[Sunset Songs] Songs about sunsets and the evening glow you’ll want to listen to at dusk
I’ve put together songs you’ll want to listen to while watching the sunset.
When you gaze at a sky dyed by the setting sun, you feel the day coming to a close, and at the same time a hard-to-describe sense of poignancy and loneliness spreads through your chest.
In fact, there are many timeless, heart-wrenching masterpieces themed around sunsets, regardless of era.
Whether rock, pop, or folk, each track is filled with melancholy, nostalgia, and bittersweet emotion.
Give them a listen when you want to calm your mind or when you’re in the mood for a tender, sorrowful ballad.
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[Sunset Songs] Songs about Sunset and the Evening Sun to Listen to at Dusk (1–10)
twilightkyanai
There are many classic “sunset songs,” and the latest among them could be considered “Yūgure” (“Dusk”).
Its lyrics, depicting parting from a loved one and feelings of regret, are likely something many people can relate to.
The song is performed by Kyanai, an artist who mainly did street performances up until 2022.
When he posted his singing videos on TikTok, they went massively viral.
His current TikTok account has over 140,000 followers! He also uploads footage of his street performances on TikTok, so if you want to experience the unique atmosphere of live street shows, those are highly recommended too.
Crescent Moon SunsetSakanakushon
A track included on the 2018 album Fish Encyclopedia.
This song was also performed by Dutchman, the band that preceded Sakanaction.
While it carries the poignant loneliness typical of a twilight song, it also has an uplifting feel.
The lyrics suggest the singer is reminiscing about someone who once meant a lot to them.
Listening to it might bring back memories of your turbulent youth.
It’s a sunset song that suits the evening glow and leaves you feeling refreshed in the end.
Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku
Has there ever been a rock band that captured the loneliness of dusk this powerfully? Fujifabric’s moving dusk anthem “Akane-iro no Yūhi,” released in 2005.
Even though time has passed since its release, whenever evening falls I remember this song and find myself humming it.
There are many songs themed around dusk, but I think this one is especially sentimental, with a melody that brings back memories of boyhood.
Be sure to pay attention to the beautiful Japanese lyrics as you listen.
[Sunset Songs] Songs about sunsets you’ll want to listen to at dusk (11–20)
Have you seen the crimson-red sky?BUMP OF CHICKEN
Many people might say that this is the quintessential BUMP OF CHICKEN B-side.
It’s said that vocalist Fujiwara wrote it while watching the sunset.
It’s a song that brings to mind the faces of those who support you, and listening to it makes you feel like you can keep going.
Fujiwara was reportedly in a slump when he wrote it, so it’s also recommended as a song to motivate yourself.
It’s included in the 2008 B-sides compilation “present from you.”
sunset glowTHE BLUE HEARTS
The cheerful rock ’n’ roll sound of “Yugure” feels pleasant.
It’s a mid-tempo track by THE BLUE HEARTS, a rock band that influenced many artists and people, and it was the band’s final single, released in 1993.
You can sense a generous spirit that accepts ambiguity—things that aren’t simply black or white.
Sunset songs often carry a wistful tone, but this one has a very gentle atmosphere that warms the heart.
It’s a masterpiece that sings of a human warmth, layered over the red of the setting sun.
Bad OrangezCreepy Nuts
Creepy Nuts is a duo featuring R-Shitei, who also made a name for himself as a battle MC, and they can be credited with bringing hip-hop back into mainstream households.
Their songs are often accessible even to listeners who don’t usually listen to hip-hop, and this track’s charm lies in its refreshing, guitar-driven sound.
As the title suggests, it centers on an orange-hued sunset, while the lyrics portray the relentless pursuit of one’s dreams—something that is sure to resonate with many listeners.
Brand New SunsetHi-STANDARD
The melodic hardcore band Hi-STANDARD’s West Coast-style twilight, Brand New Sunset, is also a perfect track to listen to at dusk! It feels more like a song that suits the word “sunset” than “twilight,” but twilight is the same everywhere in the world.
The song carries a hint of loneliness that brings back memories of the fun days ending in childhood or farewells with friends.
Still, the melodic hardcore sound is alive and well, so it’s a track you can enjoy comfortably without getting too sentimental!