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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A collection of masterpieces that let you feel the cosmos: space-themed songs brimming with dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (61–70)
GALAXYKyūso Nekokami
Kyuso Nekokami is a band from Hyogo that delivers highly impactful songs about relatable, everyday moments.
Their lead track “GALAXY,” included on the 2015 mini-album Happy Ponkotsu Land, sings of the mysteries of the unknown cosmos and carries a slightly stylish vibe.
You can fully immerse yourself in its psychedelic ensemble and melodious sound.
The way the song unfolds makes your imagination soar—what is space really like, anyway? Be sure to check out the music video’s storyline as well, featuring a passionate performance by vocalist Seiya Yamasaki.
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.
BetelgeuseYuuri
This ballad by Yuuri beautifully portrays the bonds between people, using stars shining in the night sky as its motif.
Its warm lyrics, which liken encounters with loved ones and mutually supportive relationships to stars nestling close together, resonate deeply.
The emotional vocals, piano, and strings weave a grand sound that makes the message even more striking.
Released in November 2021, the song was written as the theme for the popular drama “SUPER RICH.” In October 2023, it achieved the milestone of surpassing 500 million total streams.
It’s a heartwarming piece perfect for moments when you want to feel the bonds with someone special from your youth or express gratitude to someone.
Venus RocketKishida Kyoudan & THE Myoujou Rockets
Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets is led by the intensely talented Ms.
Kishida.
The members’ details aren’t publicly disclosed, and even Kishida only reveals her last name—her given name apparently remains private.
It’s a music unit for which the word “captivating” fits perfectly.
Their song Akeboshi Rocket is an instantly satisfying track that goes down easy: an intro that feels like it could go on forever, tightly restrained A and B verses, and a chorus that bursts with emotion—every section delivers outstanding sound.
Listen to this song and you’ll think of the cosmos and find yourself wanting to look up at the sky.