[Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.

MoonELLEGARDEN

[All By Myself] Moon – ELLEGARDEN – Full Band Cover [One-Person Band] ELLEGARDEN #15

A song with a poignant atmosphere that makes you want to look up at the night sky.

Released by ELLEGARDEN in April 2002, this piece portrays the feeling of facing oneself in silence.

Takeshi Hosomi’s distinctive vocals and the pleasant melody are striking.

It’s as if it expresses time spent quietly under the moonlight, away from the noise of everyday life.

Included on the album “BRING YOUR BOARD!!,” it’s a track that encapsulates the band’s appeal.

It’s perfect for nighttime walks or spending time alone.

If you’re looking to calm your mind, this song is just right—give it a listen.

Moon Song[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Moon Song (MV)

A track you’ll want to listen to with the moon shining in the night sky behind you is included on [Alexandros]’s “EXIST!”.

It’s a recommended song for those who want to heal their hearts after a bittersweet parting.

Yohei Kawakami’s gentle vocals highlight lyrics that portray deep sorrow for lost love.

The fresh tones and pleasant melody will resonate with listeners’ emotions.

Since its release in November 2016, it has become a memorable classic for many.

In the music video, a cityscape projected by a projector and the light reflecting on the floor create a unique atmosphere.

Give it a listen when you want to calmly reflect on yourself.

Crescent Moon RhapsodyRYTHEM

[MV] RYTHEM Mikazuki Rhapsody

This is a RYTHEM song that portrays embracing one’s imperfect self and stepping forward with hope for the future.

Its bittersweet melody is layered with brilliant brass and the duo’s clear harmonies, resulting in a powerful anthem that feels like a push on the listener’s back.

Released in August 2005, it was widely loved as the ending theme for the TV program “Sekai Ururun Taizaki.” It is also included on the acclaimed album “Mugen (Yumegatari) Factory.” At live shows, a mass sing-along with fans is the norm, and many say it makes them feel a strong bond with their companions, resonating deeply in their hearts.

Just as a waning moon will eventually become full, even if you’re incomplete now, you can surely shine.

This classic that makes you believe so will be the best ally for anyone chasing their dreams.

Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc

[Sung by a woman] Gekkouka by Janne Da Arc [Black Jack] Anime Theme Song/OP (with full lyrics) - cover (Gekkouka/Janne Da Arc/BLACK JACK) I tried singing

Released in 2005, “Gekkouka” is Janne Da Arc’s 23rd single.

It also drew attention as the opening theme song for the anime Black Jack.

Both the lyrics and the sound are steeped in Janne Da Arc’s distinctive worldview, making it a song cherished and passed down among fans.

This work conveys the melancholic solitude of a moonlit night, expressing the feelings of longing for someone in a direct and heartfelt way.

MOONKyosuke Himuro

KYOSUKE HIMURO 『MOON』（TOUR 1993 “L’ EGOISTE”）

Kyosuke Himuro is strongly associated with a rock image, but this song is a quiet, beautiful ballad featuring only piano and vocals.

He also performed it as a guest at “ap bank fes,” organized by Takeshi Kobayashi and Kazutoshi Sakurai.

It’s a melancholic song that evokes the image of the moon.

Crescent ○○Ayaka Hirahara

Mikazuki Marumaru

This is a song written and composed by Ryota Fujimaki that brims with the warm charm of Ayaka Hirahara.

Its glittering, sun-dappled spring sound is layered with her expansive, embracing vocals, gently enfolding the listener’s heart.

You can almost see the scene of looking up at a crescent moon swaying in the sky after the rain, reminiscing about cherished days with someone dear.

Junichi Soga’s acoustic arrangement and the innocent chorus of children further highlight the sense of hope for the future and comfort.

This piece is included on the album “Love 2,” released in April 2017.

It’s a song that will surely warm your heart when you listen to it during peaceful moments with someone special or when taking a new step forward.

The Fourteenth MoonYumi Arai (Yumi Matsutoya)

Yumi Arai – The 14th Moon (from “Love in Japan, and Yumin.”)

It’s a track included on Yumi’s fourth album.

When we think of the moon, a full moon usually comes to mind first, but these unusual lyrics are inspired by the 14th-day moon—the day before the full moon.

It has a rock feel and is a staple at live shows.

The rock band Spitz has also covered it.