[Latest/Trending] A roundup of popular Japanese songs among teens and people in their 20s

HapidanM!LK

M!LK – Hapidan (Official Live Clip)

M!LK is a five-member vocal and dance unit formed by members of EBiDAN 39.

Their ninth digital-only single, “Hapidan,” was released to commemorate the group’s 9th anniversary.

Rather than dwelling on everyday stress, its message encourages focusing on what truly matters, filling the song with a positive vibe perfect for special days.

With a pop yet stylish ensemble and a catchy melody that lingers in your ears, it’s a pop tune that brightens your mood just by listening.

bathroom feat. Ren, Maeshima SoshiMAISONdes

[900] [feat. Ren, Maeshima Soshi] bathroom / MAISONdes

MAISONdes is a music project that releases works by changing singers and creators for each track.

Their song “bathroom feat.

Ren, maeshima soshi,” which drew attention through a collaboration with Kao’s “Babu: It’s not just the bath that overflows,” was produced by maeshima soshi, with singer-songwriter Ren on vocals.

The lyrics, which evoke someone lost in thought in the calm space of a bathroom, are likely to resonate with many listeners.

It’s a stylish pop tune with an exquisite urban atmosphere, featuring a memorable guitar sound.

Let me see your phone (feat. Hashi Melo & Maeshima Soshi)MAISONdes

[349] [feat. HashiMelo, Maeshima Soshi] Let Me See Your Phone / MAISONdes

MAISONdes is a music project with the concept of artists collaborating and showcasing songs in a certain apartment.

Each time, collaborations by the hottest artists attract attention, and especially among younger generations, many people probably have several favorite tracks among MAISONdes’ works.

In this song released in June 2023, Hashimero handled the lyrics, composition, and vocals, while maeshima soshi did the arrangement, resulting in a distinctly Reiwa-era sound.

The lyrics, which sing “Show me your phone,” feel heavy yet, thanks to the song’s cute vibe, it’s a fun, upbeat track you can really get into.

I’m a messMY FIRST STORY

MY FIRST STORY – I’m a mess (Audio)

Let me introduce “I’M A MESS,” a song that straightforwardly expresses love for someone special.

It’s a track released by the four-piece rock band MY FIRST STORY, which also drew attention for their performance on THE FIRST TAKE.

It’s a classic love song that sings of love over a fast-paced sound, so I think people of all ages will enjoy it.

It’s also said to reflect the period of self-restraint during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With that in mind, you may feel a different message from it.

DoodleMrs. GREEN APPLE

Doodle

Since kicking off Phase 2 in 2022, the three-piece rock band Mrs.

GREEN APPLE has released numerous buzzworthy hits.

“Doodle,” included on their fifth album ANTENNA, was chosen as the song for Kao’s ‘Merit’ commercial.

Its lyrics, which seem to affirm living life with all you’ve got, are filled with positive messages that ease worries in both work and private life.

With a brisk, summer-tinged ensemble that lifts your spirits, it’s a high-velocity rock tune brimming with a sense of speed.

COCONUTNiziU

NiziU(니쥬) 2nd Album「COCONUT」M/V

NiziU is a nine-member girl group selected through a Japan–Korea joint global audition project, drawing attention even before their debut.

Their second album’s title track, COCONUT, features tropical-evoking sounds and melodies that linger in your ears, just as the title suggests.

The lyrics, brimming with anticipation for the hot season, are likely to resonate with many people as summer approaches.

It’s a pop tune with a liberating arrangement that lifts your spirits, marked by a cute ensemble and tight beats.

Hook UpONE N’ ONLY

ONE N’ ONLY／ “Hook Up” Music Video

ONE N’ ONLY is a six-member dance and vocal unit born from the fusion of the EBiDAN THE STREET units Satori Shonen Dan and EBiSSH.

The title track of their second EP, “Hook Up,” released as a double A-side with “You are,” features a catchy track that evokes 1990s hip-hop.

Its message—forge ahead on the path you believe in without worrying about others’ eyes or voices—will likely give courage to those with dreams and goals.

It’s a cool anthem that amps you up from its hooky opening.