Trending Music [November 2023]
Many of you are probably curious about the latest trends in the music scene.
As of November 2023, a wide variety of music—from songs popular on social media and streaming platforms to tracks you hear on TV and in commercials—adds color to our lives.
From new releases by staple artists to unexpected hits that have suddenly surged in popularity, we’ll showcase the full appeal of the music that’s drawing attention.
You’re sure to find songs you’ll want to add to your playlist!
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Trending Music [November 2023] (11–20)
Cult.natori
Singer-songwriter Natori, who was selected for Spotify’s “RADAR: Early Noise 2023” and is drawing attention especially among younger listeners.
The track “Cult.”, pre-released from his debut album “Gekijō” (Theatre), also made waves with its music video depicting Natori’s own boyhood.
From Suchmos’ TAIKING’s guitar work to the funky ensemble, just listening to it is enough to lift your spirits.
It’s a pop tune with a comfortable, modern, urban feel—one you’ll want to keep on repeat.
Sleepwalknatori
Natori, a new-generation singer-songwriter who drew attention with the track “Overdose” released on social media in 2022.
His eighth digital-only single, “Sleepwalk,” is a dance tune created with a horror game as its theme.
The lyrics, which sing about the gap between the world of images and reality and the impossibility of escaping no matter how far you run, depict a wall that everyone runs into at least once.
With a four-on-the-floor dance beat and electro sounds that feel great, it’s an addictive number.
SheepMiura Daichi
Singer-songwriter Daichi Miura, who made his debut as a member of Folder and is often dubbed the “Japanese Michael Jackson,” captivates fans with his overwhelmingly powerful dance performances.
“Sheep,” a track released in advance from his 7th album OVER, makes a striking impression with an opening marked by an impactful ensemble and a hook-filled melody.
Its lyrics and sound, which seem to gently lull you to sleep, convey a message that feels like it resets the stresses of everyday life.
It’s a song you’ll want to play at both the end and the beginning of your day—its high, lingering vocals are intense yet soothing.
Thinking of youMatsushita Kohei
Kouhei Matsushita is a singer-songwriter with numerous acting awards who also made his re-debut in music in 2021.
The song “Kimi wo Omou,” included on the album R&ME released on December 13, 2023, grabs you from the very start with its opening of piano and string ensemble.
The lyrics, depicting a relationship that’s more than friends but not quite lovers, tighten your chest with the frustration of being unable to take a step forward or back.
It’s a sentimental ballad that those with similar experiences will surely relate to.
aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu
Masaharu Fukuyama is a singer-songwriter who also exudes a top-tier presence as an actor, gaining popularity through the gap between his cool looks and cute personality.
His 9th digital single, “Sobo,” is a ballad written as the theme song for the film “My Happy Marriage at the Hill Where the Flowers Bloomed” (Ano Hana ga Saku Oka de, Kimi to Mata Deaetara).
The lyrics evoke scenes of two people drawn to each other yet torn apart by cruel circumstances, conjuring an image of an era when people staked their very lives on love—leaving the heart aching.
It’s a moving song that portrays the preciousness and fragility of life and feelings.
GO!!!Hitsuji Bungaku
Hitsujibungaku is a three-piece alternative rock band gaining attention for the beauty of their music—imbued with a unique sense of weightlessness—and their lyrical world.
“GO!!!,” a track from their fourth album, 12 hugs (like butterflies), stands out with an ensemble that features a sprightly guitar riff.
Its lyrics convey a determination to forge ahead on the path one believes in, even against a headwind—strength that many listeners may find empowering.
With its relaxed beat and simple ensemble, it’s a comfortable, emotional anthem of encouragement.
Trending Music [November 2023] (21–30)
I only know the last note.＝LOVE
=LOVE is a 10-member idol group formed through the “Yoyogi Animation Academy Presents Rino Sashihara–Produced Voice Actor Idol Auditions.” Their 15th single, Last Note Shika Shiranai, also drew attention for featuring the youngest member, Kiara Saito, as center.
The lyrics, themed around the “last note,” which shapes the lingering impression of a person wearing perfume, capture the ache of a bittersweet love with exquisite nuance—they make your heart tighten, don’t they? It’s a lyrical number whose sentimental melody and ensemble linger in the ears.
In conclusion
The music scene in November 2023 is expanding more than expected.
A single encounter with one song might open the door to new music.
Precisely because it’s an era where we can easily enjoy music through streaming, we want to cherish the moment we find that one special track that resonates with our hearts.
A wonderful encounter with music will surely add color to your everyday life.