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Songs of the constellations: classic and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky

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Betelgeuse, Sirius, Orion, and more.

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The night sky is adorned with a variety of constellations—there are said to be as many as 88.

Is there a song you feel like listening to when you suddenly look up at the night sky? In this article, we introduce recommended songs about constellations from among many classics.

Many of them are perfect for stargazing, so feel free to use this when looking for camp background music or songs related to constellations! Enjoy them as you gaze at the constellations floating in the star-filled night sky.

They’re sure to accompany the memories you make with someone special.

Constellation songs: Masterpieces and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky (21–30)

Midwinter ConstellationsYuna Ito

Yuna Ito – Mafuyu no Seiza.wmv

Midwinter Constellations Yuna Ito

It’s a bittersweet yet beautiful love song that makes you want to listen while gazing up at the midwinter night sky.

Yuna Ito’s clear, crystalline vocals shine like the constellations of winter.

Released in November 2008, the song entrusts feelings for a faraway lover to the stars, expressing them through constellations.

The piano arpeggios sketch a serene night sky, and Ito’s voice sinks deep into the heart.

This heartwarming ballad layers memories of a loved one and wishes for a reunion onto the starry heavens.

It’s perfect as background music for a chilly-season drive or a romantic date.

Listen while watching the constellations, and you’ll be moved even more deeply.

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The 89th constellationSing Like Talking

SING LIKE TALKING “The 89th Constellation” from the live DVD “Amusement Pocket 25/50”

The 89th constellation Sing Like Talking

This is a song released in 2013 as the 35th single by SING LIKE TALKING.

It’s a medium-tempo pop song about the 89th constellation—one beyond the 88 constellations defined by the International Astronomical Union.

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Songs of the Constellations: Masterpieces and Popular Tracks to Enjoy While Gazing at the Night Sky (31–40)

StargazerSpitz

Spitz / Stargazer

Stargazer Spitz

A gem of a love song by Spitz that sings of the feelings of someone gazing up at the stars.

Released in January 2004, it drew attention as the theme song for Fuji TV’s variety show “Ainori.” The lyrics delicately portray the anxiety, anticipation, and hope of a single night spent waiting for a confession’s reply, and the clear, gentle melody resonates with the heart.

The song was used again as the commercial theme for Subaru’s SUV “Forester” starting in January 2017, bringing it back into the spotlight.

With a comfortable tempo around 120 BPM, it’s perfect for walking.

Listen to it while strolling under a starry sky, and you’ll be immersed even more deeply in the world of its lyrics.

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Winter ConstellationYuiko Tsubokura

Yuiko Tsubokura - Winter Constellations ~cover

Constellations of Winter by Yuiko Tsubokura

Released in January 1994 as Yuko Tsubokura’s fifth single, this song is included on her fourth album, Devious.

It’s a slow-tempo ballad sung to a solo piano accompaniment, portraying the emotional wavering of a woman who has just been proposed to.

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Yozora's Meteor ShowerShinsei Kamattechan

Shinsei Kamattechan “Yozora no Ryūseigun” Music Video

Yozora no Ryūseigun Shinsei Kamattechan

A perfect song to listen to while gazing at the ever-expanding night sky.

Released in June 2024, this track by Shinsei Kamattechan captivates with a unique worldview that fuses indie pop and alternative rock.

Built on a four-on-the-floor beat, it strikes a superb balance between a slightly shadowy mood and a melody that hints at rays of hope.

The lyrics evoke a dreamy night sky and meteor showers, exploring both personal introspection and social perspectives, and they sink deeply into the listener’s heart.

It’s sure to be a companion for stargazing camp nights or a cherished song to share with someone special.

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Water signsMidori Karashima

Midori Karashima “Constellations of Water” short ver. (“In Your Eyes” 1995)

Mizuno Star Sign Midori Karashima

A constellation song by Midori Karashima that portrays a heartrending, soul-stirring love.

Her sweet, gentle voice weaves a moving sense of yearning for feelings that cannot reach their destination.

Released in January 1995, this work came after her move to Toshiba EMI.

It was also included on the album “In Your Eyes,” capturing the hearts of many listeners.

Vivid imagery—rain, a crescent moon, a train platform—adds to its charm.

Like a water sign, it expresses a wavering, flickering heart in love.

Perfect not only for those troubled by love, but also for nights when you want to gaze up at the starry sky and lose yourself in thought.

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Winter Constellationkabu330

[Hatsune Miku] Winter Constellations [Original Song]

Winter constellation kabu330

A Hatsune Miku song posted on Niconico in December 2011.

It’s an uptempo pop track that sings of the sadness and memories of a winter night sky—once gazed at together with an ex-girlfriend—changing its shape as spring arrives.

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