feelings that quietly stir the listener’s heart.
The track was included on a single released in June 2000 and sold approximately 450,000 copies in its first week.
On nights when you want to be alone with your thoughts, surrendering yourself to this melody will bring back those bittersweet emotions you’ve kept tucked away deep inside.
This Is LoveUtada Hikaru37rank/position
Released on May 31, 2006.
Selected as the theme song for the FREEDOM-PROJECT (Nissin Cup Noodles promotional campaign).
A passionate love song that likens unexpected love to a torrential downpour.
It’s a track that gives you a push—whether you’ve fallen in love at first sight or you’re ready to take on a new challenge.
TimeUtada Hikaru38rank/position
A digital-only single by Hikaru Utada, released in May 2020.
It was newly written as the theme song for the NTV Sunday drama “Gourmet Detective Goro Akechi.” To sing contemporary R&B like Hikaru Utada, mastering mixed voice is essential.
For many people, the first voice that comes to mind when they hear “mixed voice” is Utada’s.
This song, too, is a perfect example of R&B mixed voice, showcasing superb vocals.
It’s packed with the charm of soft singing delivered with a falsetto-leaning mix and gentle high tones, making it an ideal and highly rewarding piece to practice for mastering mixed voice.
Another ChanceUtada Hikaru39rank/position
The classic “Another Chance” stands out for its groove.
Evoking early ’90s R&B, the track carries an overall smooth, mature vibe.
While the vocals themselves aren’t technically difficult, its steadfast Black music–style progressions make the rhythm side a bit challenging—accents on the off-beats and such.
Listening to R&B and soul can help you get used to that kind of phrasing.
Because the vocal line sits within a narrow range, the song doesn’t demand a particular innate vocal timbre, so overall it’s relatively easy to sing.
If you find the ad-lib sections impossible to pull off, don’t hesitate to try an arrangement that differs from the original.
Be My LastUtada Hikaru40rank/position
Released on September 28, 2005 as the 14th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the film “Spring Snow.” With the somber, melancholic tones of an acoustic guitar, the vocals—sung like a plaintive “ahh”—make it feel like a song that candidly reveals her true feelings at the time.