[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 that feature food in the lyrics! (51–60)
BBQ Riot SongELLEGARDEN
A song that belts out the fun of barbecues over a refreshing rock sound.
It’s included on ELLEGARDEN’s fourth album, “RIOT ON THE GRILL.” Released in April 2005, the track expresses the feeling of breaking free from paperwork in a musty room to revel in freedom.
The driving guitar riffs and drum rhythms deliver an exhilarating rush that blows away the summer heat.
Perfect for anyone wanting to escape everyday stress, and ideal as background music for camping or barbecues.
Give it a listen as a soundtrack to color your summer memories!
ChateaubriandSuiyōbi no Campanella
A meat-loving song with an irresistibly unique twist, named after a premium cut of beef! It’s part of Wednesday Campanella’s “people’s names” series and was released on May 29, 2025—Meat Day.
A party tune riding on a ghetto house rhythm, its lyrics roll out cut after cut, from urute (trachea) and tongue to rump, skirt steak, and sirloin.
You’ll find your stomach growling as you listen.
Perfect for when you’re in the mood for an upper-bpm banger!
Rice is a side dish.Hōkago Tī Taimu
This is an insert song from K-ON!, an anime depicting the daily life of a high school light music club.
It was released in 2010 as After-School Tea Time’s ninth single.
The lyrics are about how white rice goes well with anything! It’s a guitar rock number featuring irresistibly cute vocals.
Song of Osaka’s Delicious Foods
It’s a work overflowing with love for Osaka, set to a friendly melody that captures the city’s food culture and humor.
From local specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki to Tsutenkaku Tower, it packs in the charms of Osaka.
Based on an American folk tune, the familiar melody is capped off with a final “Nandeyanen!” punchline that highlights Osaka’s unique flavor.
Also popular as a hand-play song, this piece is perfect for those who want to give children in Kansai preschools and kindergartens a chance to experience Osaka’s culture, or for anyone who wants to rekindle their affection for their hometown of Osaka.
[Rice Songs] A selection of tracks where food appears in the lyrics! (61–70)
riceasamichiyuki
This is a song by Chiyuki Asami, a female singer from Hikari City in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
It is included on her 2011 album “Asami no Uta VII ~Akizakura no Koro~.” Her beautiful singing voice is captivating.
The song expresses feelings toward her mother.
Just listening to it warms the heart.
World’s best riceUemura Kana
Even while living a decent life in Tokyo, nothing beats Mom’s cooking—this song is filled with gratitude toward mothers.
It was released in 2011 as the 11th single by Kana Uemura, a singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture.
Rice refills are free.AMEMIYA
This is a song by AMEMIYA, a comedian known for his singing-and-guitar style.
It’s included on the single “Hiyashi Chuka Hajimemashita,” released in 2011.
The story keeps snowballing, and by the end it’s somehow advocating for world peace—an amusing song about food.