Shiina Ringo’s Best and Most Popular Songs: From Hit Singles to Hidden Gems, All in One Guide!

As long as this world lastsShiina Ringo × Saitō Neko + Shiina Jumpei

Sheena Ringo × Neko Saito + Junpei Shiina – As Long as This World Lasts

A track included on the jointly credited album Heisei Fuuzoku, released on February 21, 2007, in collaboration with Neko Saito.

Most of the songs also served as insert tracks in the film Sakuran, directed by Mika Ninagawa.

This piece was chosen as the film’s ending theme, and, under the theme of “a song about familial love,” it became a duet with her older brother, soul singer Junpei Shiina.

New romance revealedShiina Ringo to Nakata Yasutaka (CAPSULE)

Sheena Ringo – In the Midst of a Scandalous Love Affair

A track included on the compilation album Ukina, released on November 13, 2013.

This compilation was curated by her and collects songs by other artists in which she guested over the 15 years since her debut.

For this album, Yasutaka Nakata (CAPSULE)—a darling of Japan’s techno scene and the producer behind acts like Perfume and Kyary Pamyu Pamyu—wrote a brand-new song.

It features his signature sound design, notably with heavily effected vocals.

addictionShiina Ringo

Sing and play 'Addiction' (solo performance with self-accompaniment)

This roughly six-and-a-half-minute-long track appears at the end of ‘Shōso Strip.’ According to Shiina, it’s a song about ‘suicide—or rather, being completely exhausted by everything,’ and its emotional intensity explodes throughout.

For some reason, I feel like I could cry when I listen to it.

workerShiina Ringo

“Worker (Sheena Ringo)” covered by 9gatsu 27nichi

This is a song included on Ringo Sheena’s 2009 album “Sanmon Gossip.” “Rōdōsha” (“Worker”) starts with a quiet intro that suddenly grows intense.

The track has a sound that in some ways evokes Motown.

I am a cat’s eye.Shiina Ringo

Shiina Ringo – I Am a Cat’s Eye

This song captivates with its distinctive worldview and literary Japanese expressions.

It portrays the feelings of a woman troubled by love and the complexities of human society, revealing new discoveries with each listen.

Shiina Ringo’s unique voice delicately traces the shifting patterns of the heart.

Released in May 2024, the track marks the single commemorating the 25th anniversary of her debut.

At the same time, her other albums were also released on vinyl.

Highly recommended for those who want their preconceptions overturned, it’s a track with an unforgettable resonance that invites you into a mysteriously alluring world.

The view outside the telescopeShiina Ringo

Ringo Sheena - The Scenery Beyond the Telescope TOKYO 2020

This song was provided by Shiina for Hideki Noda’s stage play “Egg,” and it was also used in the “Tokyo Show” at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The play “Egg” depicts athletes aiming for the Olympics in a fictional sport called Egg and female singers, expressing the folly of war through their stories.

Perhaps the fact that she contributed a song to a negatively themed play is a secret only Ringo Sheena knows.

Pathological lyingShiina Ringo

Kyogenshou -I Am A Liar-

Ringo Sheena’s “Kyogensho” is a song that showcases her delicate yet resilient inner world.

Released in 1999, it casts a sharp light on the darker side of society and continues to captivate listeners.

Its unique melody intertwined with profound lyrics is somewhat shocking, yet the emotion embedded within resonates deep beyond words.

It’s a masterpiece only a charismatic artist like Ringo Sheena—irresistible to fans of visual kei and Japanese rock—could create.

Despite the dark lyrics, its dynamic, cool sound is sure to grab your heart and hold on tight.