ZARD Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Swaying FeelingsZARD43rank/position

Swaying Feelings – ZARD (Full)

Speaking of summer festivals, I always had the image that somewhere, a romance was beginning.

It wasn’t about people who met all the time; precisely because it was summer vacation, many chose that moment to confess their feelings.

Maybe because it was at night, it was easier to confess, so my image of summer festivals is tied to confessions.

This song brings back memories of those faint, gentle scenes.

A New Door: Winter Sunflower(s)ZARD44rank/position

ZARD ~A New Door~ Winter Sunflower

In 2021, ZARD celebrated their 30th anniversary and delighted many people by making their entire catalog available on streaming services.

They are a beloved, national band cherished over the years for numerous classic songs.

Their winter song is New Door ~Winter Sunflower~.

It was released in 1998 as their 26th single.

The lyrics feature a “sunflower,” something not often seen in winter, creating a blend of poignancy and nostalgia.

Vocalist Izumi Sakai’s gentle voice itself shines warmly like a sunflower.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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I can’t say it honestly.ZARD45rank/position

ZARD - Can't Say It Honestly MV DVDRip

This is the B-side track of the second single, “Fushigi ne…,” and this song was composed by Izumi Sakai.

Unlike “Fushigi ne,” it’s an up-tempo, catchy tune, but like “Fushigi ne,” its poignant lyrics are a defining feature.

How strange…ZARD46rank/position

[ZARD] It's Mysterious [with Lyrics]

Included on the 1991 album “Mou Sagasanai” (“I Won’t Search Anymore”).

A music unit centered around vocalist Izumi Sakai, who debuted in 1991.

The music video for this song was directed by Shunji Iwai, known for the films “Love Letter” and “Swallowtail.” The melody has that signature ZARD feel—easy to listen to and very nice.

Even if you break tomorrowZARD47rank/position

Even if you break tomorrow

The song “Even If You Break Tomorrow,” included on the 9th album Wings of Time.

It’s a self-cover of a track originally provided to WANDS, and the intro creates impact as it progresses from a dreamy sound into a rock ensemble.

Because the vocals in the A and B sections are delivered in a markedly subdued tone, the chorus seems high in pitch; however, the overall key is low, so you may find it surprisingly easy to sing.

With its relaxed tempo that lets you sing calmly, it’s a number that conveys a sense of melancholy.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Dreaming of tomorrowZARD48rank/position

ZARD Dreaming of Tomorrow

A song that captivates with Izumi Sakai’s crystal-clear vocals and words that resonate deep in the heart.

Released in April 2003, it was also used as the ending theme for the popular anime Detective Conan.

With vocals that gently embrace universally relatable feelings—such as the emotions swaying between dreams and reality or regrets over past choices—this piece delivers comfort and empathy.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to keep looking forward without losing hope for the future.

When you’re feeling down or want to push yourself, listening to it may lift your spirits.

It’s a track filled with everything that makes ZARD so compelling—be sure to experience it.

O brilliance of the starsZARD49rank/position

ZARD - Oh, Shining Stars (Hoshi no Kagayaki yo)

Released as a double A-side with “Like a Sail Waiting for Summer,” this song was created with the aim of becoming a tune that people of all ages could remember—much like “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” You’ve probably heard its bright, catchy melody! Additionally, “Like a Sail Waiting for Summer” also serves as the theme song for the film “The Plot on the Horizon.”