Owl City Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Vanilla TwilightOwl City8rank/position

Owl City – Vanilla Twilight (Official Music Video)

A gemlike ballad performed by Owl City, the solo project of American musician Adam Young.

Included on the 2009 album Ocean Eyes, the track later earned platinum certification.

Under a vanilla-colored twilight sky, the earnest longing of someone gazing at the stars alone and wishing “please stay by my side” seeps deep into the heart alongside shimmering synth tones.

Anyone who’s experienced the loneliness of a long-distance relationship will understand this frustration all too well—you might even find yourself wanting to reach out to someone special.

Not All Heroes Wear CapesOwl City9rank/position

Owl City – Not All Heroes Wear Capes (Acoustic)

This is a classic track released under Owl City, the solo project of Adam Young, who is also very popular here in Japan for his unique electropop style, naive yet emotional vocals, and brilliant melodies.

Included on the 2018 album “Cinematic,” it’s a simple pop song built around a light, sprightly guitar sound, with Adam’s unchangingly fresh voice resonating beautifully.

In fact, this song was first released in June 2017, before the album, as a Father’s Day song.

It sings about how his hero isn’t someone wearing a cape battling great evil, but his father.

Being able to say that your hero is your dad is really wonderful, isn’t it? Why not listen to this song and take the opportunity to express your appreciation to your own “hero,” something that can be hard to say in everyday life?

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Tokyo (Official Visualizer) ft. SEKAI NO OWARIOwl City10rank/position

Owl City – Tokyo (Official Visualizer) ft. SEKAI NO OWARI

The song crafted by Yoshiki Mizuno was produced as the compulsory piece for the NHK National School Music Competition, junior high division.

He reportedly approached the songwriting while recalling his own deeply troubled middle school years.

It is often performed during graduation season and frequently appears in rankings of graduation songs.

Brimming with warm words, it is a song of encouragement that gently envelops students’ hearts—those who, wondering whether what they’re doing is right and whether a bright future will come, often find anxiety outweighing hope and struggle with loneliness and worries.

Released in October 2014, this work was born from a collaboration with the Japanese pop band SEKAI NO OWARI.

All My FriendsOwl City11rank/position

Owl City – All My Friends

Lyrics that sing, “No one can tear our friendship apart!” The drama-style music video—featuring a young man who dreams of becoming a musician as he works a late-night cleaning job at a school before dashing out into the city—is truly compelling.

During Golden Week, it might be nice to visit friends you’ve grown distant from since the new school year began.

Captain and Cruise ShipsOwl City12rank/position

Captain and Cruise Ships – Owl City

Owl City is an American electronica project by Adam Young.

This song is a cute love song that evokes a couple in a long-distance relationship.

It is a track included on the 2007 EP “Of June.”

Deer in the headlightsOwl City13rank/position

Owl City – Deer In The Headlights

This song portrays a sweet, bittersweet feeling of love.

It captures the excitement of love at first sight and the aching sadness of being unable to express your feelings to the other person.

Many listeners will find it impossible not to relate.

It was released in May 2011 as the lead single from Owl City’s third studio album, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and it peaked at No.

6 on the Billboard 200.

The music video reportedly features Canadian pop singer Lights in the role of a checkout girl.

This track is perfect for anyone experiencing unrequited love, holding on to feelings for someone special.

Listening to it when you’re feeling down might give you courage.

It’s also recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in a tender, wistful mood.

GoldOwl City14rank/position

Owl City – Gold (Fan-Made Music Video)

This work by Owl City, the American artist, is a heartfelt message song that celebrates self-esteem and inner radiance.

Set to an upbeat synth-pop sound, it likens the listener’s worth to gold and inspires the courage to chase their dreams.

After being included on the EP “Shooting Star,” released in May 2012, it was also featured on the August 2012 album “The Midsummer Station.” It’s a track you’ll want to listen to with gratitude for friends, lovers, and family.

When you want to reaffirm your own value or that of someone dear to you, its resonant lyrics and refreshing melody will lift your spirits.