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[Johnny's Medley] A selection of popular songs that continue to captivate many fans!
Johnny’s, home to many star idols who have captivated countless women.
Their songs are also popular picks to hype up the mood at karaoke.
Chances are you’ve sung at least one of them yourself, right? This time, we’ve put together a collection of both classic and new hit songs performed by Johnny’s idols.
It’s a lineup that not only fans, but even non-fans will recognize.
If there are any songs you don’t know yet, be sure to give them a listen.
Now, enjoy this foolproof playlist to your heart’s content! Note: On October 17, 2023, Johnny & Associates changed its company name to SMILE-UP.
[Johnny’s Medley] A selection of popular songs that continue to captivate many fans! (1–10)
Teenage in GlassHikaru GENJI
“Glass no Jūdai” (Teenage of Glass) is the second single by Hikaru GENJI, a seven-member group that debuted in 1987 and disbanded in 1995.
The songwriter and composer is Ryo Asuka (ASKA of CHAGE and ASKA).
Incidentally, the B-side track “Graduation” features lyrics by Ryo Asuka and composition by CHAGE, also of CHAGE and ASKA.
There are multiple versions of the song, including one that ends with the sound of glass breaking and another featuring call-and-response parts sung among the members.
MasqueradeShonentai
Shonentai, the group formed by Kazukiyo Nishikiori, Katsuhide Uekusa, and Noriyuki Higashiyama that debuted in 1985, released their debut single “Kamen Butōkai” (Masquerade Ball)! They still perform the dance today with the same sharpness they had back then.
Apparently, the on-screen text at the beginning of the song wasn’t there at first, but it was added based on member Nishikiori’s idea.
The song won numerous newcomer awards, including Best New Artist at the 28th Japan Record Awards and the ’86 FNS Music Festival.
Cinderella GirlKing&Prince
Cinderella Girl, the debut single of King & Prince who debuted in 2018.
It was used as the theme song for the drama Hana Nochi Hare: Hanadan Next Season, starring Hana Sugisaki and featuring group member Sho Hirano.
This drama is a sequel to Boys Over Flowers, which starred Jun Matsumoto from the Johnny’s group Arashi.
It’s a song perfectly suited to the group name King & Prince, likening a precious girlfriend to Cinderella.
D.D.Snow Man
Snow Man is a Johnny’s idol group that began activities in 2012.
Centered around stage performances, the group is known for their honed, outstanding dance and vocals, offering high-level performances to enjoy.
Their song “D.D.” is also an up-tempo dance tune that brims with their appeal.
Pipe dreamTakkī & Tsubasa
Takki & Tsubasa was a duo formed by Hideaki Takizawa and Tsubasa Imai that disbanded in 2018.
This is their second single, “Yume Monogatari.” Many fans imitated the arm-based choreography in the chorus.
Even while the two sang, it was common to see the audience copying their moves in sync with the choreography and vocals.
In the A-melody, there were also call-and-response chants where fans called out the two members’ names.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana, SMAP’s biggest hit of the Heisei era, was written and composed by Noriyuki Makihara, who later recorded his own self-cover.
It was used as the theme song for the drama Boku no Ikiru Michi, starring group member Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.
Although the song was released in 2003, when reports of SMAP’s breakup emerged in 2016, a purchasing campaign for the single—nicknamed “hanatsumi” (flower picking)—was launched, pushing total sales past 3 million copies.
The choreography for the chorus was created by KABA-chan, and many people joined in performing the moves.
Love so sweetarashi
One of national idol group Arashi’s signature songs.
It’s also well known as the theme song for the drama “Boys Over Flowers 2 (Returns).” Since it was tied to a drama starring Jun Matsumoto, the structure—with him in the center position and given solo parts—leaves a strong impression.
With a euphoric sound that feels as if feelings for a loved one are overflowing, and lyrics that express a love that keeps growing, the song conveys a sense of gentleness and warmth.
