Hit J-Pop songs of 2014: recommended classics and popular tracks
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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.
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2014 Japanese hit songs (21–30)
a windfall; an unexpected piece of good luck (literally, “rice cakes falling from a shelf”)busai-ku
Even though they’re idols from Johnny’s Entertainment, I think naming the group “Busaiku” (“ugly”) shows a pretty funny sense of humor.
And the fact that they’re still working so hard in show business makes them likable.
I think they’ll earn affection from many people and become popular.
AinoArika / If You Love, Life Gets HappierHey! Say! JUMP
This group has also become a popular idol group under Johnny & Associates.
The members are active on variety shows and elsewhere, creating a positive cycle that feeds their popularity back into the group.
I’m sure they’ll become like Arashi or SMAP in the future.
In FactKAT-TUN
Within Johnny & Associates, I think this group is treated like troublemakers.
However, they have many great songs and I believe they outshine other groups.
It seems they’re going on hiatus, so all the more reason to listen to this track.
Head over heels for youSexy Zone
Johnny & Associates has many male idol groups, but they are the most dynamic among the younger acts.
Their distinctly teenage energy is on full display, so I’m sure they enjoy overwhelming support from women of the same age group.
If you sing their songs at karaoke, they’ll likely be popular with young people too.
King of Men!Kanjani∞
Following SMAP and Arashi, Kanjani∞ has become one of the most popular idol groups.
The members have become familiar faces on variety shows and are also popular performers in dramas and other fields.
Their songs are fun with lots of comedic elements, so they’re sure to lift your spirits.