Trending Music [January 2025]

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

With the dawn of the new year, the music scene is already heating up.

January 2025’s music charts are filling with tracks that capture hearts through soothing melodies and striking lyrics.

From songs going viral on social media to standout tracks tied to TV dramas and films, we’re highlighting the music that’s gaining serious momentum right now.

You just might find a new favorite for your daily playlist.

Trending Music [January 2025] (41–50)

PlazmaYonezu Kenshi

Plazma

PlazmaYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu’s music, woven from powerful beats and emotional melodies, draws listeners in with lyrics centered on challenge and hope.

Released in January 2025 as the theme song for the feature film Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, the track blends seamlessly with the Gundam universe.

Its lyrics impressively convey bonds and solidarity amid battle while evoking an energy that expands one’s inner strength and potential.

Paired with its grand sound, this is a recommended song for anyone seeking hope for the future or the courage to face adversity.

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Trending Music [January 2025] (51–60)

From heregunjō no sekai

Ultramarine World - From Here (Music Video)

From heregunjō no sekai

This song by Gunjou no Sekai will be released in February 2025.

It features an emotional melody and a driving piano sound, filled with determination and hope for a fresh start.

The lyrics by Katsuhiko Sugiyama weave in past wounds, regrets, and thoughts about the future, and are sure to resonate with listeners.

The members have said, “We want people who are troubled by something, or who need the courage to move forward, to listen to it.” It’s a recommended track for those in the midst of their youth or anyone ready to take a new step.

Be sure to lend an ear to their vocals, overflowing with heartfelt emotion.

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More than lovers, less than love (TV Size)＝LOVE

TV anime “I’m Getting Married to the Girl I Hate in My Class” Non-Credit Opening Video | Airing every Friday from 11:30 PM starting January 3, 2025!

More than lovers, less than love (TV Size)＝LOVE

A song by =LOVE produced by Rino Sashihara.

Also selected as the opening theme for a TV anime, this track is included on their 18th single, releasing in February 2025.

The song, which expresses complex feelings of love, features a pop, catchy melody.

With lyrics that link to the anime’s world, it portrays the subtle relationships between the protagonists.

Members Kiara Saito, Hitomi Takamatsu, and Iori Noguchi are also set to appear as voice actors in the anime.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who’s feeling the frustrations of romance!

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In conclusion

The music scene in January 2025 is becoming increasingly diverse, with new forms of expression and sounds continually emerging.

Perhaps the beauty of music lies in how it keeps evolving with the times while staying close to the listener’s heart.

I hope the songs introduced in this article will add a touch of color to your everyday life.