Classic songs that sing of the sky. Recommended popular tracks that will make you long for the sky.
When you look up at the sky, all kinds of feelings come to mind, don’t they?Longing that never reaches its destination, the beauty of the seasons, and the everyday moments.Of course there are refreshing feelings, but there are also times when you gaze at the sky lost in bittersweet emotions or deep thoughts.What kind of sky do you like?From endlessly spreading blue skies to nostalgic sunsets and breathtaking starry nights, music stays close to every kind of sky and every human story.In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of wonderful songs about the sky—from popular hits to recommendations from our editorial team!Be sure to listen while taking your time to read the lyrics, too.
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Masterpieces that sing of the sky. Recommended popular songs that make you long for the sky (71–80)
World of AzureRemioromen
It’s a track that evokes a deep-autumn sky with crisp, clear air.
It’s a song by the three-piece rock band Remioromen, released in 2005 as their seventh single.
It captures the feeling of having grown distant from someone important—yet carries a bittersweet but forward-looking message of wanting to overcome that and see a new world together.
The exhilarating blend of its sprightly tempo and earnest vocals makes it a truly refreshing, feel-good listen.
Be sure to try it outdoors.
Endless skyarashi
It’s a wonderful cheer song that gently tells you it’s okay to fail or stumble—you can start over as many times as you need.
It’s a track by the national idol group Arashi, released in 2010 as their 34th single.
The song served as the theme for the drama “Freeter, Ie o Kau” (Freeter, Buy a House), starring group member Kazunari Ninomiya.
When you’re completely worn out, you feel like looking up at the sky, don’t you? At that moment, please give this song a listen.
It’s sure to save you.
The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi
A million-selling hit from the Showa era and the theme song of the youth drama “Tobidase! Seishun.” It’s a Showa-era friendship song that embraces the wavering hearts common in adolescence and encourages nurturing friendship.
The invitation to leap out together into the blue sky feels refreshing.
Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE
It’s a bittersweet yet passionate love song about gazing up at the night sky and thinking of a loved one far away.
One of the signature tracks by the popular rock band THE ALFEE, it was released in 1984 as their 17th single.
It drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Mujaki na Kankei.” While the sound arrangement is cool, the feelings hidden within seem to overflow and reach you.
For those born in the Showa era, many would probably think of this song when asked to name a track that evokes the sky.
In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu
There are probably people who sing while doing impressions at karaoke.
This is a signature song by Chiharu Matsuyama, a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido, included on his 1977 debut album “A Song Made for You.” It’s a classic of Japanese pop that has been covered by many well-known musicians.
Its message—that even if things are tough now, one day you’ll seize happiness with your own hands—has encouraged many people.
It’s also especially popular in Hokkaido, as that’s Matsuyama’s hometown.