Hit J-Pop songs of 2014: recommended classics and popular tracks
AKB48, EXILE, Golden Bomber, Tohoshinki, JUJU, Kana Nishino…
From among the many famous and popular songs that colored the 2014 J-POP hit charts, we’ve selected hit tracks recommended by our studio staff.
It’s a luxurious playlist packed with Heisei-era blockbuster numbers.
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2014 Japanese hit songs (11–20)
Last sceneJUJU
In Japan’s music scene, because of cable broadcasting and requests, and single sales, they end up as completely separate charts.
I imagine it’s rare to find another country where the top rankings change this much.
It’s not about which is better or worse—it’s simply the culture.
I can only face forwardAKB48
A hit song praised as one of AKB48’s all-time greats! With Yuko Oshima in the center, this track portrays a powerful march toward the future.
Its lyrics, filled with determination to move forward without being bound by the past and to keep eyes fixed only ahead, are sure to stir many hearts.
Released in February 2014, the single debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and set an astonishing record with approximately 1.09 million copies sold in its first week.
It’s a must-listen for anyone about to take a new step or standing at a crossroads in life—you’re sure to find courage in it!
NEW HORIZONEXILE
EXILE is the original dance performance group that remains popular with both the older generation and younger people.
Their commanding dance performances are truly impressive, and in terms of presence and sharpness, they’re not outdone by younger groups.
Their music is also excellent.
We ate cherry blossoms together.HKT48
The group is called HKT because it’s based in Hakata, Fukuoka.
At this rate, I feel like Mr.
Akimoto will end up forming idol groups for every well-known city and town.
I didn’t know the song, but I was surprised to find it was unexpectedly selling well.
What is the future?SKE48
They also debuted as a sister-type idol group to AKB and have become hugely popular.
With member changes and such, many people probably can’t tell the differences, but you should at least remember the group’s name.
After all, they’re selling this well.