Hit songs that colored 2011! Timeless tracks that bring back those days
A music scene like a mirror reflecting its era.
In 2011, Japan experienced the Great East Japan Earthquake, a momentous event that deeply influenced music.
From uplifting songs filled with messages of encouragement to positive tracks that helped us rediscover the joys of everyday life, the year produced many hits imbued with feelings unique to that time.
As we look back on those songs that left a deep imprint on the hearts of people who lived through that period, shall we once again reflect on the power and potential of music?
Playlist
| Hit songs that colored 2011! Timeless tracks that bring back those days | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | One million “I love you”sRake |  play_arrow | An inspiring classic that sings of great love |
| 2 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | A love song depicting the depth of clumsy love |
| 3 | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 |  play_arrow | An AKB48 song that accompanies summer memories |
| 4 | No matter how…Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | Regret and aching feelings for a lost love |
| 5 | flying getAKB48 |  play_arrow | The year AKB48 dominated the music scene |
| 6 | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song from an AI that delivers happiness |
| 7 | Everybody GoKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | Kis-My-Ft2’s debut single is a big hit. |
| 8 | Jet Coaster LoveKARA |  play_arrow | A fast-paced K-pop hit that expresses the emotions of love |
| 9 | I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Kazuyoshi Saito’s classic: the complex emotions of self and love |
| 10 | Go Go Summer!KARA |  play_arrow | Korean idol group KARA became a big hit after the AKB era. |
| 11 | Labyrinth Love Songarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s theme song: the intersection of mystery-solving and love |
| 12 | Maru Maru Mori Mori!Kaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku. |  play_arrow | The drama's theme song became a massive hit, sending its popularity skyrocketing. |
| 13 | OVERHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Johnny’s and AKB idols are popular. |
| 14 | Let’s become a family / fighting poseFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama's mature songs are popular. |
| 15 | Sexy ZoneSexy Zone |  play_arrow | An idol's passion embodied in their debut song |
| 16 | Weekend: not yet.Not yet |  play_arrow | AKB powerhouse unit, strongly idol-colored |
| 17 | Rising SunEXILE |  play_arrow | The year EXILE’s hit songs began |
| 18 | Lotusarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi is an idol group loved by young women. |
| 19 | Pareo is emerald.SKE48 |  play_arrow | The commercial success of AKB-affiliated idol groups |
| 20 | Dear JItano Tomomi |  play_arrow | Tomomi Itano’s solo songs are appealing for their mature vibe. |
| 21 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | An inspiring movie theme song that celebrates the value of friendship |
| 22 | HELLOYUI |  play_arrow | Early-summer love, a song of buoyant exhilaration |
| 23 | Super Ball of Loveaiko |  play_arrow | Kare-natsu bounces like a super ball. |
| 24 | I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A song of strong will and hope that looks forward |
| 25 | BraveNaoto Intiraymi |  play_arrow | A song that gives you hope and courage through the power of music |
| 26 | March Toward TomorrowKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s song of hope, standing with Tohoku |
| 27 | Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | Songs by Yu Takahashi that uplift the heart with a smile |
| 28 | It Has to Be You (duet with Nao Yasuda)KG |  play_arrow | Popular songs are decided by viewers' requests. |
| 29 | ZeroBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Guitar rock band tops the chart with 240,000 copies sold |
| 30 | Don’t Wanna LieB’z |  play_arrow | B'z still rock strong, but they don't measure up to AKB. |
| 31 | Forget-me-notShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | Shota Shimizu's singing voice resonates with the heart. |
| 32 | EternalAkanishi Jin |  play_arrow | Solo song by an idol sees strong sales |
| 33 | ULTIMATE WHEELSKAT-TUN |  play_arrow | Johnny’s idol groups dominate |
| 34 | T.W.L / Yellow Pansy StreetKanjani∞ |  play_arrow | A Johnny’s idol group is rising in popularity |
| 35 | See you tomorrow…JUJU |  play_arrow | An extraordinary hit that topped the cable rankings |
| 36 | Oh my gosh!NMB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48 and its sub-groups are very popular. |
| 37 | More KissFairies |  play_arrow | The gap between an idol group’s popularity and the reality |
| 38 | StillFlower |  play_arrow | A more mature women’s group than an idol group |
| 39 | Hold me over the phoneTEE |  play_arrow | A tearful love ballad, a pleasant song |
| 40 | The last daySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A popular duo delivers captivating music |
| 41 | Let me crychangun soku |  play_arrow | Korean Wave star finds success with a popular song |
| 42 | Why？（Keep Your Head Down）Tōhōshinki |  play_arrow | TVXQ continues to be popular in the Korean idol scene. |
| 43 | Full of memoriesMINMI |  play_arrow | Wonderful music with powerful female vocals |
| 44 | Let’s try againChīmu Amyūzu!! |  play_arrow | The earthquake disaster charity single is a hit. |
| 45 | Eternity begins with just a single second.JAY’ED×JUJU |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love ballad, ranked No. 2 |