Wonderful singer/idol

The debut song of a beloved national idol from days gone by. Relive that emotion once more.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

“Aitakatta,” “Real Face,” “Glass no Shōnen” — the encounters with the songs that became the origins of these national idols are etched in our hearts as vivid memories.

AKB48, KAT-TUN, KinKi Kids, and many other groups have delivered unforgettable moments.

The expressions on their faces as they took their first steps toward the big dream of a major debut still haven’t lost their shine.

From chart-topping hits to long-selling, nostalgic tracks,

we present a selection of debut songs brimming with the boundless potential of these idols.

Debut songs by beloved national idols. Relive that excitement once more (41–50)

Red and BlackIwasaki Yoshimi

Red and Black

Red and BlackIwasaki Yoshimi

It was released in 1980 as Yoshimi Iwasaki’s debut single.

About a month after her debut, she performed the song at the 9th Tokyo Music Festival held in 1980, winning the Grand Prize in the domestic competition and advancing to the world competition.

On the Oricon chart, it peaked at No.

19.

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In conclusion

We looked back at the debut songs of nationally beloved idols, and they were all captivating tracks that symbolize their respective eras.

Not only their media exposure and buzz, but also the high level of craftsmanship in the songs themselves is impressive.

How about listening to your favorites again while recalling their fresh charm at debut and their sparkle as idols? You’ll surely encounter a special kind of emotion woven from both nostalgia and freshness.