YOASOBI Popular Songs Ranking: Hit Tracks, Masterpieces, and Latest [2026]
In 2019, the music duo YOASOBI took the music scene by storm with their debut single, “Racing into the Night.”
They’re known for creating songs based on novels.
With ikura’s vocals effortlessly navigating complex melodies and Ayase composing as both a producer and Vocaloid creator, their music is refreshing and easy to listen to, yet it always leaves something resonant deep in your heart.
In this article, we present a ranking of YOASOBI’s most popular songs.
In addition to signature tracks like “Racing into the Night,” “Gunjō,” and “Kaibutsu,” many songs that fully convey their unique worldview have made the list!
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YOASOBI Popular Song Rankings: Hit Songs, Masterpieces, and Latest [2026] (31–40)
PLAYERSYOASOBI31rank/position
This song was created to celebrate PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, with a theme centered around gaming.
Listening to it, you can really feel that distinctive YOASOBI style.
The chorus sits around E5, so the range is quite high, but there are constant call-and-response shouts in the backing vocals, which makes it nice because you can catch your breath while singing! That chorus is super cute and makes you want to dance, so it seems like it would hype up a live show too! When you sing it, enunciate clearly so the phrases don’t blur together—doing so will make it easier to hear and easier to sing.
Pay attention to your diction!
Swallow (feat. Midories)YOASOBI32rank/position
The melody, imbued with a distinctly Japanese ambience, is soothing to the soul.
Created by YOASOBI, known for their massive hit “Yoru ni Kakeru,” it was released in 2021.
The featured act, Midories, is a five-member music unit of elementary school students.
The song was chosen as the theme for the NHK program “Hirogare! Irotoridori.” Its profound message—that many different people live under the same sky—leaves a strong impression.
It teaches the importance of respecting others.
When you’re lost in life, it might serve as a guiding light.
Racing into the NightYOASOBI（COVER：Darlim&Hamabal）33rank/position
A two-member music unit formed by Ayase, who has been active as a Vocaloid producer, and singer-songwriter Ikura (Rira Ikuta), YOASOBI’s first digital-only single.
Although it was the unit’s first released track, it swept the J-POP scene in 2020 and is widely known as YOASOBI’s signature song.
Its popularity extended beyond Japan, with a highly polished cover by Korean newcomer vocalist MAY also drawing attention.
The fact that MAY, who does not speak Japanese, covered the song in Japanese just like the original shows how highly the piece is regarded overall.
It’s a number that signals the beginning of a new musical style from Japan to the world.
Tracing That Dream (Ballad Ver.)YOASOBI34rank/position
A digital-only single by the music duo YOASOBI, who have continued to dominate the J-POP scene since the massive hit of their debut single, “Yoru ni Kakeru.” This is a ballad version of their second single, created based on Sota Ishiki’s novel “Yume no Shizuku to Hoshi no Hana,” and it was used as the song for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s CalorieMate commercial.
The overall high key raises the difficulty, so adjusting to a key that suits your voice is necessary; however, the relaxed tempo makes it recommended even for those who find the original version hard to sing.
It’s a ballad that remains easy to sing at karaoke, allowing you to feel the beauty of the melody even with a different arrangement.
BABYYOASOBI35rank/position
Feeling the warm breeze as you drive down a road fluttering with cherry blossoms is a springtime pleasure like no other.
Released in January 2026, this new track from the music duo YOASOBI is one you’ll want to play on outings during this season.
It was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Hanazakari no Kimitachi e.” Based on the original novel “My Dear……,” it depicts a pure love blossoming deep in the heart—something you can’t help but relate to.
Ikura’s crystal-clear vocals gently embrace the feelings that can’t be put into words.
The tender yet bittersweet sound is sure to color the time you share with someone special in the passenger seat.
Take this love song, brimming with the promise of romance, along for your drive!
AdrenaYOASOBI36rank/position
When you’re in the mood to let both your heart and body bounce along with the spring weather, this one comes highly recommended.
It’s a track released in January 2026 by YOASOBI, the globally popular unit known for “turning novels into music.” Written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime “Hanazakari no Kimitachi e,” the song is based on the original novel “Magical.” Its dizzyingly fast-paced, up-tempo sound makes you start tapping along before you know it.
Composer Ayase’s comical, high-speed melodies intertwine with ikura’s light, airy vocals to capture the rollercoaster-like exhilaration of love.
It’s the perfect pick-me-up for stepping into a new life in spring.
Ride the slapstick-like rhythm that colors the anime’s worldview, and dash energetically into the new season!
Wotagei Dance ‘Idol’YOASOBI37rank/position
When it comes to perfect songs for a thank-you party performance, YOASOBI’s “Idol” is a top pick.
Since the song centers on the theme of a perfect idol, it’s fun and charming for a performance by teachers and kids.
Its bright, catchy melody is sure to energize the venue! It’s enjoyable for all ages, so it will bring smiles to everyone in attendance.
Plus, the dance, popularized by groups like TWICE, is accessible, making it a great choice to try dancing along together.
on stageYOASOBI38rank/position
This song was written as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “If This World Is a Stage, Where Is the Green Room?” Its worldview overlays life with theater to accompany Koki Mitani’s ensemble drama set in Shibuya in 1984.
Another highlight is that composer Ayase takes part on vocals as a new challenge for this release.
It’s an ambitious work that conveys the will to move forward while facing the role one has been given.
As the sea willsYOASOBI39rank/position
A song by YOASOBI created as part of the “Hajimete no” project in collaboration with a Naoki Prize–winning author.
The original story is a novel by Mizuki Tsujimura, depicting a girl who runs away from home and experiences a mysterious encounter by the sea at night.
The yearning to escape everyday life and the poignant wish to be found by someone resonate over a comfortable mid-tempo sound.
With arrangements that evoke the gentle sound of waves and ikura’s crystal-clear vocals, this track feels like it stays close to your sentimental moods.
Released in November 2022, it is also included on the album THE BOOK 3.
It’s recommended for moments when you want to drift into thought on your way to school or for nights when you want to be alone in your room.
A pop number tinged with melancholy that many troubled high schoolers will likely relate to.
the NOISE (Contains a Samples of Into The Night)Le Sserafim × YOASOBI40rank/position
LE SSERAFIM’s track “the NOISE (Contains a Samples of Into The Night),” a collaboration with YOASOBI’s iconic song “Yoru ni Kakeru,” is based on a piece that featured many high-register passages.
In this new song, the high notes and melodic leaps are toned down, making it easier to sing.
However, unlike the original’s straightforward, full-on on-beat feel, the vocal lines here are built primarily around a backbeat that most Japanese listeners don’t naturally perceive.
As a result, you’ll need to sing with a solid sense of the off-beat and groove.
