Latest J-Pop Releases [July 2025]

LOVE DEEPER (Prod. m.c.A•T)Reiko

REIKO “LOVE DEEPER (Prod. m.c.A·T)” Music Video

This is a track by REIKO that inscribes a new page in the history of Japanese R&B.

It drew attention for officially sampling “Ryusei no Saddle,” a classic from Toshinobu Kubota’s landmark 1986 album SHAKE IT PARADISE.

The fact that Kubota himself—the original composer—praised it as “several times funkier than the source” speaks to its exceptional quality.

When you want to savor love anew, listening to this song will surely fill you with a gentle, tender feeling.

AGATTAROF-MAO

ROF-MAO – AGATTA

It’s an irresistibly body-moving, ultra-powerful party tune.

Created by ROF-MAO, a VTuber unit from NIJISANJI, this track brims with explosive energy that blows away everyday blues.

Its positive message—“A lifetime’s worth of happiness in this very moment!”—and the relentless, driving vocals leave a strong impression.

When you want to boost your mood or turn up the excitement with friends, let yourself get carried by this sound.

NerdRol3ert

Rol3ert “Nerd” MUSIC VIDEO

This is singer-songwriter Rol3ert’s fourth single.

Produced with MONJOE on board, the track captivates with a dreamy sound where the airy feel of indie pop melds with the texture of rock.

The lyrics carry a warm message that wholeheartedly embraces one’s own clumsiness and the kind of individuality that others may find hard to understand.

It’s an anthem that gives you the courage to believe in yourself when you feel stifled by comparisons with those around you.

One thing I want to ask youSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO "One Thing I Want to Ask You"

It’s an adorable unrequited-love song that captures feelings for someone whose name you don’t even know.

Released by SHISHAMO in June 2025, it stands out not only for the music but also because vocalist Asako Miyazaki plays the heroine in the music video.

The lyrics distill a pure desire to know everything about the other person, and together with the warm musical tone, it’s sure to make your heart flutter.

If you’re in the midst of a crush right now, you might find it incredibly relatable.

UNDERCOVER feat. Ayumu ImazuSIRUP

SIRUP – UNDERCOVER feat. Ayumu Imazu (Official Music Video)

This is a sleek, urban R&B track born from the collaboration between SIRUP and Ayumu Imazu, who are known to be friends offstage as well.

With a modern theme exploring the “public” and “private” faces people carry, the song brilliantly expresses it through the duo’s smooth, intertwining vocals.

Released as a lead single from the album “OWARI DIARY,” due out in September 2025, it also drew attention for being featured in a web commercial for Mizuhashi Hojudo Pharmaceutical.

Why not surrender yourself to its addictive groove?

0623FreeStyleSKY-HI

0623FreeStyle

This is a freestyle rap by SKY-HI that straightforwardly embodies the back-and-forth known as a “beef” in hip-hop culture.

Created in just five days in June 2025 as a response to another track, the song rides a heavy beat to sharply raise issues about music consumed via social media and to convey an unwavering commitment to nurturing young talent.

Distilling a professional stance that engages with the essence of music even amid an extremely busy schedule, this work could be said to represent his philosophy itself.

At The LastSKY-HI

SKY-HI / At The Last -Lyric Video-

An anthem that dares to affirm often-scoffed-at “dreams” and “ideals” head-on, stirring the hearts of its listeners.

Released by SKY-HI in June 2025, it’s a lead single from the album “Success Is The Best Revenge” set for release the same year.

It was chosen as the theme song for the audition program “THE LAST PIECE,” produced by BMSG and TBS.

A pep song for young people chasing their dreams, it rides an aggressive sound to sing of laughing off any adversity and holding fast to one’s convictions.

It’s perfect to listen to when you’re facing a big challenge or need to believe in yourself!