Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate in the heart, best heard beneath the night sky.
Since ancient times, people have gazed up at the night sky filled with stars, letting constellations stir countless thoughts and feelings.
From among the many classic songs perfect for a starry night, here are selections themed around stars or related to them.
Alongside romantic and love songs, there are also tracks that evoke bonds and connections in a broader sense.
Whether you’re looking for songs that suit the night, want to find tracks that mention constellations, or need star-themed tunes everyone can enjoy, these are for you.
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Masterpieces that sing of the stars: moving star songs to listen to with the night sky (71–80)
Love in the Stars -On the Night When the Stars Meet-MORISAKI WIN (Morisaki Uin)
It’s a love song overflowing with feelings for a beloved person.
The track is by Win Morisaki, a Myanmar-born artist who is also active as an actor, and it was released as a single in 2021.
The melody conjures up an image of a starry, sparkling night sky, which pairs perfectly with Morisaki’s sweet vocals.
If you sing it to your girlfriend at karaoke as a couple, she might be delighted.
…I hope to meet someone who makes me feel this way, too.
Saddle of a Shooting StarKubota Toshinobu
Many listeners were probably stunned the first time they heard it.
This track appears on Toshi Kubota, the evangelist of Japan’s R&B scene, and his 1986 debut album “SHAKE IT PARADISE.” Though it’s an album track, it enjoys strong popularity, especially among fans.
The authentic black-music style, solid beat, and Toshi’s soulful vocals are seriously cool.
You’ll be drawn in by its star-grasping brilliance and confidence-filled charm.
MercuryKariyaseira
It’s a different version from this track, but many of you might know the mashup with “Konya wa Boogie Back” from the tipsy-themed commercial.
This is a cover sung by Seira Kariya—who also appeared in tofubeats’s music video—of the original version released 10 years earlier.
Her crystal-clear vocals and rhythmic flow vividly capture the sparkle of the night.
It’s sure to lift your spirits, perfect for the excitement of nighttime or as a companion on your travels.
It conjures images of glittering nightscapes and starlit skies.
Black StarIshizaki Hyuui
It’s a stylish, high-energy number that makes you feel like charging straight toward your dreams without overthinking it.
Written and performed by singer-songwriter Huey Ishizaki, it was released in 2021.
Its urban soundscape, infused with a touch of funky music, is exceptionally easy on the ears.
The melody that rides on top is light and buoyant, lifting your spirits.
Rather than a song for taking things step by step, it’s a piece that helps you dash through like the wind.
The Edge of the StarsMizuki Arisa
This song sings about the happiness of spending time with someone special, evoking the warmth and feel of holding hands.
Precisely because they’re so important, the fear of losing them can arise—but no matter what happens, it’s a song that makes you want to stay by their side.
