Trending Music [March 2025]

HEARTKing&Prince

King & Prince 「HEART」MV

A classic love song that goes straight to the heart is being delivered by King & Prince.

Featuring a positive message for listeners of all ages and an irresistibly catchy melody, this track serves as the theme song for the Kansai TV/Fuji TV drama “Falling for the Heir Is Way Too Hard,” starring Ren Nagase.

Scheduled for release in March 2025, the single will be available in four editions, each with different coupling tracks and DVD bonuses.

The choreography by globally renowned dancer MONA further enhances the song’s appeal.

This uplifting track is perfect for moments when you want to feel the thrill of romance or express your feelings to someone special.

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M!LK – Ii jan (Official Music Video) [76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen performance song]

It’s a coming-of-age song packed with a positive message about valuing your true self.

Blending M!LK’s powerful vocals with dynamic dance performance, this track is crafted to lift your spirits and fill you with energy.

Announced as the lead song from the album “M!Ⅹ,” set for release in March 2025, it serves as a culmination celebrating the group’s 10th anniversary.

It’s a song that gently gives a push to those who feel unsure about their future or are about to take on something new.

With its warm tone that encourages you to accept yourself as you are and take a step forward with cherished friends, it’s especially recommended for times when you’re feeling down or uncertain.

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ME:I (Mei) ⊹ ‘MUSE’ Official MV

Inspired by the muse she admires, this coming-of-age story about a girl pursuing her dreams has become a song that resonates with ME:I.

Its urban sound—blending funk, city pop, disco, and jazz—stands out against a retro aesthetic that evokes 1990s culture.

Released in April 2025, the track has been airing since February 2025 as the tie-in song for NTT DOCOMO’s TV commercial for the new smartphone, Galaxy S25 Ultra.

With its sophisticated, city-centric sound and powerful message, it’s a supportive anthem that gently encourages everyone striving toward their dreams.

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Ryosuke Yamada – “RED” [Official Music Video 4K ver.]

This is Ryosuke Yamada’s first solo release in 12 years, known for his expressive range and danceable stage performances.

Crafted as a thrilling dance track, the song powerfully conveys his inner passion and his resolve to embrace a new self.

The project also reflects the bond within the group, with fellow Hey! Say! JUMP member Daiki Arioka contributing to the lyrics and composition.

An album titled “RED” is slated for release in April 2025, featuring 12 tracks in total, including “SWITCH” and “snow moon.” With its forceful melody and performance, this is the perfect song for anyone looking to break out of their shell and chart a new path.

IS THIS LOVEXG

XG – IS THIS LOVE (Official Music Video)

XG delivers a refreshing track that captures the exhilaration and confusion of falling in love the very moment it happens.

Blending R&B and pop into a breezy rhythm, the song delicately portrays the emotional shifts of early romance, carried by clear, translucent vocals that highlight each member’s individuality and a refined melodic line that leaves a strong impression.

Included on the album “AWE,” released in November 2024, the track was also selected as the commercial song for Shiseido’s suncare brand ANESSA.

In the ad, XG performs energetic choreography under the sun, perfectly aligning with the brand’s message.

It’s a song brimming with freshness and clarity—ideal for the season when love begins and spring arrives.

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Macaroni Enpitsu "NOW LOADING" Music Video

It’s a gentle, uplifting song that supports the heroine in the film “Loving Yamada at Lv999.” While portraying the clumsiness of love and the difficulty of conveying one’s feelings, it weaves a warm melody that stays close to the characters’ emotions.

Showcasing Macaroni Empitsu’s delicate expressiveness, the track is included on their major 5th EP, “Ima Dakishimeru Tarinai Dake o,” released in March 2025.

It beautifully captures the film’s worldview, and enjoying it alongside the movie in theaters will leave you with an even deeper afterglow.

It’s a recommended song for those carrying feelings they can’t put into words, and for anyone who wants to cheer on a romance that began from an online encounter.

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Nogizaka46 'Navel Orange'

A gem of a song infused with a sweet-and-sour freshness and a touch of wistfulness that symbolize the spring season.

With double centers Nagi Inoue and Aruno Nakanishi of Nogizaka46’s 5th generation, it expresses feelings for a lost youth as they look back on past love.

Under the blue sky, the protagonist’s memories of a nostalgic romance vividly come back through the piece of fruit they hold.

Set for release on March 26, 2025, the single will be available in six formats: First-Press Limited Edition TYPE-A through TYPE-D, a Regular Edition, and a Special Edition.

The melody and arrangement carry a sense of nostalgia, with beautiful, Showa-era-style phrasing and a memorable refrain.

It’s a perfect song for anyone experiencing new encounters or farewells with the arrival of spring, or for those who want to bask in bittersweet memories.