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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Masterpieces that let you feel the cosmos. Space songs full of dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (21–30)
The universe is a big deal!Matsutani Yūko
Urusei Yatsura, a popular anime featuring adorable aliens.
Its ending theme, which is also Yuko Matsutani’s debut single, is “Space Is So Strange!” Using the title phrase, the song captures both the mysteries of the universe and a buoyant, excited feeling.
While the city-pop-tinged, cool and breezy sound gives a chic impression, the sampled lines and lyrics create a lively atmosphere.
That contrast is irresistible.
meteorKobukuro
“Ryusei (Shooting Star)” by Kobukuro is a song that always touches the heart.
It’s a love ballad that fully expresses love by comparing its shape to stars positioned in the same constellation.
The duo’s expansive, powerful vocals convey the strength of a love that draws two people together as if by gravity.
Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc
This is “Gekkouka,” the opening theme of the anime Black Jack.
The catchy intro features a rich orchestral phrase, followed by a wistful piano arpeggio, and yasu’s clear yet powerful vocals draw you deeper and deeper into the world Janne Da Arc creates.
Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI
It’s ‘Paradise Ginga’ by Hikaru Genji, who took the world by storm! They’re famous for their roller-skate performances.
The youthful members’ sweet, refreshing, and pure vocals somehow give you energy and hope.
It’s a great pick for when you want to reminisce about those hopeful days.
Wish Upon a Starflumpool
This is flumpool’s major-label debut song, “Wish Upon a Star.” With a guitar intro that evokes a sense of bittersweetness, vocals that are catchy yet sincerely down-to-earth, and a backing band whose sheer enjoyment of the music comes through, it’s a track that somehow encourages you and lifts your spirits.
R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
Guaranteed to get the crowd hyped at karaoke! It’s “R.Y.U.S.E.I,” famous for the Running Man dance.
The steady four-on-the-floor bass feels so good, you’ll find your feet and hips moving before you know it! The powerful yet delicate vocals of the two singers are also a big draw.
Once you hear it, you’ll be riding high every day—no question!
YurikaSukima Suichi
A cool up-tempo tune from pop craftsmen Sukima Switch.
Released as a single in 2012, it was used as the opening theme for the anime Space Brothers.
Many listeners will probably find iconic scenes and lines from the show coming to mind.
A glittering band backs a dramatic melody with a rolling sense of momentum, rooted in Shinta’s pop-tinged piano and elevated by Ohashi’s soaring vocals.
All these elements intertwine to generate a power that feels like it could go anywhere.
“Eureka” carries the meaning of “I’ve found it, I understand!”—a very Sukima-style pep song that instantly opens up your world.
Just like the infinite universe, it’s sure to expand your sense of possibility!
