[Japanese R&B] Notable Classics & New Tracks, Representative Songs of Japanese R&B
This playlist is packed with Japanese R&B.
Centered on authentic, high-quality Japanese R&B that lets you feel a refined vibe, it also picks up plenty of newer tracks that reflect recent trends.
With beautiful vocals and grooves, you’ll surely be wrapped in a comfortable wave of sound.
Be sure to enjoy the unique resonance of the Japanese language as you listen.
I’d be happy if this becomes a starting point for exploring and discovering new songs.
Alright then, let’s enjoy it together!
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[Japanese R&B] Notable Classics & New Tracks, Representative Songs of Japanese R&B (51–60)
99’ feat. CrazyBoyMukai Taichi
Centered around R&B elements, Taichi Mukai masterfully blends in various influences like electro and ambient to craft a truly one-of-a-kind sound.
“99’ feat.
CrazyBoy” is a genre-defying track that fully showcases his originality.
While the overall vibe leans toward trendy chill-out R&B, the chorus features a catchy melody reminiscent of classic idol pop, and the addition of a rap section makes the structure even more compelling—truly impressive!
Imagined Future feat. Chinza DOPENESSG.Rina
G.RINA is a singer-songwriter, DJ, and trackmaker.
“Sōzō Mirai” features the rapper Chinza DOPENESS and takes an approach that pays homage to the ’90s.
With its bubbly sound design, it lands squarely in that so-called ‘so-bad-it’s-cool’ zone.
The lyrics also evoke an homage to the ’80s and ’90s.
I Will Get Your KissNakagawa Akinori
Singer-songwriter Akinori Nakagawa is known for his strikingly high vocal tone and sharply defined vocal embellishments.
He is currently active as a musical theater actor as well, and his exceptional singing ability is highly regarded within the musical theater world.
Speaking of Akinori Nakagawa’s signature songs… surely many people think of “I Will Get Your Kiss,” don’t they? While retaining a touch of Japanese pop sensibility, the track weaves in authentic R&B elements, resulting in an exceptionally sweet finish.
Stay For Me ~I Won’t Forget You~Tina
Tina, an artist who gained popularity for her unique, soulful sound that blends a wide range of genres including jazz, R&B, hip-hop, and soul.
While it might be considered neo-soul, it reflects a stronger jazz influence, and along with UA—who was also active in the early 2000s—she helped energize Black music in Japan.
Her song “Stay For Me ~Wasurete Agenai~” is known as one of her classics, featuring a darker mood created by combining R&B and jazz.
[Japanese R&B] Notable Masterpieces & New Tracks: Representative Songs of Japanese R&B (61–70)
COLORSTENDRE
Taro Kawahara’s solo project, TENDRE.
Featured on the EP “IN WONDER – EP” is the track “COLORS.” This piece has a refreshing feel, portraying a farewell with a loved one, the passion for pursuing dreams, and the happy times that are sure to come in the future.
Its light, breezy sound will lift your spirits.
Packed with a positive message, it’s a great listen when you need a boost.
RainEmyli
Emyli is an R&B singer who was active in the 2000s.
Having attended an American school from a young age, she can sing in English at an almost native level, and she’s also an academic elite who graduated from Sophia University.
One of her hit songs, Rain, features a soulful melody that evokes Alicia Keys’s Falling.
It’s a recommended track for those who enjoy R&B that leans toward soul music.
Talk To You (Remix)tameoka sonomi feat. Gipper
Sonomi Tameoka is a highly skilled R&B singer who has provided songs to artists like CHEMISTRY and Toko Furuuchi.
Originally included in her third album in its original version, this is the sweet remix version from her fourth album, “Last Scene.” It gives you that buoyant, skip-in-your-step feeling, as if capturing the excitement of a slightly fluttering heart.
The way the piano fits in is very soothing, and with GIPPER’s luscious rap blending with Sonomi’s vocals, it comes together as a wonderfully pleasant track.
