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ZONE Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
ZONE is a girls’ rock band best known for their signature song “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~,” which was also used as a TV drama theme.
They performed at the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen three times, went through a breakup and a reunion, and concluded their activities in 2013.
Here is a ranking-style list of popular songs by ZONE.
ZONE Popular Song Ranking [2026] (1–10)
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE1rank/position
This was used as the theme song for the TV drama Kids War 3: Zakenna yo, and is the third major-label single by the legendary girl band ZONE.
Originally active as a “bandle” that held instruments but didn’t play them, this was ZONE’s first single featuring live performance, marking a turning point for the group.
The acoustic band sound riding on a laid-back shuffle beat, together with lyrics that evoke a distant summer in our memories, really touches the heart.
Its bittersweet yet beautiful melody conveys summer’s fleeting side—truly a classic summer song.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE2rank/position
ZONE, who were hugely popular as a girls’ rock band.
“secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~” was the theme song for the drama Kids War 3: ‘Don’t Mess With Me.’ Speaking of Kids War, it was all the rage when I was in elementary school! I bet tons of people sang it at karaoke, right? The melody line is simple with few leaps, so you can sing it calmly.
The parts outside the chorus are a bit low, so you might find it hard to catch the pitch.
Try singing as if you’re using a lot of breath and pushing your voice forward in front of you.
That way your body will resonate and you’ll hear your own voice more clearly!
true blueZONE3rank/position
This is a song by the girls’ rock band ZONE that blends a fresh atmosphere with powerful energy.
It drew attention when it was chosen as the opening theme for Astro Boy: Tetsuwan Atom, a remake of Tetsuwan Atom, an important work in the history of Japanese anime.
The sound begins with a sense of unease and brightens as it moves toward the chorus, effectively emphasizing that refreshing mood.
The lyrics express a wish to stay close and support someone important, evoking the strength and kindness of the protagonist, Atom.
When the members of ZONE layer their voices, their smiles come through, making this another point where you can feel the bond among friends.
GraduationZONE4rank/position
The 12th single by the Hokkaido-born girl band ZONE, released in February 2004, is a pop-rock number where parting and the resolve to take a new step forward intersect.
The lyrics carefully depict youthful scenes like classrooms and days spent with friends, gently making you feel the irreplaceable value of the present moment.
It’s not just wistful—its structure is striking in how the chorus suddenly opens up with a will to move forward, letting you savor both poignancy and exhilaration.
Despite having no tie-in, the single reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and earned a Gold certification.
It also served as an advance single for the album “N,” and there’s a notable anecdote that the title track was chosen at the strong request of the members.
It’s a perfect graduation song for those about to dive into a new environment or set off with memories of their friends in their hearts.
H.A.N.A.B.I ~The Summer When You Were There~ZONE5rank/position
It’s a classic song whose poignant, end-of-summer melancholy seeps into your heart, sung over a thrilling, fast-paced band sound.
This work was written and composed by Norihiko Machida, the creator behind the national hit “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~.” The lyrics paint sparkling summer scenes—like the fireworks we watched together and memories of dashing up the stone steps of a shrine—stirring a wistful longing for days that can never return.
Released in July 2003 as their commemorative 10th major single, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was later included on the album “N.” It’s the perfect track for nights when you want to soak in summer memories, and just as fitting for getting hyped with friends at karaoke.
Glory Colors ~Door of the Wind~ZONE6rank/position
This is a gem of a cheering song by ZONE that opens the door to the future and gives you the strength to step into a brilliant tomorrow.
It powerfully sings of the importance of friendship and bonds, gently yet firmly pushing forward everyone who is chasing their dreams.
Released in August 2004, it was chosen as the theme song for TV Asahi’s coverage of the 86th National High School Baseball Championship and for the program Netto Koshien.
It brightly colored the summers of many high school ballplayers—a true classic that represents the season.
For players racing through a page of their youth and for anyone about to take a new step, it delivers burning courage and deep inspiration.
Orange SunsetZONE7rank/position
It’s a song that wraps you in the quiet and warmth of twilight.
ZONE’s cheerful vocals gently color the sky as it turns orange.
Included on the 2002 album “Z,” this track sings of a longing for lost time and a resolve to look forward.
The lyrics, where nostalgia for days gone by intersects with hope for tomorrow, really sink into the heart.
It’s a song that keeps you company during a quiet moment on your way home at dusk, when you’re lost in thought alone.
It’s a charming piece that lets you feel both nostalgia and anticipation for a new season at the same time.