Memorable masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.
A timeless tune suddenly comes to mind, its melody casually playing in your head.
I believe everyone has had that experience.
That is the music flowing through your heart.
Regardless of when it was composed.
Even now, many people still listen to songs from the past without them ever losing their color.
In this article, we researched and carefully selected popular songs based on the voices of music fans shared with our site.
We’ve aimed to cover a wide range—from relatively new tracks to hall-of-fame classics.
Dive into this parade of masterpieces and find your favorites!
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Unforgettable Masterpieces: Recommended Popular Songs (61–70)
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
Superfly is supported by fans for her overwhelming vocal prowess.
When it comes to her signature songs, many people probably think of Ai wo Komete Hanataba wo.
Its grand melody and powerful vocals are truly fitting for a ballad that represents Japanese pop music, and they really stick in your ears.
In particular, the chorus melody showcases a magnificent voice that you can listen to over and over without ever getting tired of it.
Let’s count your kissesKoyanagi Yuki
This is Yuki Koyanagi’s iconic hit, which swept across Japan thanks to its authentic gospel-level vocal power and its portrayal of intense, mature romance.
It’s a staple on karaoke audition shows that truly test vocal prowess, and its unforgettable, powerhouse chorus packs so much energy that it lingers in your ears long after you hear it.
SPARKLEYamashita Tatsuro
Tatsuro Yamashita is one of Japan’s most iconic artists—a name virtually everyone knows.
The intro, with its stylish guitar cutting, brings back memories of a laid-back, refreshing summer.
His airy, unforgettable voice pairs perfectly with the dreamy lyrics.
In the concise, no-frills lines, a fairytale-like world is tightly packed.
How about one song for a languid night…?
Runnerbakufū suranpu
This is a famous song by Bakufu Slump, known for their shaved-head look and passionate, soul-stirring vocals.
It features an easy-to-sing, easy-to-listen-to melody line, and its intense beat combined with earthy, distinctly Japanese lyrics creates a memorable track that awakens a fiery spirit.
I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu
It’s a globally beloved classic from the Showa era.
Its easy-to-hum melody and tear-evoking, lyrical lyrics carry a timeless sense of quality, and Sakamoto Kyu’s soaring, vibrato-rich vocals linger in the ear, making it a heartwarming song.