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 sang of the stars: moving star songs to hear with the night sky (81–90)
Screaming Starsutoreitenaa
An emotional guitar rock track that makes your heart race from the very first notes of the intro.
The song portrays the feelings of a protagonist who carries a strong resolve as they move from past to future, and its raw urgency—like a cry reaching toward a distant light—hits home even as it grapples with anxiety and inner conflict.
Released in October 2020 and included on the album “Applause,” it left a deep impression on many fans when it was performed for the first time during the September 2020 streaming live show.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to shake off hesitation on nights when you long to change something but can’t quite take that final step.
A powerful track that pushes you forward, assuring you that even in the dark, you can still find hope.
The Two People’s ConstellationHIKOBOSHI
This is a song included in the album Tanabata Love Story produced by HIKOBOSHI.
From the artist’s name to the title, it truly gives off a constellation-like vibe.
The synthesizer’s distinctive melodies create a mysterious, space-like atmosphere.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Starfuransu douyou
The children’s song “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” which almost everyone likely sang in school during childhood, originally comes from the 18th-century French chanson “Ah! Vous dirais-je, Maman.” It became popular as a nursery rhyme after the English poet Jane Taylor wrote new lyrics to it, and it is still sung around the world today.
Hearing the melody, which evokes the sparkle of stars in the night sky, may make many people feel nostalgic.
It is also known as the piece for which Mozart composed a set of variations, and stands as a representative work themed around stars.
Waltz of StarlightSen Masao
It’s a song that spread through word of mouth thanks to listeners’ support, gaining popularity on cable radio a year after its release.
It deepens with a poignant feeling, as if the two lovers—who must part despite their love—confirm their feelings one last time under the starlight.
Winter Constellationkabu330
This is a song that uses VOCALOID, specifically Hatsune Miku.
It was released on a video-sharing site in 2011.
It’s a poignant breakup song that recalls the night sky once gazed up at with a former lover.
The melody is catchy, so it should be easy for anyone to listen to.