[Latest/Trending] A roundup of popular Japanese songs among teens and people in their 20s
What music is trending at your schools, workplaces, or among your friends?
EDM, rock, hip-hop, R&B, anime songs—the world of music is so broad and deep that just listing the genres could go on forever.
Everyone probably has their own personal “number one.”
In this article, we’ve curated works by artists and titles popular among people in their teens and twenties.
See if your favorite song is included, or discover tracks you haven’t heard before—be sure to check it out from top to bottom!
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VANESSA (Prod. NARISK)RYKEYDADDYDIRTY
RYKEYDADDYDIRTY is a rapper born to a Japanese mother and Kenyan father who started rapping at 17.
Produced by NARISK, who works as a beatmaker and DJ, “VANESSA (Prod.
NARISK)” pairs an aggressive rap with a mellow beat to striking effect.
The lyrics, infused with a sense of outlaw atmosphere and burning passion, offer a vivid realism that lets listeners picture the scenes as they hear them.
It’s a soulful track whose relentless flow builds a distinctive world.
GlitteringREOL
Reol is a female artist who started out as an utaite singer.
She shot to fame with “The Sixth Sense” in 2020.
After that, she seemed to release more pop-leaning tracks, but the key point with 2023’s “Kirakira” is that it revives the beautiful yet fleeting tone found in her pre-“Sixth Sense” songs.
Specifically, it evokes that uniquely exotic atmosphere you can only feel in her music—akin to tracks like “YoiYoi Kokon” and “Utena”—and it’s absolutely irresistible!
Something-or-other Meteor ShowerSHO-SENSEI!!
SHO-SENSEI!! is known for a style that blends hip-hop and rock.
His standout summer track is “Nantoka Ryūseigun” (“Something Meteor Shower”).
The lyrics depict a heartbroken man watching a meteor shower while reminiscing about the past.
The contrast between the beautiful scenic descriptions and his wistful feelings is truly emo.
Another draw is the sound: the first half leans heavily into hip-hop, while the latter half leans more into rock.
It leaves you with the satisfying feeling of having listened to two songs in one.
RikaSIX LOUNGE
SIX LOUNGE is a three-piece rock band steadily gaining popularity in the Japanese rock scene.
“Rika” is a song that was included on their 2016 album Shinonome, released while they were still active in the indie scene.
The track was re-recorded and released in 2023, and its lyrics—interpretable as obsessive love—have been a hot topic on social media.
The song as a whole is crafted as a mid-tempo rock ballad with a pleasant feel, which only makes the madness in the lyrics stand out even more.
Dream Out Loud feat. ØZI (Prod. KM)SKY-HI
“Dream Out Loud” is a digital single released in May 2023 by SKY-HI, a rapper who is also active as a member of AAA.
It was written specifically as a commercial song for the charcoal coffee brand C COFFEE.
Featuring Taiwanese artist ØZI as a guest collaborator, the music video was also filmed in Taiwan.
At the Yoyogi National Gymnasium show on the arena tour held just before the release, ØZI made a surprise appearance and energized the stage.
Footage of the performance is available on YouTube, so be sure to check it out!
Reach the skySUPER★DRAGON
SUPER★DRAGON is a boys group formed by members of the actor collective EBiDAN.
Built on a light, pop-punk-style band sound, this track feels incredibly refreshing to listen to.
The melody line is easy to get into, and there’s even a cool rap section in the middle—there’s just so much to enjoy.
The lyrics, which sing of the determination to keep running toward dreams and the future, are sure to send encouragement to many listeners.
Honne and tatemaeSexy Zone
“Honne to Tatemae,” chosen as the theme song for the drama Usokon, was released by the idol group Sexy Zone in 2023, with lyrics and composition by Ringo Sheena.
It’s a song that portrays a mature love story, matching the drama’s narrative.
The jazz-based sound combined with their electronic-tinged vocals creates a one-of-a-kind world.
It’s a romantic dance number that captures emotions burdened by secrets that can’t be shared with anyone.
Be sure to listen along with the music video, where you can enjoy their many different expressions.