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Cat songs that overlap with various emotions. A richly diverse collection of cat tunes.

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A style that keeps updating my favorites while loving mainstream and hit songs. I have experience writing articles for outlets like Utaten. Since I discovered music as a student, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. 2000s J-POP and 2010s K-POP were my youth, and I’m also loosely into jazz and R&B. I enjoy good music across genres with a “good is good” mindset. Thanks to my past work environment (and its influence), I listened to a lot of classic rock and kayōkyoku, which may have broadened my tastes. At RAG MUSIC, I mainly cover K-POP. I focus on reviews that emphasize feelings people can relate to, and on editing aligned with local pride and hit potential. Thank you!

February 22 is known as Cat Day!

In Japan, it was established in 1987.

Cats can be delightfully free-spirited—keeping their distance one moment, then suddenly getting affectionate the next.

There are many songs that sing about or relate to “cats,” and many people might feel that there are quite a few classics among them.

From heart-fluttering cute tunes to songs that express a cat’s feelings, wishes like “I want to be a cat,” and moving tracks that overlay human emotions with feline traits—there are countless cat-themed songs.

In this article, we’ve picked out our top recommendations among cat songs.

If you’re a cat lover who actually has a feline friend, be sure to listen together and enjoy a happy time!

Cat songs that overlap with various emotions. A diverse variety of cat tunes (71–80)

The cat stepped on it.Noriyuki Makihara

The Cat Stepped On It — Noriyuki Makihara

Makihara Noriyuki stepped on the cat

It’s not that someone stepped on the cat; it’s the cat that did the stepping.

The song describes a cat stepping on a sleeping lover’s face and then approaching.

It’s included on singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara’s fourth album, “SELF PORTRAIT,” released in 1993.

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Nekomimi ModeHazuki (Chiwa Saito)

Neko Mimi Mode Full Version

Nekomimi Mode Hazuki (Chiwa Saito)

This is the opening theme of the 2004 broadcast “Tsukuyomi -MOON PHASE-.” Anyone who isn’t highly resistant to moe-style denpa songs should absolutely not play it.

The sugary, cutesy, clingy voice of a moe character, riding on electronic sounds and a laid-back bossa nova, will try to melt your brain through your ears.

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I can't go back to the Cat ForestHiroko Taniyama

"I Can't Return to the Cat Forest" by Hiroko Taniyama, with lyrics

Hiroko Taniyama, I Can’t Return to the Cat Forest

This is a song by singer-songwriter Hiroko Taniyama, known for her cheerful singing voice.

It’s the title track of her second album, “I Can’t Return to the Cat Forest,” released in 1977.

The lyrics are written from the perspective of a cat reading a letter from its hometown.

It’s a song that people living alone in the city may find relatable.

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Cat songs that overlap with various emotions. A diverse variety of cat tunes (81–90)

The Silly Cat and the Song of the Silly Cat LoverHaruna Iikubo (Morning Musume ’17), Tomoko Kanazawa (Juice=Juice)

The Silly Cat and The Song of the Silly Cat-Fool / Haruna Iikubo (Morning Musume ’17), Tomoko Kanazawa (Juice=Juice)

Silly Cat and Silly Cat Fan Song — Haruna Iikubo (Morning Musume. ’17), Tomoko Kanazawa (Juice=Juice)

Watch “Obaka Neko to Obaka Nekobaka no Uta” Haruna Iikubo (Morning Musume. ’17), Tomoko Kanazawa (Juice=Juice) on YouTube

This is a collaborative song by idols Haruna Iikubo and Tomoko Kanazawa.

It was released in 2017.

Without a doubt, it’s a cat song by cat lovers, for cat lovers.

The bossa nova–tinged style is striking, and it seems perfect for an afternoon coffee break.

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A cat’s sleep-talkWataru Takada

Greetings ~ A Cat’s Mutterings ~ On Nights When I Want a Drink ~ Someday — Wataru Takada

Cat’s Sleep-Talk by Wataru Takada

A song included on the album “Best Live,” released on January 20, 1999.

It repeatedly starts with “Um…” and trails off, over and over.

It feels like a drinking song.

The ukulele’s tone creates a vacation vibe in this pop tune.

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Schrödinger's catBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun “Schrödinger's Cat” (Official Music Video)

Schrödinger's Cat Brian the Sun

This is a song by Brian the Sun, a four-piece band formed in Osaka in 2007.

It’s the lead track from their second mini-album, “Schrödinger’s Cat,” released in 2015.

It’s a danceable, stylish guitar rock number.

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As if the cat’s tail is standing straight up…SKE48

On sale 2014/3/19 14th single: Like a Cat’s Tail Sticking Straight Up… feat. Bose (Scha Dara Parr) MV (special edit ver.)

Like a cat’s tail standing straight up… SKE48

A song included as a B-side on SKE48’s 14th single “Mirai to wa?” released on March 19, 2014.

It’s a mid-tempo pop track that combines rap by Bose from Scha Dara Parr.

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