Tatsuro Yamashita Popular Song Rankings [2026]

two peopleYamashita Tatsuro36rank/position

This is a song I’d like to listen to in a town where the crowds have vanished.

The lyrics were written by Minako Yoshida, but somehow, even before I looked it up, I knew, “These lyrics have to be by Minako Yoshida.” It’s a masterpiece where Tatsuro’s individuality and Minako’s individuality collide and meld together.

Morning GloryYamashita Tatsuro37rank/position

“Morning glory” refers to the asagao flower.

There are countless songs themed around flowers, but I think morning glories are rather rare.

This song features a refreshing melody and gentle lyrics, perfectly suited for a summer morning when morning glories are in full bloom.

It’s a recommended track I’d love for you to listen to on a summer morning.

Rainy WalkYamashita Tatsuro38rank/position

Tatsuro Yamashita – Rainy Walk (Subtitulado en español)

These are songs I want to load onto my portable music player and listen to while walking on a rainy day.

Songs with a rain theme tend to be melancholy, but Tatsuro’s songs are different.

There’s also a song called “2,000 Tons of Rain,” and I’d like you to listen to it together in sequence.

A sweet and dangerous scentYamashita Tatsuro39rank/position

Sweet and Dangerous Scent – Tatsuro Yamashita

This song distills the essence of Tatsuro Yamashita’s appeal into a single track.

It delicately depicts the sweetness and peril of love, stirring the listener’s heart.

His distinctive vocals and sophisticated arrangement blend beautifully to convey the complex emotions of romance.

The song’s laid-back, impactful groove closely resembles Curtis Mayfield’s “Trippin’ Out,” whom Yamashita deeply admires, giving the track an unmistakable sense of homage.

Included on the 1982 album “FOR YOU,” it was also used as the theme song for a TBS Friday drama.

It’s a perfect fit when you want to look back on love lost in everyday life, or when your heart swells with the anticipation of new romance.

Showcasing the breadth of Yamashita’s musicality, this work holds a special place in his career and continues to be cherished by many fans.

CIRCUS TOWNYamashita Tatsuro40rank/position

The title track from Tatsuro Yamashita’s first solo album, Circus Town, released after the breakup of Sugar Babe, the band he was a member of.

It’s also a song that recreates the 16-beat style often played in New York, featuring a cool saxophone solo in the interlude.

DancerYamashita Tatsuro41rank/position

This is a slow-tempo track by Tatsuro Yamashita, a renowned artist who has produced numerous Japanese fusion-funk songs.

It’s a piece that conveys the depth and inner strength befitting a classic, and because it’s appreciated across generations as a mark of refined musical taste, it’s also a song that can boost your appeal.

the theme from big waveYamashita Tatsuro42rank/position

“THE THEME FROM BIG WAVE” Tatsuro Yamashita Bass Cover by Kenpu Harada With Lyrics 1965 Fender Jazz Bass

After immersing himself early in American pop and making it part of his very being, Tatsuro Yamashita went on to lay the foundation of Japanese pop through his legendary band years and subsequent solo career.

This is his all-English summer tune.

How about singing an English song for a change?