A roundup introduction to the debut songs of female idols who debuted in the 2000s!
Female idols who debuted in the 2000s and dazzled the scene with their brilliant success.
Their debut songs—now almost legendary—are packed with the fresh charm that vividly colored the music scene of the time.
In this article, we’ve gathered the first singles from idols who made their debut in the 2000s.
Some groups are still active today as idols or artists, while others are now widely admired as actresses.
Whether you witnessed their debuts in real time or discovered them later, enjoy these gems where nostalgia and freshness coexist.
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A roundup of debut songs by female idols who debuted in the 2000s! (31–40)
REAL YOUYamada Yū
Known as Shun Oguri’s wife and active as an actress, Yu Yamada actually debuted as an idol and a singer as well.
Here is her debut track.
It was featured in the film Akihabara@DEEP, in which Yu Yamada herself also appeared, with lyrics written by the original author Ira Ishida.
It’s a dance tune with a house beat.
BreakthroughHirano Aya
Aya Hirano, hugely popular as the voice actress for Haruhi Suzumiya in the anime The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, releases her debut single.
Its upbeat, lively ska sound is energizing.
The track was also used as the opening theme for the PS2 game Finalist.
Hang in there, young lady (lol)aidoringu!!!
Idoling!!!’s debut song is based on the group’s concept of “idols growing in real time.” The lyrics are excellent and truly symbolize Idoling!!!, and it also serves as an anthem cheering on all girls.
Red Beat of My LifeEriko with Crunch
Eriko Imai, who was active as a member of SPEED, released her debut single under the name Eriko with Crunch.
Among the four members of SPEED, hers was the latest solo debut.
The song was used in a commercial for House Foods’ “Fruiche,” in which she also appeared.
If you’re someone whose worries never end, let this song encourage you.
Sakura peek℃-ute
This is °C-ute’s major-label debut single, after they had been active as an indie group.
It’s a milestone song: the first debut single by a female idol group to enter the Top 5 on the charts.
They’re cute, great singers, and fantastic dancers—you can’t take your eyes off them.
A roundup of debut songs by female idols who debuted in the 2000s! (41–50)
The Curry Rice WomanSonin
Sonim from EE JUMP’s solo debut song.
In the PV, you can see Sonim in an apron, which had all the guys super excited.
The guitar solo is really cool, too.
It was also used as the ending theme for HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP.
Me at 22Abe Natsumi
This is the solo debut single of Natsumi Abe, one of the most popular members of Morning Musume.
Abe herself wrote the lyrics, capturing the genuine feelings of a 22-year-old.
It was also used as the theme song for the film “17-sai: Tabidachi no Futari” (Seventeen: The Two Who Set Out).
Her voice is incredibly soothing.