The World of Addictive Songs: Loops that Spiral with Irresistible Catchiness
If you’re looking for songs that get stuck in your head, this is a must-listen!
Of course, there’s the addictive pull of melody and rhythm, but there are also tracks where the very sound of the words hooks you.
There are many angles—and that comical vibe is often one of the hallmarks.
What songs come to your mind?
I researched many tracks that incorporate rap and realized there are so many playful, fun songs out there.
Keep an ear out for quirky, offbeat wordplay that snags your attention!
Now then, let’s open the door to the world of irresistibly catchy songs you’ll want to play over and over!
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[The World of Addictive Songs] Highly addictive, endlessly looping tracks (21–30)
Shock!Sakanakushon
It’s a retro-style pop song that feels like it could have been used as the opening theme for a Showa-era TV program.
For some reason, music similar to so-called disco songs was often used on television back then.
The Drifters might be a representative example.
In this sound, which now also comes across like adult pop, the bassline and jazzy chords are key.
Stylish yet somehow playful, with an unforgettable, striking chorus that’s quintessentially Sakanaction.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to sing along together when you hear it live.
08(ZERO HACHI)joōbachi
A bold, avant-garde track themed around “infinity.” Featured on QUEEN BEE’s album Aku, it stands out with its cool vibe and snappy melodic lines.
Its distinctive, band-driven arrangement is addictive.
Alongside the visual beauty of the music video, the piece leaves a powerful impression on listeners.
The album releases on March 5, 2025, with 11 tracks in total.
It’s packed with high-profile tie-in songs, including Mephisto, the ending theme for the anime Oshi no Ko.
The World of Addictive Songs: Highly Addictive, Round-and-Round Tracks (31–40)
Sexy★DynamiteDerakkusu × Derakkusu
A track with an addictive, grand worldview that feels like taming the universe.
It’s a song by Deluxe×Deluxe released in March 2024.
Rooted in Showa-era kayōkyoku, its comical vibe and irresistibly catchy wordplay stand out.
The hook is so catchy you’ll find yourself humming along.
The music video blends CG visuals with live footage, and that unique worldview is bound to grow on you too.
Give it a listen when you want to boost your mood or belt out a song at the top of your lungs!
Amber-Hued City, Morning of Shanghai Crabskururi
Speaking of Quruli, the band tends to evoke a gentle, folk-song vibe, but this track—their 30th single, released for their 20th anniversary—incorporates elements of rap and old-school R&B.
The lyrics contain few hip-hop terms, and with the deliberately off-kilter rhythms and the smooth, natural pronunciation in certain lines, the words feel woven together like a short story.
The way the chorus suddenly starts talking about crabs without any clear lead-in is incredibly addictive! It’s a distinctive piece that makes you want to play the song just to hear that chorus.
Jenny High RhapsodyJenīhai
Jenny High is a five-member band formed from a band project on the Sky PerfecTV! variety show, consisting of Kazu Toyotaka Koyabu, Cookie, Ikkyu Nakajima, Enon Kawatani, and Takashi Niigaki.
“Jenny” is said to mean “genius” in French, and the band was named “Jenny High” to imply going beyond genius.
Enon Kawatani, who produces the band and plays guitar, is known as the frontman of the band Gesu no Kiwami Otome, and he brilliantly conveys a fresh artistic vision with Jenny High as well.
“Jenny High Rhapsody,” set in a public bathhouse, also serves as the band’s self-introduction song, with members showcasing their rapping.
It’s an upbeat, lively track.
Matsuken Samba IIMatsudaira Ken
From the very intro it’s a blast—a song that sparked a social-phenomenon-level boom! Sung by actor Ken Matsudaira, Matsuken Samba II was released in 1994 and became a hit after being featured on TV programs from 2003 to 2004.
Beyond the music itself, many people surely can’t forget the image of Matsudaira performing in a golden kimono, singing and dancing.
There are numerous sequels and alternate arrangements of this piece, so it might be fun to look into them.
OiSaBatten Shōjo-tai
Batten Girls is an idol group made up of members from Kyushu, primarily Fukuoka Prefecture.
Their song “OiSa” is the track that brought them national recognition, and it heavily incorporates elements of Kyushu.
The phrase “oisa,” which is also the title and is sung repeatedly throughout the song, is the chant used in the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival.
The uniquely floating sound that evokes festival music, combined with lyrics that repeat the same phrases, creates an addictive sense of unease.
