Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025]
In May 2025, a fresh breeze is sweeping through the music scene.
From electro-pop born out of hololive to heartwarming city pop and message-driven songs that resonate with the soul, an astonishing variety of tracks has emerged.
From addictive numbers that poppily sing about glitches in love to warm songs reflecting on youth, each piece radiates its own unique charm.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the works of these richly individual artists.
You’re sure to find a song that strikes a chord in your heart!
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Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025] (131–140)
That rumored kidpurple now
‘That Rumored Girl’ is a song by Shiin Ima that brilliantly captures the delicate sway of budding feelings.
It was released in April 2025.
The sound arrangement weaves in elements of funk and rock, perfectly paired with a husky vocal tone.
The lyrics portray a descent into love, so thrilling that just reading them sets your heart racing.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to reconnect with the sweet, bittersweet emotions of their youth.
The world's number one idolCho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
It’s an up-tempo track themed around self-affirmation! Released in April 2025, it features striking vocal work that showcases each member’s unique character.
The upbeat, pop sound carries a positive message that “everyone can shine.” It’s cute from start to finish, and listening to it will naturally put a smile on your face.
Perfect for a morning energy boost, and highly recommended when you want to blow away the blues!
DestinyAee! group
This song, which poignantly chronicles an awkward, tender love, has been chosen as the theme for the TV Asahi drama Musashino Rondo starring Yoshiki Masakado.
Though it’s a mid-tempo ballad, its emotional melody resonates deeply.
収録曲「Chameleon」をリリースするAぇ! groupのサードシングルでは、メンバーのボーカルが、気持ちをうまく伝えられないもどかしさや、深い愛情を生き生きと表現している。
In the music video, their raw emotions as they stand in the rain leave a strong impression.
The single, scheduled for release on June 18, 2025, is also set to include newly recorded versions of popular songs from their junior days.
It’s a song that will surely stay by your side when you want to feel the bittersweetness of love or when you’re troubled by feelings that just won’t reach the one you care about.
My oshi ♡ I love them ♡ It hurts (in a good way)CANDY TUNE
CANDY TUNE, an idol group that wins you over with calculated charm and addictive vibes, delivers a pop track written and composed by Hyadain and arranged by Tota Fujiwara.
The song’s highly relatable theme captures the emotional ups and downs of “oshi-katsu” and the feeling of “loving them so much it hurts,” with rapidly shifting sections and a catchy sound as its appeal.
Released in April 2025 as their second single, the music video features the members both as otaku and as idols.
The depiction of classic “oshi-katsu” moments has racked up strong views on YouTube.
Marking their 2nd anniversary, the hall tour “CANDY CANDY PARTY” was also held in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka.
This work is a cheer song meant for everyone giving their all in oshi-katsu.
long-cherished desireGLAY feat. Kazumasa Oda
A song that brings together two great forces who have led Japan’s music scene for many years in a miraculous collaboration.
Marking GLAY’s 30th anniversary, their partnership with Kazumasa Oda—an artist known for his transparent, emotive vocals and countless classics—is the very embodiment of a dream come true.
The result is a grand ballad where GLAY’s rock sound and Oda’s warm voice blend exquisitely.
The track is included on the best-of album “DRIVE 2010–2026 – GLAY complete BEST,” released on April 23, 2025.
The album is composed of songs chosen by fan voting, garnering a total of 65,260 votes.
This work carries a timeless appeal that resonates across generations, and it’s a must-listen for anyone pursuing their dreams or seeking to feel the bonds with those they hold dear.
Act (feat. Daoko)Giga & TeddyLoid
Giga and TeddyLoid, who freely move between electronic and pop, have finally released a track featuring Daoko.
Its sharp electronic tones and airy vocals weave a sonic world where the trio’s distinct styles fuse into a one-of-a-kind work.
Released on April 28, 2025, the song also comes with a music video featuring illustrations by Memenchi and video production by Okiku, visually deepening the piece’s worldview.
Effortlessly leaping over genre boundaries, this track is perfect for those seeking small adventures in everyday life or an unprecedented musical experience.
Daoko’s singular voice is sure to linger in your mind.
Good work! feat. SandwichmanKis-my-ft2
This is a lively song packed with energy to blow away the fatigue you feel at work or in everyday life.
It’s a collaboration between Kis-My-Ft2 and the comedy duo Sandwichman, featuring a catchy pop melody and lyrics brimming with humor that are sure to make you smile.
It expresses the power of the phrase “otsukaresama desu,” helping you overcome everyday little slip-ups with a grin.
Released early for streaming in April 2025, it’s included on the album “MAGFACT,” scheduled for release on May 21.
The music video is set in a Chinese restaurant, where the members of Kis-My-Ft2 in suits and Sandwichman deliver a fun, comical performance.
It’s the kind of song that will surely lift your spirits on your way home from work or when you’re feeling down after a mistake.