[A must-listen for high school students!!] A roundup of standout tracks from trending artists

First anniversaryOchiai Wataru

First anniversary

Singer-songwriter Wataru Ochiai has been gaining attention for his lyrics that depict the unassuming yet irreplaceable themes found in everyday life.

His track “Hajimete no Kinenbi,” released digitally on December 10, 2023, opens with a lyrical guitar riff that lingers in your ears.

A relationship where you can confidently say you love both the good and the bad might not be extraordinary, but rather one where every day shines like an anniversary.

Set to a gentle melody over a relaxed shuffle beat, it’s a heartfelt love song that warmly embraces the listener.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Workin’ HardFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Workin’ Hard（Official Video）

Singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, whose songs fuse a wide range of genres into a modern sound and have earned high praise from professionals, released his 13th digital-only single “Workin’ Hard,” which was chosen as the broadcast theme for the Basketball World Cup.

The lyrics, depicting a mindset energized by the efforts of those around you, perfectly match the contagious excitement of sports.

It’s a stylish pop tune distinguished by its airy ensemble and memorable melody.

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Hoshino Takashi

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gardenFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Garden (Not a MV)

Fujii Kaze is a singer-songwriter who delivers high-level performances on a variety of instruments, including piano, Electone, and saxophone.

“Garden,” included on his second album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL, draws you in with its gentle vocals set over a laid-back beat.

Its message—nurturing your heart even as life and the seasons turn—seems to teach us something essential about living.

With a grand, gospel-tinged arrangement that stirs the soul, it’s a deeply soulful track.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Super Beast Gigachōgakusei

Chogakusei: Super Beast Giga

Vocaloid producer Chogakusei, whose profile remains shrouded in mystery, released Chojugiga as the third installment of his “Chogakusei × Vocaloid Producer Project.” This track is a collaboration with Vocaloid producer Nirukajitsu, blending elements of traditional Japanese music and rock into its sound.

It’s also intriguing that the piece includes motifs that evoke the illustrated scroll Chojū-jinbutsu-giga, which appears to have inspired it.

Additionally, the characters born from the song that appear in the music video are not to be missed.

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TONAi GiRL’STonai bōsho

Somewhere in Tokyo / TONAi GiRL’S [OFFiCiAL ViDEO]

TONAi GiRL’S, a three-member idol group born from a segment on the variety show “Wednesday’s Downtown.” Their second digital-only single, TONAi GiRL’S, is a striking track that contrasts expansive synth sounds with funky guitar chopping.

The cute yet energetic chorus is sure to lift your spirits just by listening.

It’s a poppy, high-energy tune with a modern, spacious ensemble that cranks up the excitement.

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Hoshino Takashi

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handsNoda Megumi

Emi Noda – hands (Official Concept Video)

Emi Noda, whose popularity took off after posting her songs on YouTube, wrote “hands” as the theme song for the drama ‘Neko Kare: Shonen o Kau’ (Keeping a Boy).

Centered on the action of “grasping,” the song unfolds to portray a range of emotions.

Its delicate, poetic psychological depictions draw listeners into its world.

The vertically shot music video has also become a hot topic, so be sure to check it out—it features direction that makes full use of the vertical format.

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TokyoTetsukaze Tōkyō

Tetsukaze Tokyo “Tokyo” Official Music Video

Tetsukaze Tokyo is a four-piece rock band that spreads the word mainly through social media, expanding their fan base with promotions characteristic of the digital-native generation.

Their song “Tokyo,” included on their first mini-album From, opens with an emotional intro: a thick guitar riff riding on a laid-back shuffle beat.

The lyrics feel like a cheer for those struggling in Tokyo—a place where dreams and people gather—and anyone in a similar situation will likely find great courage in them.

It’s a sentimental number whose old-school rock ensemble tugs at the heart.

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Hoshino Takashi

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