[Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.
The unique atmosphere of nighttime—something you don’t get in the morning or afternoon—somehow evokes a touch of wistfulness and loneliness, doesn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce classic and popular songs themed around “night,” perfect for those hours.
We’ve gathered tracks ideal for quiet nights, such as “songs you want to listen to alone at night” and “songs that evoke beautiful nighttime scenery.”
If you’re looking for music that matches night views for an evening walk, drive, or run, be sure to check these out.
From ballads that suit a relaxed night to dance tunes that make you want to move, we’ve got you covered—there’s sure to be a track you’ll want to play.
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[Songs of the Night] Masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP to listen to at nighttime (41–50)
TonightSCANDAL
I also recommend “Tonight,” released in 2019 by the girls’ band SCANDAL, as a song that colors the night.
Written and composed by guitarist MAMI, it’s a danceable track that introduces fresh electronic elements and showcases SCANDAL’s further-evolved sound.
The lyrics vividly capture sleepless nights when your heart wavers between ideals and reality, leaving your chest unsettled.
It’s a song I want you to listen to on nights like those.
[Night Songs] Masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP to listen to at nighttime (51–60)
Stars and music at nightHermann H.&The Pacemakers
This is the song “Yoru ni wa Hoshi to Ongaku to” by the band Hermann H.
& The Pacemakers, who reunited in 2012.
It’s included on their 2001 album “SIX PACKS.” Vocalist Yohei Okamoto’s simple, slightly husky voice is wrapped in roaring guitars.
It’s a track that evokes a certain nostalgia—one that gently stays by your side on lonely nights when you long for someone.
Knight RiderGing Nang Boyz
A track released in 2007 by Ging Nang Boyz, the band fronted by Kazunobu Mineta, who is now also active as an actor.
It’s a hidden gem that opens with an A-melody showcasing the essence of his singing—once labeled “so-bad-it’s-good”—paired with earnest, romantic lyrics that slip straight into your heart.
The contrast between that voice and the impossibly beautiful melody is striking, making it a song you’ll want to listen to while imagining the girl you like, as if you’ve become a night rider within the track itself.
A regrettable nighttayori
This song delicately portrays feelings that deepen in the quiet of the night.
Released by tayori in June 2024, it’s a memorable ballad featuring romantic lyrics and a gentle piano melody.
The song carefully expresses nuanced emotions—such as unrequited love and lingering attachments to the past—swaying between ideals and reality, and it’s sure to resonate with listeners.
The music video on YouTube also beautifully captures the song’s world with its dreamlike visual aesthetic.
It’s perfect for those seeking a track to listen to alone at night or as calm BGM for a late-night drive.
True to tayori’s style of delivering music that stays close to the heart, this is a warm, comforting piece.
My beloved, good night…B’z
B’z’s “Itoshii Hito yo Good Night.
.
.” holds a hidden popularity among fans as their first single with a ballad as the title track.
There’s also a behind-the-scenes story: it wasn’t originally planned to be released as a single, but after people involved with a TV drama liked it and chose it as the theme song, it was released.
Being a ballad, it’s perfect for relaxing to at night.
Don't Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERS
A lovely band that embraces the concept of “good music to go with your drinks,” YONA YONA WEEKENDERS released this new work in April 2023.
It’s included on their fifth EP, “into the wind,” out in June, and features Ikuko Harada from clammbon as a guest vocalist.
The lyrics, which depict time spent together, and the sweet atmosphere create a soothing comfort.
It seems perfect as a bedtime song, too.
It’s got that quintessential Yona Yona gentle groove that leaves you dreamy.
Alongside the reassuring band ensemble, a calm, peaceful time flows.
Beautiful night skyJUN SKY WALKER(S)
The debut single by the punk rock band JUN SKY WALKER(S), who celebrated their 30th anniversary in 2018, is “Suteki na Yozora.” Released in 1988, it’s also included on their second album from the same year, “Hitotsu Dakishimete.” While rooted in punk rock, they created a new kind of punk that sings romantic love songs rather than making political statements or social satire.
The lyrics, which portray two people spending time under the night sky, are enough to make your heart skip a beat when you listen.