Songs that get everyone fired up in intro quizzes. A collection of timeless hits enjoyed across generations.

The Zero SenseNEW!10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

An energetic rock number that gets everyone excited across generations with its intro quiz appeal.

It’s included on 10-FEET’s album “COLLINS,” released in December 2022, and was chosen as the ending theme song for the blockbuster film “THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.” The song portrays the strength to chase one’s dreams and the resolve to face the challenges right in front of you.

It serves as a rousing anthem packed with a passionate message that resonates with people who keep taking on challenges in all kinds of life situations.

The moment its exhilarating intro kicks in, it’s sure to light up the room instantly! Older listeners can join in by clapping along to the rhythm, and everyone can fully enjoy the powerful energy this track delivers.

Love SongNEW!GReeeeN

GReeeeN – Love Song

GReeeeN’s signature song “Ai Uta” is their first love song, released in May 2007.

Many people may recognize it as the ending theme of Nippon TV’s “Uta Sta!!”.

In July of the same year, it became a massive hit, setting a remarkable record as the first song ever to reach one million full ringtone downloads.

Its lyrics, written in plain and earnest words, convey the joy of living together and an unwavering, deep love.

With a catchy melody that brightens the atmosphere the moment the intro starts, it’s a timeless classic perfect for occasions where you want to bring people together across generations—like gatherings with close friends or family get-togethers.

PretenderNEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Pretender [Official Video]

This is the smash-hit single by Official HIGE DANDism, released in May 2019 as the theme song for the film “The Confidence Man JP.” The work is captivating for its worldbuilding that portrays the aching sorrow of unrequited love, deep affection for the other person, and the inner conflict of self-sacrifice.

Even while suffering from the gap between ideals and reality, the protagonist’s pure feelings—quietly affirming the other person—resonate in the heart alongside a melancholic piano melody.

It’s a record-breaking number that dominated the music charts for an extended period, and its striking opening phrase is something almost everyone has heard.

Beloved across generations, it’s an essential track for intro quizzes.

Why not spend a sparkling time enjoying music together with older adults?

JAMNEW!THE YELLOW MONKEY

THE YELLOW MONKEY – JAM

When it comes to THE YELLOW MONKEY’s signature songs that pioneered a uniquely Japanese brand of rock, many people probably think of this track included on the single “JAM/Tactics,” released in February 1996.

Chosen as the ending theme for NHK’s “Pop Jam,” it helped bring the band into the wider public eye.

It’s a rock ballad marked by a pipe organ–like intro, and its powerful message—singing of loneliness and a sense of alienation from society—has continued to resonate deeply with many across generations.

Whether you were moved by it in your youth or are hearing it for the first time now, it’s a timeless classic that draws you in the moment the intro starts, regardless of age.

Why not play it for an intro quiz at your event and have everyone sing along together?

migratory birdNEW![Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

The moment the exhilarating guitar intro soars like taking flight into the sky, the whole atmosphere instantly brightens, doesn’t it? With a theme evoking the sky and wings, this powerful, encouraging song wraps up both the resolve to move forward and a touch of anxiety.

It was included on [Alexandros]’s double A-side single released in March 2015, and it also opened the album ALXD, released in June of the same year.

Having been featured in various places—such as the film Akegarasu’s theme song and in TV commercials—many of you have probably heard it before.

In an intro quiz, that pleasant opening melody is sure to bring smiles to many faces.

It’s a great pick for gatherings with seniors or for lively times when everyone wants to have fun together.

RobinsonNEW!supittsu

Spitz / Robinson

Spitz is a four-piece rock band that has captured hearts for many years with their crystal-clear vocals and tight band ensemble.

Their 11th single—one of their signature songs—was a massive hit released in April 1995.

In addition to being used as the ending theme for the variety show “Imada Koji no Shibuya-kei Uraringo,” it was also featured the following year as an insert song in the drama “Hakusen Nagashi,” among other tie-ins.

The lyrics are enchanting, expanding from everyday scenes to a universe-like scale in an instant.

The moment that memorable arpeggiated guitar intro starts, memories from those days will come rushing back.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to bask in nostalgia together at events or gatherings.

A Member of the Fire BrigadeNEW!RATS&STAR

A Member of the Fire Brigade (2025 Ver.)

Speaking of classic songs that make people cheer “Ah, I know this one!” the moment the intro starts, Rats & Star’s “Megumi no Hito” comes to mind.

Released as a single in April 1983, it was also used for Shiseido’s summer campaign song.

With a lively rhythm that skillfully weaves soul and funk elements into Japanese pop, and lyrics that are stylish and urbane, it’s a truly captivating track.

Its catchy chorus and memorable pose are so fun that everyone wants to imitate them at least once.

In recent years, it’s been featured in TV commercials and has become widely loved by younger generations through social media, making it an ultimate crowd-pleaser that people of all ages can sing and dance to together.

dogwood (flowering dogwood)NEW!Hitoto Yo

Hitoto Yo – Hanamizuki

This is a grand ballad created in the wake of the sad events of September 2001, imbued with a wish for peace.

Its warm message—praying that we overcome sorrow and that happiness for our loved ones and those they hold dear will last forever—touches the hearts of many.

Yo Hitoto’s delicate yet resolute vocals gently stay by your side.

Released in February 2004 as her fifth single, it has been featured in numerous tie-ins, including TV dramas and commercials, and even served as the theme song for a 2010 film inspired by the piece.

Beginning with a beautiful piano melody that almost everyone has heard, it’s the kind of intro you’ll recognize instantly in a quiz.

Ruby RingNEW!Terao Akira

Ruby No Yubiwa

Just hearing the urbane, sophisticated intro instantly brightens the atmosphere—this is one of Akira Terao’s signature songs.

Released as a single in February 1981, it became a nationwide sensation, chosen for a Yokohama Tires commercial and as the entrance march for the following year’s National High School Baseball Invitational.

It’s a work brimming with mature allure, portraying memories of a lost love quietly and with refined cool.

A massive hit that set an astonishing record of 12 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on TBS’s music show “The Best Ten,” it’s perfect for an intro quiz—people will immediately go, “Oh, this one!” Its calm melody and Terao’s rich, resonant vocals make it an ideal track for lively get-togethers with close friends.

Voice of the SeaNEW!urashima tarō (kiritani kenta)

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

Sung under the name Urashima Taro by actor Kenta Kiritani, this work is a smash hit born from au’s “Santaro Series” commercials.

It was released digitally in July 2015 and was later included on the album Kanon.

Composed by BEGIN’s Masaru Shimabukuro, it’s a ballad whose warm sanshin tones and Kiritani’s simple yet powerful vocals resonate deeply.

The lyrics, which overlay the sounds of nature with feelings for a loved one, gently convey unwavering affection that remains unchanged despite distance.

With its relaxed tempo and easy familiarity, it has the kind of charm that makes anyone want to hum along the moment the intro starts.

It’s the perfect song to sing and enjoy together across generations at family gatherings or with friends.