A timeless masterpiece that lets you feel the cosmos. A space-themed song filled with dreams and love, evoking starry skies and galaxies.
What kind of music do you think of when you hear “space”? If we limit ourselves to just the word “space,” the scope might feel narrow, but there are songs that capture it from many angles—like the moon and the stars.
This is a playlist packed with theme songs from TV anime and films that use space as a motif, as well as masterpieces that feature planets, stars, and the moon in their titles.
While researching, I was surprised to find that many space-themed songs are essentially love songs.
How romantic.
Please enjoy a generous selection of space songs that brim with dreams and hope, and overflow with love for that special someone!
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Timeless songs that let you feel the cosmos: space-themed tracks full of dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (71–80)
Hill Where Stars FallMISIA
A gem of a ballad by MISIA, sung with a yearning for the stars that twinkle in the night sky.
Its beautiful lyrics layer memories of the past and hopes for the future onto the stars, and her commanding five-octave voice amplifies the emotion, moving listeners to their core.
Included on her debut album Mother Father Brother Sister, released in 1998, the piece features a strikingly grand arrangement woven from strings and piano.
It’s a song we especially recommend to those in long-distance relationships or anyone quietly holding feelings for someone dear.
On a day when stars fallaiko
Under a sky full of stars, this gem of a love ballad by aiko is sung with heartfelt feelings for someone special.
With the starry night as its motif, its delicate lyrics intertwine aching longing and hope, resonating deeply in the heart.
Released in November 2023 as her 44th single, it drew major attention as aiko’s first release marking the 25th anniversary of her debut.
For couples in long-distance relationships or those who can’t easily see someone dear to them, it’s sure to be a song that offers emotional support.
Listen to it with your partner on the night of Tanabata, and, overlaying your feelings with those of Orihime and Hikoboshi, you’ll feel your bond grow even stronger.
City of StardustGosuperāzu
A gem-like ballad by The Gospellers that sings of the bittersweetness of long-distance love and the warmth of affection, woven into a beautiful harmony like stars shining in the night sky.
In this piece, each member is given a solo part, and their distinct voices overlap to create a stunning harmony, like a constellation.
Released in November 2002, the song was also loved as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “The Life of Genius Professor Yanagisawa,” and it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s the perfect song for those holding thoughts of a loved one far away, or for couples who want to spend Tanabata night with someone special.
Masterpieces that let you feel the cosmos: space songs brimming with dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (81–90)
cometYunna
This is one of Younha’s signature ballads, sung with a clear, translucent voice that captures the bittersweetness of youth and a yearning for dreams.
The beautiful lyrics—woven in the Japanese she taught herself despite being from Korea—carry a pure, heartfelt wish to a shooting star glittering in the night sky.
Released in June 2005, it was loved by many as an ending theme for the popular anime BLEACH and reached a peak position of 15 on the Oricon charts.
It’s the perfect song for those who quietly hold thoughts of someone special while gazing up at the stars, or for anyone in a long-distance relationship who wants to express their feelings through song.
Love Long and Prosperm-flo loves STAR TREK
An impressive track that incorporates the world of the sci-fi TV series Star Trek.
Released as a single in December 2006, it was also included on the album COSMICOLOR.
Created as part of m-flo’s “loves” series, it seamlessly blends sophisticated electronic beats and melodies.
A Diplo remix version was featured on the album ElectriColor -Complete Remix-, showcasing the project’s broad musical range.
Its expansive, space-evoking soundscapes and VERBAL’s stylish rap work are perfectly in sync, making it an ideal track for music fans who love sci-fi.
A Little Love SongMONGOL800
On a night quietly illuminated by moonlight, with stars that feel close enough to touch when you reach out your hand…
When you let your heart wander through such a dreamlike sky, MONGOL800’s “A Small Love Song” makes the perfect BGM.
Its simple chord progression and soul-stirring melody delicately capture the bittersweet feelings for a lover far away, and as you listen, you find yourself imagining the vastness of the cosmos and the humble places where love resides here on Earth.
As a bridge that connects lovers’ hearts, this song continues to deliver a quiet yet powerful message.
When you want to deepen your bond with someone you love, give this cosmic song a listen.
It’s sure to become a tune that lingers in your heart.
Sexy★DynamiteDerakkusu × Derakkusu
This song sings of a grand love set against the stage of outer space.
Released by Deluxe × Deluxe in March 2024, it captivates listeners with a modern sound while incorporating elements of Showa-era pop.
The bold lyrics about taming the Earth and the cosmos vividly reflect the band’s distinctive worldview.
The music video combines CGI and live performance footage, fully conveying the band’s appeal.
It’s a humorous yet cool track by a rock band known for its unique aesthetic and flamboyant performances.