Hit J-pop songs of 2005. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
DREAMS COME TRUE, SMAP, Ketsumeishi, ORANGE RANGE, Ayumi Hamasaki, Kiyoshi Hikawa, and more.
From the many iconic and popular songs that colored the J-POP charts of 2005 (Heisei 17), our studio staff has selected recommended hits.
A playlist that still hasn’t lost its shine—one that represents the Heisei era.
- Hit Japanese songs of 2006. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
- 2000s Japanese Hits | Unforgettable Once You Hear Them! Exquisite Masterpieces
- Hit Japanese songs of 2004: recommended classics and popular tracks
- Hit J-Pop songs of 2007: the appeal of hit tracks that exude a positive vibe
- An energizing song that was a hit in the 2000s—a classic that gives you strength.
- [Japanese Music] Masterpieces of 2000s Pop: A roundup of hit songs from 00s J-POP
- Heisei-era masterpieces. Hit songs that represent the Heisei period.
- All big hits! A roundup of classic J‑Pop songs that were popular in 2000
- Hit J-Pop songs of 2015. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
- Masterpieces that colored the spring of the Heisei era, including popular cherry blossom songs.
- From emotional tracks to exhilarating tunes! Heisei-era youth songs
- 2000s: A Collection of Hit Karaoke Classics
- 2003 J-Pop hit songs special: the golden age of music when diversity blossomed
Japanese hit songs of 2005 (11–20)
STEP youHamasaki Ayumi
It’s one of Ayumi Hamasaki’s popular songs.
The music video feels non-Japanese in style and is really cool.
Around this time, Ayumi Hamasaki started releasing more cool tracks.
It’s up-tempo and a mood-boosting song.
She has many love songs, but this one is an anthem of encouragement.
NO MORE CRYD-51
It’s the theme song of a hugely popular school drama.
The track captures the spirit of youth.
It’s also great for singing in harmony.
Since it’s an upbeat song, it really gets people excited.
With its refreshing feel, it’s a song you’ll want to listen to in the morning or whenever you’re about to start something new.
planetariumBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a classic by BUMP OF CHICKEN.
When a man sings it well, it can even change the impression it gives.
It’s a song that makes you attractive.
The lyrics are great, of course, but the melody is also incredibly beautiful.
It’s a track that really expands the world it evokes.
Love BombB’z
This song features Inaba’s amazing vocals.
It has a bright, upbeat tempo, but it’s quite challenging, so it’s not the kind of song you’d sing when you want to hype things up.
The chorus is really cool.
With its refreshing vibe, it’s also great for listening to while driving.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
It’s an uplifting song by Dreams Come True.
When you’re feeling discouraged or on the verge of losing, listening to it makes you feel like you can try again.
It’s a cheer-up song for people who don’t want to be defeated by a single failure.
It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you’re facing reality and feel like you might lose.