Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025]

Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON

Midnight Reflection

This pop tune paints a vast, cosmos-themed world of outer space and starry skies.

Created by NOMELON NOLEMON, the track was released in January 2025.

It drew attention as an insert song for Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-.

Its catchy melody line and sophisticated arrangement are a perfect match.

The lyrics, which sing of powerful feelings for someone far away, are compelling and hit home.

Listening while gazing up at the night sky may immerse you even deeper in its world.

Be sure to take your time and savor it!

KAWASAKI with pH-1ONE OR EIGHT

ONE OR EIGHT / KAWASAKI with pH-1 (Visualizer)

A collaboration track by ONE OR EIGHT and pH-1, released for streaming in January 2025.

Set over a fast-paced beat, the lyrics portray a thirst for freedom and a push against personal limits.

It’s a hip-hop number with multifaceted appeal—both high-energy and cool.

Add this energetic track, which fuses roaring motorcycle sounds with trap beats, to your playlist.

Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN)Omoinotake

Omoinotake | Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN) -Japanese ver.-【Studio Recording Video】

This song’s warm vocals really touch the heart.

Woven around the theme of long-distance love by Omoinotake, it was released in January 2025.

It’s a love number featuring SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN.

Chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Koisuru ♥ Shūmatsu Homestay 2025 Winter,” the track drew plenty of attention.

Its message—that even when you’re apart, your hearts remain connected—is expressed through a soothing melody and rhythm.

If you’re living away from someone special, you’ll surely relate.

What’s HappeninPSYCHIC FEVER

PSYCHIC FEVER – What’s Happenin’ (Official Music Video)

PSYCHIC FEVER’s “What’s Happenin” was released in January 2025.

Produced by JP THE WAVY, it’s a breezy love song that incorporates the grooves of Miami bass and Atlanta bass.

The lyrics, which capture the growing feelings and straightforward love that deepen during days apart from a loved one, are deeply moving.

Give it a listen while thinking of someone you adore.

gumROF-MAO

Gum

I’m totally hooked on the gritty rock sound.

It’s a track by ROF-MAO, released in January 2025.

It portrays the feelings of living in a contradiction-filled modern society and conveys the importance of staying positive.

And once you hear it, the chorus sticks in your head! This work lets you fully savor ROF-MAO’s energy.

Don’t think too hard—just give yourself over to the music!

The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER

The True Nature of Tears

A rock number that deeply portrays the inner conflicts hidden within the human heart, sure to move you.

Created by SUPER BEAVER, this work will be released in January 2025.

It was written as the theme song for NHK General’s late-night drama “Vanilla na Mainichi.” It features a powerful rock sound and down-to-earth lyrics.

Exploring the meaning of tears and the depth of emotion, it resonates with listeners.

When you want to face yourself, this song may stay close to your heart.

Please give it a careful listen!

That’s how it always is.TENSONG

TENSONG 'It's Always Like That, Isn't It?' [Official Music Video]

TENSONG’s track “Itsudatte Sonna Mondaro” was released in February 2025.

Its lyrics, which depict everyday struggles and the ups and downs of life, really hit home.

It’s resonating especially with young people, and there are many posts on social media saying things like “the lyrics hit hard” and “it gives me energy.” If you’re feeling down, this song might help.

Be sure to give it a careful listen!