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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Memorable masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (51–60)
silhouetteKANA-BOON
This is a song imbued with a message that will be etched in memory forever.
Released by KANA-BOON in November 2014, it became the opening theme for the popular anime Naruto Shippuden and captured the hearts of a wide range of generations.
The melody is fast-paced and striking, with an addictive, catchy quality that makes you want to listen on repeat.
The lyrics tell a moving story about growing while holding on to what’s important, perfectly syncing with the anime’s themes.
Included on the album TIME, it became a popular release that reached No.
4 on the Oricon album chart.
It’s a recommended track not only for young people in their formative years, but for anyone who wants to feel the greatness of continuing to protect what’s precious.
There’s always tomorrowRe:Japan
Ashita ga Aru sa became a hot topic when comedians—like Downtown, who are still active today—made their artist debuts with it.
It’s a mid-tempo classic with a catchy melody and a bouncy, jazzy rhythm that sticks in your ears.
With lyrics that seem to say, “Even if something bad happens, it’ll be okay tomorrow,” your worries might just blow away… It’s an uplifting song we highly recommend for the days you’re feeling down!
going back to sleepCreepy Nuts
The theme song for this popular drama, created by Creepy Nuts, pairs a driving sense of speed with beauty, layering questions and frustrations about modern society over a track that contrasts past and future.
Playful lyrics sprinkled with motifs from old folktales are sure to resonate with listeners.
Released in January 2024, the song debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Digital Singles chart.
Tied closely to the drama’s worldview, it’s a track you’ll want to play on nights when you feel like escaping reality.
Highly recommended for those who feel life is tough or who are looking for a sense of shared understanding.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
Many famous movie theme songs are real earworms, aren’t they? RADWIMPS’s “Zenzenzense” became hugely popular after it was used as the opening theme for Makoto Shinkai’s animated film “Your Name.” The melody repeated in the chorus is addictive and really sticks with you.
The guitar riff is refreshing too, and just listening to it makes you feel invigorated.
Unforgettable Masterpieces: Recommended Popular Songs (61–70)
HappinessAI
It’s no exaggeration to call this a winter staple! It was recently used in a Coke commercial too, so it’s still fresh in our memories.
Its happy, clap-along sound is sure to bring a smile to your face.
AI’s husky, soaring vocals give you energy.
The straightforward lyrics about simply keeping a smile will help you look ahead when you’re feeling down.
Listen to it with someone special, and you’ll be able to share smiles—this is a true classic.
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.