[J-Pop] Debut songs by male solo artists from the 1990s

An artist’s debut single is a precious testimony—packed with raw impulses, determination, and all kinds of intentions.

Listeners from later generations are often surprised or convinced when they hear the debut songs of artists with long careers.

There’s something you can only sense in a first work—this isn’t limited to music.

This article spotlights male solo artists in Japanese music who debuted in the 1990s, the golden age of J-pop when CDs sold the most in Japan, and introduces their memorable debut tracks.

Including artists who launched solo careers after being in bands, enjoy the unique charms of debut songs—from mega-hits to hidden gems!