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 (41–50)
Until the World Ends…WANDS
This is a song by WANDS, a rock band that represents the Being label, used as the ending theme for the anime SLAM DUNK.
The worldview of the work and the lyrics overlap exquisitely, gripping the hearts of fans at the time.
The loneliness and impatience felt in the middle of the city, and the earnest wish to not be separated “until the world ends.” Sho Uesugi’s vocals—like a cry from the soul, with lyrics he penned himself—ride on Tetsuro Oda’s dramatic melody and pierce deep into the heart.
Anyone who has carried emotions with no outlet yet still wished to believe in something will find this song profoundly moving.
A legendary track that continues to shine across generations.
Kiss MeHimuro Kyosuke
This is a popular song by the husky-voiced vocalist Kyosuke Himuro, featuring cool, ringing cutting guitar.
Its uplifting melodic lines and immersive world induce a trippy sensation, exuding the charm of a suave, mature man and delivering a richness that lingers in your ears for a long time.
YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Saijō Hideki
This is a famous song by Hideki Saijo that energized many Japanese people during the period of rapid economic growth.
Its irresistibly uplifting melody and the repetitive chorus with its distinctive choreography are highly addictive, making it a punchy, unforgettable classic.
Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi
Among the Okinawan songs released by Begin, this classic—covered by the captivating, refined vocals of Rimi Natsukawa—is especially easy to sing.
Its soaring chorus and airy melodic lines linger pleasantly in the ear, making it a heartwarming track.
Soap bubbleNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
This is one of Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s signature songs, showcasing the charismatic presence of a quintessentially rugged, cool male figure.
As a track that earned him many followers, its distinctive, talk-like vocal delivery has a certain addictive quality, making it a memorable listen for audiences.
ENDLESS SUMMER NUDEMagokoro Burazāzu
The beloved masterpiece by Magokoro Brothers, vividly capturing the summer of youth, was released in July 1997.
Its beautiful melody and lyrics, portraying the bittersweet end of summer and memories with a lover, moved countless listeners.
The song is included on the album “I will Survive” and was also used as an insert song in the Tokyo Theatres–distributed film “Osaka Monogatari.” The arrangement, which blends programming and live performance by CHOKKAKU, features accomplished musicians such as Toshio Araki and Yoichi Murata, with additional color added by Yoko Utsumi’s chorus.
It’s a heartwarming track we especially recommend to those who want to bask in summer memories or soothe a heart swayed by love.
True LoveFujii Fumiya
This is one of Fumiya Fujii’s signature songs, embodying the image of a cool, taciturn, tough, and stylish man.
It’s crafted as a deep love song with a melody that anyone middle-aged or older will surely have heard, and although the track maintains a low-key vibe, it still leaves a strong impression and sticks in your ears.