Carefully selected recommendations of BE:FIRST’s best and most popular songs

MessageNEW!BE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Message -Music Video-

You’ll be instantly captivated by the expansive soundscape that opens with a striking guitar riff.

This is the first love song by BE:FIRST, the dance and vocal group born from an audition show, and it’s included on their first album BE:1, released in August 2022.

A mid-tempo ballad steeped in R&B and soul influences, it features each member’s lustrous vocals that vividly portray the struggles of love and the courage to move forward, resonating deeply.

The music video, presented in a drama style, also drew attention, and you’ll be pulled into a world where acting and dance intertwine.

It’s a warm, embracing song that’s perfect for nights when you’re thinking of someone special or when you’re feeling a little sentimental.

Shining OneNEW!BE:FIRST

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This is a milestone number that was performed as the assigned song in the final round of the audition program THE FIRST, marking the group’s pre-debut.

The dance track crafted by ☆Taku Takahashi has a groove that makes your body move the instant you hear it, and the structure where the members’ distinctive vocals and rap intertwine is incredibly compelling.

Released in August 2021, the song became emblematic of their meteoric rise, reaching No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.

It’s also noteworthy that a re-recorded version was later included on the album BE:1.

Its positive message—believing in your own brilliance and forging ahead—makes it perfect for those moments when you want a push before taking on a new challenge.

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BE:FIRST / Mucchuu -Lyric Video- (Theme song for Fuji TV Thursday Theater 'Nami Uraraka ni, Meoto Biyori')

How about a heartwarming love song with a churchy sound rooted in gospel, ringing pleasantly in your ears? It’s a track by BE:FIRST, a seven-member dance and vocal group from BMSG led by SKY-HI.

As symbolized by the repeated calling of a loved one’s name, their vocals sing of a clumsy yet straightforward love that never fails to stir the heart with every listen.

Included on the single “GRIT,” set for release in May 2025, this song was created as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Nami Uraraka ni, Meoto Biyori.” It’s the perfect number for those moments when you want to be wrapped in kindness and be reminded of how precious your loved one truly is.

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A heartwarming number by BE:FIRST, with lyrics penned by SKY-HI, who is active as a rapper and producer.

It gently stands by the anxieties and conflicts of adolescence, delivering a message that affirms it’s okay to be who you are—one that deeply resonates with listeners.

As the members’ voices intertwine, you can feel a powerful force that seems to transform even anxious feelings into hope for the future.

It’s a gentle song for everyone, perfect for those moments when you want a quiet push through troubled days or when you want to take a fresh look at yourself.

I Want You BackNEW!BE:FIRST

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Boldly remaking a classic by The Jackson 5, this piece is a comfortable blend of analog and digital.

It samples live performances recorded on the legendary Neve 8068 and reconstructs them with a contemporary beat, resulting in an irresistibly compelling track.

While paying respect to the original, the lyrics convey a determination to carve out a new chapter through their own expression, and every listen stirs the heart.

Released in October 2025 as the lead track from the album “BE:ST,” it captures both the group’s journey so far and their resolve for the future—a song not only for BE:FIRST fans but for music lovers across generations.

Why not surrender yourself to a sound where freshness and nostalgia intersect?

Kick StartNEW!BE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Kick Start -Lyric Video-

A landmark track for which the members themselves created new melodies, lyrics, and even choreography based on a track used during their audition training camp.

It’s included on their debut single “Gifted.” released in November 2021.

The lyrics, depicting bonds with friends and hope for the future, are sure to give a powerful push to anyone about to dive into a new world.

The lyric video weaves in footage from the training camp, and it’s truly moving.

Its fresh yet groovy sound is perfect for mornings on your commute to work or school, or any moment you want to flip your motivation switch.

From this work—arguably their starting point—feel the overflowing passion.

ScreamNEW!BE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Scream -Music Video-

From an intro that draws you in with aggressive kicks and a booming bass, this track is a hard-hitting dance tune that brings out BE:FIRST’s full potential.

It’s infused with a resolve to break through constraints and fear to open up a new era, and the thrilling expressiveness delivered alongside its meticulously crafted formation dance is truly breathtaking.

Released digitally in advance in July 2022, it was included as the flagship of their milestone first album, BE:1.

If you’re looking to break out of a rut or fire yourself up before a must-win moment, this song will flood you with blazing energy.