[Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.
As exemplified by Princess Kaguya, the moon has captivated countless people since ancient times as a symbol of mystery alongside the sun.
Not only full moons and crescents, but also rare events like lunar eclipses and supermoons are widely cherished.
Here, we introduce a variety of classic songs related to the moon.
From karaoke staples and moon-themed songs by popular artists to hidden gems that aren’t widely known, we’ve picked a range for anyone who wants to discover “all kinds of moon songs.” Be sure to check them out.
You’re sure to encounter beautiful, captivating pieces that will steal your heart.
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[Moon Songs Feature] Timeless songs about the moon: Tracks to enjoy under the full moon and moonlight (61–70)
crescent moonGadoro
A hip-hop ballad by GADORO that portrays his clumsy love life in strikingly real words.
While struggling through poverty, he expresses gratitude and love for the partner who supports him, along with an unshakable sense of weakness—lyrics that are sure to pierce deeply into listeners’ hearts.
Vivid details, like the crescent-shaped marks left by his nail-biting habit, seem to lay bare his inner turmoil.
The track appears on his acclaimed 2019 March release, SUIGARA.
On nights when you face a reality that won’t go your way, listening while thinking of someone dear will no doubt leave you moved by its bittersweet yet warm world.
Full Moon TrainBakufū Slump
Bakufu Slump is a rock band fronted by vocalist Sunplaza Nakano-kun.
Their album I.
B.
W.
– IT’S A BEAUTIFUL WORLD – includes the track Full Moon Train, which, as the title suggests, depicts a train running on the night of a full moon.
The song’s protagonist appears to be an office worker on the way home, gazing at the full moon while thinking of the family waiting for his return.
Perhaps it’s this portrayal of a uniquely modern yet beautiful scene that has earned the song so much affection.
Moonlight LegendDALI
If you’re asked, “What’s a famous song about the moon?”, women who spent their childhood in the ’90s might think of Sailor Moon.
Back then, the line “In the name of the Moon, I’ll punish you!” left a strong impression.
The show’s theme song, Moonlight Densetsu, remains a classic anime song that’s still sung today.
Moon BowlSakanaction
“Tsuki no Wan” (Moon Bowl) is a song included on Sakanaction’s 2022 album Adapt.
It was performed in an online live show before the album’s release and was used in a Toyota Yaris Cross commercial.
The track is inspired by the haiku poet Santoka Taneda, who composed haiku while traveling, and it has been described as a message song for people unable to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
With lyrics that contemplate the moon shining in the sky and Sakanaction’s characteristic synthesizer tones, it’s an oriental-tinged piece.
full moonAkiko Matsuzaka
This is Akiko Matsuzaka’s “Full Moon,” released in March 1994.
It’s a song that could be called one of her signature tracks.
The sound and lyrics are packed with distinctive elements of the ’90s, likely to evoke a sense of nostalgia for many listeners.
Although it’s a love song, it feels raw, and you can sense a strength reminiscent of the power of a full moon.
It’s a track that suits words like desire and emotional.
The Far Side of the MoonKazuyoshi Saito
Singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito’s “The Far Side of the Moon.” A ballad that begins quietly with piano and vocals, its gentle singing voice seeming to seep softly into the heart.
Then, in a complete turn, it grows gradually more dramatic toward the chorus, and with powerful strings, it suddenly plunges into another world—a mysterious song indeed.
It’s as if you’re flying to the far side of the moon.
MikazukiSayuri
Sayuri has an image of delicateness and ephemerality.
Her song Mikazuki was the ending theme for the anime Rampo Kitan: Game of Laplace and was released in 2015 as her major-label debut single.
It’s one of her most popular signature tracks.
In the song, the full moon is treated as a symbol of happiness—something perfect—while the crescent moon is seen as something unfulfilled.
It’s a number that deeply resonates and feels relatable for those who struggle with complexes or worries.