Latest J-Pop Releases [June 2025]

manicNEE

Manic – NEE

This is NEE’s first single under their new lineup, carefully expressing the complex emotions swirling inside the heart through music.

As the title suggests—referring to a manic state—the song is permeated by roller-coaster-like emotional ups and downs.

While rooted in rock, its strikingly diverse sound weaves in a variety of genres.

It’s a perfect track for those wrestling with inner conflicts or looking to make a fresh start.

Wacha WachaRIP SLYME

RIP SLYME – Wacha Wacha

A track by RIP SLYME, who reunited as a five-piece to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their major debut.

Its breezy hip-hop sound blends perfectly with each member’s distinctive rap style.

The funky, energetic beat naturally makes listeners want to dance.

Released digitally on May 28, 2025, it’s also included on the best-of album “GREATEST FIVE,” released that July.

Brimming with bright, positive energy, this song is perfect for getting hyped with friends or lifting your mood!

Whole of FlowerSuchmos

Whole of Flower

Suchmos’s “Whole of Flower” is a track where their signature stylish sound blends beautifully with a breezy melody.

Released in May 2025 and included on the EP “Sunburst” released in July, it features a unique groove that weaves in elements of city pop and funk, with a wind-like flow to the chord progression that lingers in your ears.

The lyrics, which portray moving forward while carrying sorrow, are also striking.

It’s the perfect song for a driving soundtrack or for moments when you want to make a fresh start!

Useless feat. Ryo Kinoshita from KnosisSurvive Said The Prophet

Useless feat. Ryo Kinoshita from Knosis / Music Video | Survive Said The Prophet

This is a post-hardcore track themed around inner conflict and urgency.

It was released in May 2025 and included on the album “Luv Sux Sessions,” which came out in August of the same year.

Ryo Kinoshita of Knosis appears as a guest vocalist, and his powerful shouts add even greater depth to the song.

The heavy, emotional sound is a standout feature of this piece.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when facing life’s hardships or when you want to confront yourself.

Step by StepTOMORROW X TOGETHER

Step by Step

A track where a light, lively beat and airy melodies resonate pleasantly.

It’s a TOMORROW X TOGETHER song released in May 2025, written and composed by the singer-songwriter Eve.

Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program Mezamashi Doyoubi.

The lyrics poetically express “one step at a time,” gently accompanying everyday life while evoking the sensation of traveling through an unreal dream.

The progression from the falsetto-led intro into the low-register rap part is irresistible.

A perfect song for those who want to start their morning feeling fresh.