Kenshi Yonezu Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

paprikaYonezu Kenshi15rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Paprika

Paprika, a famous song that gained nationwide popularity.

It was written by Kenshi Yonezu for the kids’ vocal group Foorin, and this version is an arrangement by Yonezu himself, the composer.

Compared to the original, this rendition has a more gentle, mellow atmosphere, and its relaxed tempo makes it easier to sing.

While the vocal range is somewhat wide, the scale has a Japanese flavor, so it likely won’t feel too difficult for Japanese singers.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

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BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi16rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – BOW AND ARROW

Singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, a commanding force in the music scene, released his digital single “BOW AND ARROW” in January 2025—an empowering anthem that gives a strong push to teenagers pursuing their dreams.

Written as the opening theme for the TV anime Medalist, the track links passion for figure skating with sound, conveying a determined drive to shoot straight toward one’s goals like an arrow loosed from a bow.

See you again sometime!Yonezu Kenshi17rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Goodbye, See You Again Sometime!

A track that’s made waves as the theme song for NHK’s morning drama series “Tora ni Tsubasa.” Its heartfelt lyrics and distinctive melody leave a strong impression.

Centered on parting and reunion, it powerfully expresses life’s changes and hope.

Released in April 2024, it’s a song by Kenshi Yonezu, and reportedly his first time providing a morning drama theme.

The piece conveys the strength to overcome suffering and pain and move forward toward the future.

It’s a perfect song to listen to while watching the morning drama and reflecting on your own life.

AzaleaYonezu Kenshi18rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Azalea

This song was written as the theme for the Netflix series “Sayonara no Tsuzuki.” Released digitally in November 2024, about three months after the album LOST CORNER, it drew attention for earning the artist’s 16th No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Digital Singles chart.

Its bittersweet yet warm world, themed around the distance between loss and love, seeps into the heart, complemented by a calm sound co-arranged with Yaffle.

The gentle piano tones and restrained beats are soothing—perfect for immersing yourself in the quiet before dawn or for nights when you’re thinking of someone special.

Rather than flashy developments, the song cherishes delicate emotional nuances, so take your time to savor the subtle feelings woven into the lyrics.

IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi19rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – IRIS OUT (76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen)

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who continues to lead the scene with his distinctive worldview and overwhelming sense of style.

This track, written as the theme song for the film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, released in September 2025, has drawn attention for reuniting with MAPPA following KICK BACK.

True to the anecdote that it was created while glaring at pages depicting the original characters, its aggressive sound and driving momentum, perfect for intense battle scenes, are sure to stir listeners’ emotions.

The powerful rhythms that sync with the story’s developments have an addictive quality that’s impossible to forget after a single listen.

It’s a high-energy number especially recommended for those seeking a rock-infused rush.

spring thunderYonezu Kenshi20rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Spring Thunder

A song by Kenshi Yonezu that uses thunder—herald of spring—as its motif, vividly depicting the shock of falling in love and a heart in flux.

Its driving sound, fusing electro and rock, seems to express an inner turmoil stirred by both joy and poignancy.

Many listeners may relate to the endearing protagonist who accepts even being toyed with by the beloved as a kind of gift.

The music video, released in December 2017, is also dreamlike, further deepening the work’s worldview.

It’s a track perfect for a drive on a breezy spring day or for a night spent musing on new encounters.

fireworks (launched into the sky)Yonezu Kenshi21rank/position

[BOOTLEG] Uchiage Hanabi Kenshi Yonezu

Regarding the duet song Uchiage Hanabi with DAOKO, this time I’ll introduce Kenshi Yonezu’s solo version! The overall vocal range sits at a relatively calm C3–A4, showcasing Yonezu’s characteristically gentle, tender tone throughout.

In fact, pitch tends to become less stable in the lower notes than the higher ones, so it’s important to pay close attention to the very beginning of each phrase.

If your breathing is shallow, it becomes harder to produce sound, so focus on taking deep breaths.

To nail the pitch, it also helps to lift your facial muscles.

Rather than lifting them while singing, raise them as you inhale and keep them engaged as you phonate.

Since the song is relaxed, there’s ample time for breaths, so don’t forget to take one each time.

Also, because it sits in the midrange, make sure to project your voice forward so it doesn’t get muffled!

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Kubota Mami

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