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.
- A song with an airplane theme. A classic that suits the sky.
- Classic Japanese songs perfect for sunny days: comfortable tracks that match a blue sky.
- [Sunset Songs] Songs about sunsets and the evening glow you’ll want to listen to at dusk
- A collection of summer-like songs: tracks that go perfectly with summer, like the sea and the sky.
- A timeless masterpiece that lets you feel the cosmos. A space-themed song filled with dreams and love, evoking starry skies and galaxies.
- Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate in the heart, best heard beneath the night sky.
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
- Timeless songs that sing of hopes and dreams. Masterpieces that lead those who strive toward the future.
- A classic of poignant, heartwarming songs. Recommended popular tracks.
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- [Autumn Songs] Songs of autumn. Classic tracks and popular favorites you’ll want to listen to in the fall.
Classic songs that sing of the sky. Recommended popular tracks that make you long for the sky (11–20)
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It’s a refreshing, exhilarating number that makes you want to look up at the blue sky.
Released for streaming in March 2022 and later included on the album “Kafuu,” which came out in September of the same year, this track was written as the theme song for the “Flying Pikachu Project.” Its sense of excitement for travel and uplifting spirit are carried by a 16-beat rhythm, and just listening to it naturally lifts your mood.
Perfect for when you need a boost!
BLUE SKYMemento Mori
Memento Mori is a member of O.A.KLAY, a hip-hop crew from Soeda Town in Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture.
In May 2024, he released a solo track titled “BLUE SKY.” It’s a grand number that sings about the happiness of moving toward dreams pursued together with friends, and Memento Mori’s expansive flow blends perfectly with the depth of the sound.
You can really feel the strong resolve to “cherish your true self” and “not give in to negativity.” It might be especially moving when you listen while thinking about your friends.
I was just staring at the sky.guddō mōningu amerika
Have you ever found yourself looking up at the sky when you’re frustrated that things aren’t going well, or struggling because they just won’t go right? Even at times like that, the sky is the same as always, and somehow it makes you steel yourself and realize that in the end, you’re the one who has to act.
This song is a full-throttle, exhilarating number that gives a push to take that next step after all that sky-gazing—a signature uptempo tune from early Good Morning America.
It’s also a fan favorite at live shows, a track that blasts away those murky feelings from the tip of your raised fist.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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This is the 10th single from the four-piece rock band [Alexandros], who have gained strong support—especially among younger listeners—thanks to their translucent high-tone vocals and meticulously crafted arrangements.
The song has been featured as the theme for the film “Akegarasu,” as well as in multiple commercials and other theme placements, and is widely known as a signature track that put [Alexandros] on the map.
The simple yet exhilarating, open-sounding intro guitar riff evokes a vast sky ready for takeoff, and the way the melody in the chorus bursts through all at once makes for an incredibly refreshing listen.
Only for you, clear skiesYorushika
The clap sounds that come in midway through the chorus in sync with the lyrics are really striking.
It gives you a curious feeling, almost evoking a mysterious atmosphere.
The fun, distinctive guitar riff seems to portray the ever-changing sky.
Sometimes a nostalgic scent can suddenly bring back memories, right? I think this is a song that fits those moments, as well as the many skies of summer.
It’s a popular track included on the highly impactful second mini-album “Makeninu ni Encore wa Iranai” (No Encore for the Losers).
SoraKing&Prince
Blending melancholy with hope, this song was released in April 2019.
Showcasing King & Prince’s impressive vocal prowess, it depicts feelings one longs to convey across lost love and distance.
Like light after the rain, it sings of the importance of facing forward and overcoming hardship.
From comments such as how Yuta Kishi’s solo parts moved listeners in the Johnny’s Song Awards 2019 to the overall passionate support from fans, its impact is clear.
Many also say it’s perfect for rainy days and soothing to the heart.
With emotions intertwined with the sky, this piece resonates with those who have experienced parting from someone dear or have unspoken feelings they wish they could convey.
Classic songs that sing of the sky. Recommended popular tracks that make you long for the sky (21–30)
To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon
A medium-tempo tune released in 2019 that also served as an in-film theme song for Her Blue Sky.
It’s a farewell song that portrays the blue of the sky as someone who has passed away, and it seems to reflect the artist’s feelings from their debut days as well.
When you look at the sky, it stirs all kinds of emotions, doesn’t it? This song, too, evokes a spacious generosity that brings many different feelings to the surface.
It’s a present-progressive, true-to-life masterpiece—about reclaiming what was lost and pushing through each day with everything you’ve got.
It’s the kind of song you want to listen to while sky-watching.