[Rice Songs] A selection of tracks where food appears in the lyrics!
There are songs created around all sorts of themes—love, life, youth—but in fact, there are also plenty that focus on food.
And even within “food,” the approaches vary widely: from humorous tracks that simply sing about a favorite dish, to moving pieces that portray both personal stories and emotions tied to food.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs whose lyrics feature food.
As you read the lyrics, take your time listening—and try uncovering the hidden “underlying themes” tucked beneath the surface theme of “food.”
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[Rice Songs] A selection of tracks featuring food in the lyrics! (1–10)
I want to eat ham.kururi
At first glance, the title seems comical, but the more you listen, the more it resonates.
It’s a track included on the album “Waltz o Odore Tanz Walzer,” released in June 2007.
Recorded in Vienna, the piece exquisitely matches a relaxed rhythm with a worldview depicting the futility of everyday life.
If you want to enjoy melancholic, mature rock, this is definitely one to hear.
Feast of NonsensePinokio P
This is a song by PinocchioP that depicts a raucous party where food and drinks are flying everywhere, using distinctive expressions and a brisk electronic beat.
Released on YouTube in March 2015, the piece satirically portrays the complexities of human relationships in modern society through the setting of a banquet.
Though it’s a Vocaloid track, its lyrics deftly weave in idioms and Buddhist terminology, highlighting the difficulties of communication.
It’s a track that will resonate not only with those who want to taste the atmosphere of a party or drinking session, but also with anyone struggling with interpersonal relationships.
Curry on loveLienel
A work whose lyrics fuse an appetite for curry with the exhilaration of love, leaving a powerful impact.
Its comical worldview and addictive melody linger in your ears.
Included on a double A-side single released in August 2024, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
With its lively tone, it’s the kind of track that boosts your mood the moment you listen.
Why not enjoy the tantalizing premonition of love that’s as stimulating as spices?
[Rice/Supper Songs] A selection of tracks featuring food in the lyrics! (11–20)
paprikaSakamoto Maaya
It’s a bossa nova tune that makes standing in the kitchen feel fun.
Sung by Maaya Sakamoto, who is active as a voice actress and singer, this track is included on the album “Yuunagi LOOP,” released in October 2005.
The lyrics are by Yuho Iwasato, with composition and arrangement by Takeshi Nakatsuka, and it’s pleasantly finished with Koichiro Tashiro’s acoustic guitar tones and a light, buoyant rhythm.
And Sakamoto’s vocals are truly cool and captivating.
The lyrics, which depict hands at work cooking and everyday scenes, convey the warmth of time spent with someone special.
eeeeverydayGRe4N BOYZ
It’s an exceptionally bright, poppy cheer-up song that makes everyday housework more fun.
Created by GRe4N BOYZ, it was included as a B-side on the single “Akatsuki no Kimi ni,” released in December 2016.
Written specifically as the campaign song for Lion’s housework festival “CLeeeeaN,” this track turns routines like doing the dishes and cleaning into something positive with its lively rhythm.
The lyrics trace the flow of a week, and the depiction of curry rice on the table on Friday wonderfully heightens the excitement for the weekend.
ennsumika
It’s a medium-tempo tune that traces bonds and circles between people, warming the heart little by little.
The song is by sumika, a band from Kanagawa Prefecture, and is included on their mini-album Answer Parade, released in May 2016.
Keyboardist Takayuki Ogawa composed the piece and took on lead vocals for the first time.
Among lyrics that sing about connections with family and loved ones, the appearance of curry as a symbol of everyday life is especially striking.
Ogawa’s gentle, conversational singing voice sinks deeply into the listener’s heart.
RaSuiyōbi no Campanella
A uniquely brilliant concept that fuses the ancient Egyptian sun god with Japan’s beloved national dish, curry—an irresistibly addictive track.
Featured on the album “Zipangu,” released in November 2015, the song leaves a powerful impression with its striking contrast between a divine worldview and appetite-stimulating lyrics.
It also drew attention through a collaboration with Nissin Foods’ “Nissin Curry Meshi,” and its music video won an award at the SPACE SHOWER MUSIC AWARDS.
Wordplay unfolds over electronic beats, brimming with a playful energy that sparks listeners’ imaginations.