the first strong spring windCandies1rank/position

Spring Storm - Candies

With its nostalgic melody, this song that heralds the arrival of spring likely remains in the hearts of many older listeners as a signature work by Candies.

Released in March 1976, it is characterized by a fresh, bright atmosphere reminiscent of a spring breeze.

Its lively rhythm and spirited vocals convey the feeling of a new season beginning.

The song expresses the excitement of new encounters and hopes that come with spring, warmly enveloping those who listen.

It’s perfect for humming along together at a day service, too.

Enjoy a pleasant moment as you bask in the spring sunshine and reminisce about fond memories.

Smiling BackCandies2rank/position

Smile Back: Candies Memories

This is a song with a nostalgic, dramatic atmosphere that warmly wraps around your heart.

Released in February 1978, the final single by Candies sparked a huge response, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

With its bright, upbeat melody and lyrics that resonate deeply, the song is perfect for humming along to and for sharing fond memories.

We hope it helps everyone spend a delightful time together, accompanied by feelings of nostalgia.

younger boyCandies3rank/position

Candies 'Younger Boy'

Candies’ hit song “Toshishita no Otoko no Ko” (“A Younger Boy”).

Its bright, quintessential Showa-era idol melody is really striking, isn’t it? For women in their 60s, it’s likely a real crowd-pleaser.

That said, the section just before the chorus in the B-melody can be a bit tricky—the pitch jumps up all at once, so if you find that part hard to sing, try adjusting the key up or down with a focus on that section.

Overall, it’s a mid-tempo piece that’s easy to sing, so add it to your repertoire and use it to liven up your next karaoke session.

I hope you are keeping well in the summer heat.Candies4rank/position

Summer greetings / CANDIES

This is a fresh and friendly song themed around the classic summer greeting “shochu mimai.” It gently portrays seaside scenes, sunlight, and the bittersweet feelings of a girl in love, vividly evoking the landscapes of summer in Japan.

Released by Candies in June 1977 as a single, it is also known as a commercial song for Suntory Oolong Tea.

With its lively rhythm, bright melody, and clear, transparent harmonies, the piece is easy and fun to hum along to.

It’s perfect as a seasonal greeting or a conversation starter for reminiscing, and it offers a heartwarming time—singing together with older listeners and looking back fondly on the past.

A Smile in ReturnCandies5rank/position

Smiling Back / CANDIES

This song can be described as the culmination of their musical career.

It opens with a scene where a breeze announcing the arrival of spring sweeps through, then shifts to the sights of moving day.

The lyrics are sprinkled with titles of their past hit songs, where farewells and new beginnings coexist.

Released in February 1978, it became Candies’ first number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and went on to sell over one million copies.

It’s a song that brings back fond memories while giving you the courage to take a new step.

If you need a boost, be sure to give it a listen.

Summer has come!Candies6rank/position

Candies “Summer Has Come!”

It’s a dazzling summer tune whose three-part harmonies blow away the sweltering heat.

Released in May 1976 as Candies’ 10th single, it followed their massive hit “Haru Ichiban.” The sparkling vocals of Ran, Miki, and Sue capture the protagonist’s excitement at the arrival of summer and the flutter of a budding romance.

This classic also boasts a shining achievement: it won the Golden Star Award at the 5th Tokyo Music Festival.

Why not listen to this song, brimming with the sparkle of youth, and lose yourself in memories of summers past?