Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate in the heart, best heard beneath the night sky.
Since ancient times, people have gazed up at the night sky filled with stars, letting constellations stir countless thoughts and feelings.
From among the many classic songs perfect for a starry night, here are selections themed around stars or related to them.
Alongside romantic and love songs, there are also tracks that evoke bonds and connections in a broader sense.
Whether you’re looking for songs that suit the night, want to find tracks that mention constellations, or need star-themed tunes everyone can enjoy, these are for you.
Be sure to relax and listen while you gaze at the starry sky.
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Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate with the heart, best heard with the night sky (91–100)
The Edge of the StarsArisa Mizuki
This song sings about the happiness of spending time with someone special, evoking the warmth and feel of holding hands.
Precisely because they’re so important, the fear of losing them can arise—but no matter what happens, it’s a song that makes you want to stay by their side.
Protected by the constellations of midwinterRyoko Hirosue
It’s a timeless song that makes you feel warmly embraced, as if protected beneath the winter night sky.
Ryoko Hirosue’s clear, translucent voice gently wraps around the bittersweet feelings of thinking about someone dear.
Used in 1999 as the image song for the 79th National High School Rugby Tournament, this piece was included on the album “RH Singles&.
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Listen to it while gazing at the constellation-lit winter sky, and you may even forget the cold.
It’s perfect for special moments spent with someone important, or for quiet times alone lost in thought—please give it a listen.
Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Soul-stirring star songs to enjoy with the night sky (101–110)
AldebaranAI
Let me introduce “Aldebaran,” well-known as the theme song of the morning drama Come Come Everybody.
The pairing of Ai and songwriter Naotaro Moriyama was an unexpected one.
It’s a song where the emotive melody pairs beautifully with a voice that resonates in both the high and low ranges.
Another highlight is the grand development that builds powerfully toward the ending.
The gospel-style layered chorus is truly breathtaking.
As the lyrics suggest, why not look up at a star-filled sky while praying for the happiness of someone dear to you?
Star SandRumiko Koyanagi
Although it’s rare in this day and age, this song laments the sorrow of being torn from one’s true love by being married off to the fiancé chosen by one’s parents.
When I picture a woman who can only entrust her feelings for the one she loved to the sand by the sea, my heart feels as if it’s being torn apart.
Deneb and SpicaDIALOGUE＋
Recommended for anyone who wants to listen to a bright, high-energy constellation-themed song! It’s a track released in 2022 by the voice actor unit DIALOGUE＋.
This love song takes inspiration from Deneb in the constellation Cygnus, which forms part of the Summer Triangle, and Spica in Virgo.
Created by Tomoya Tabuchi of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it features an uplifting, fast-paced groove that’s a lot of fun.
Combined with classic idol vibes, it’s sure to boost your spirits.
The piano in the instrumental break sparkles just like a constellation.
It’s perfect not only for cheering on a budding romance, but also for kicking off something new in the summer!
PerseusHitomi Shimatani
When you’re looking for a constellation-themed song to lift your spirits, I recommend Perseus.
It’s a 2003 hit by Hitomi Shimatani, a Hiroshima-born singer known for her cover of Amairo no Kami no Otome.
For some people, the name Perseus immediately brings this song to mind, and it often gets mentioned on social media when the Perseids are visible.
Its exhilarating, oriental-infused melody is wonderfully pleasing, and the lyrics sing of limitless possibilities.
It matches a starry night sky perfectly and leaves you feeling positive.
Stardust SerenadeYuto Tatsumi
It’s a classic enka song that delicately portrays love and loneliness.
Yuto Tatsumi’s sweet, velvety voice resonates in the heart.
It was released in January 2024 as his seventh single.
In the same year, at the 65th Japan Record Awards, it received the Japan Composers’ Association Encouragement Prize.
The song passionately conveys the frustration of a lovestruck heart while gazing up at the starry sky.
You want to believe in happiness, yet you can’t shake the anxiety—that complex mix of feelings really comes through.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re alone under the stars or troubled by love.
You’re sure to be encouraged by Tatsumi’s vocals.