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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 feelings. A diverse array of cat tunes (21–30)

CAT CITYTHE YELLOW MONKEY

THE YELLOW MONKEY – CAT CITY(Official Music Video)

CAT CITYTHE YELLOW MONKEY

This is a track by THE YELLOW MONKEY that continues to captivate fans with its seductive yet heavyweight sound.

Serving as the opening theme for the TV anime “Night of the Living Cat,” it brilliantly fuses hard-driving guitar riffs with playful touches that will bring a smile to your face.

It perfectly matches the anime’s unique “cat-filled survival” world.

It’s guaranteed fun, no explanations needed—an ideal song when you want to lift your mood or cut loose.

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Become the windAyano Tsuji

Become the Wind – Ayano Tsuji (Full)

Ayano Tsuji - Kaze ni Naru

This is the theme song from Studio Ghibli’s 2002 film The Cat Returns.

Some characters also appear in Whisper of the Heart, but this one features forays into the world of cats, making it an irresistible fantasy for cat lovers.

Musically, it’s very refreshing and remains consistently popular even today.

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Super Nuko WorldMafumafu

[IA feat. Kagamine Rin] Super Nuko World [Original Song]

Super Nuko World Mafumafu

This is a song by IA (and Kagamine Len) released in 2013.

With its cute sound and exhilarating, fast-paced feel, it’s a song just like a carefree cat.

The artist has released many such “nuko” (cat-themed) songs on Nico Nico.

They say, “I hope the world will become a place where nuko are loved even more.”

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The Feelings of a TailHiroko Taniyama

Hiroko Taniyama - The Feelings of a Tail

The Feelings of a Tail by Hiroko Taniyama

This is a song that was broadcast on Minna no Uta in 1988.

Written by Hiroko Taniyama, also known for songs like “Ohayō Crayon” and “Song of the Dark Forest,” it charmingly depicts the budding feelings of a girl cat in love, and the cat character that appears in the music video is brimming with cuteness as well.

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RokuberuHoneyWorks feat.IA

Rokubell / HoneyWorks feat. IA

Rokubell HoneyWorks feat. IA

This is a Vocaloid song released in 2012 by HoneyWorks, also known for pieces like “Good Morning on Friday” used in news programs.

Told from the perspective of a pet cat who hasn’t realized it’s a cat, the slightly sad lyrics and gentle music beautifully complement each other, making it a highly popular track.

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Envy CatwalkToma

[Hatsune Miku] Envy Catwalk [Project DIVA F 2nd]

Envy Catwalk Toma

This is a Hatsune Miku song released in 2011.

Among the Vocaloid producers active primarily on Nico Nico Douga, Tohma—known for his distinctive worldview—crafted a song that is both venomous and beautiful.

Once you fall into the depths of its lyrics, it’s a track you won’t escape from for a while.

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MemoryGrizabella

CATS – Memory (with lyrics)

Memory Grizabella

It is probably the most well-known song from the musical Cats, one of the most frequently performed musical works in the world.

Sung by an old cat reminiscing about their younger days, the song is performed by different actors in each production, as is typical for musicals, so you can discover unique qualities in every rendition.

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