Trending Music [June 2023]

Atashisyudou

Atashi

Syudou’s 2023 track “Atashi” is a song that conveys the struggle of living true to yourself.

There are times when you think it’s enough to live unbound, without conforming to others—surrounding yourself with what you love and being free on your own.

But when someone enters that life, or when the notion of being “normal” creeps in, the things that make you who you are start to crumble bit by bit.

Even so, you can feel a kind of tenacity—an insistence on continuing to live authentically, even if it means struggling—coming through both the lyrics and the prickly melody.

It’s a recommended song for those moments when you’re fed up with the stifling environment around you.

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SAKI

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how many timestonun

how many times

This is an urban-tinged track crafted by singer-songwriter tonun.

Progressing at a mid-tempo, the song weaves breezy sonics with a solid beat to create a stylish atmosphere, perfectly complemented by tonun’s smoky vocals.

The lyrics convey a man in a couple expressing his desire to “stay with you forever,” delivering a warm, mutual-love message that makes the song especially endearing.

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Hane Keisuke

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We called it loveatarayo

We called it love.

Among recent J-POP acts featuring female artists, groups like ZUTOMAYO (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.) and Yorushika have popularized piano-forward tracks.

The three-piece band Atarayo’s “Bokura wa Ai to Yonda,” written and composed by the female vocalist-guitarist Hitomi, is no exception—its soft rock sound with prominent piano is wonderfully pleasant.

In particular, Hitomi’s vocals are gentle yet powerful, and the lyrics are beautiful, so I hope you’ll savor them together as a single, cohesive work.

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Yuuki

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One Nation Under The Dempa

With the catchphrase “Delivering moe-kyun songs to the world,” the eight-member idol group Dempagumi.inc launched a new lineup in 2023.

The title track of their second EP, “ONE NATION UNDER THE DEMPA,” released digitally on June 21, 2023, features a distinctly Dempagumi.inc sound—cute yet packed with catchy hooks that stick in your ear.

The lyrics include lines that can even feel like a warning to humanity, perhaps resonating all the more because of the brisk, lighthearted delivery.

It’s a bright, uplifting number whose charming vocals and melody raise your spirits.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Eurekanatori

Natori – Eureka

Singer-songwriter Natori, whose 2022 release Overdose generated a huge response and drew attention especially among younger listeners, has been in the spotlight.

Released on June 21, 2023, Eureka had already attracted buzz because a one-chorus demo had been posted on TikTok beforehand.

The lyrics portray the sorrow of hurting and losing someone important, which may resonate with many who connect it to their own experiences.

It’s a stylish rock tune whose tight rock ensemble creates a sense of weight and depth.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Mask / Mei-chan

Mei-chan, an artist who first posted a “tried singing” cover on Nico Nico Douga and gradually gained popularity, has covered many J-POP and Vocaloid songs.

His 2023 original track “Kamen” features a stylish, urban sound.

The composition is by nqrse, a popular rapper known for numerous collaborations with buzzworthy artists like Reol.

The lyrics were co-written by nqrse and rapper VACON, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere that only this star-studded lineup could achieve—be sure to give it a listen.

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Yuuki

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Mononoke-type / Mei-chan

The male singer Meichan, known for his striking orange image color, is captivating.

After debuting as a vocalist in 2017 with his first album “Meichan no Atama no Naka wa Daitai Konna Kanji desu,” he also made his debut as a Vocaloid producer in 2019 with “Victor,” showcasing his multifaceted talent.

His song “Mononoke no Tagui” is an original track that he sings himself, yet it carries a vibe reminiscent of a singer covering a Vocaloid song—a modern, unorthodox style that’s part of its appeal.

Be sure to check out the stylish music video, which also hit YouTube’s trending rankings!

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Yuuki

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