Iconic Johnny’s songs from the 2000s onward. Nostalgic hits that bring back memories.
Timeless Johnny’s songs.
Even after the company changed its name to STARTO ENTERTAINMENT in 2023, they have continued to produce great hits.
In particular, the 2000s could be considered one of the golden eras, with legendary groups like SMAP, KinKi Kids, TOKIO, V6, and Arashi thriving.
These are tunes so familiar that you can’t help but hum along whenever you hear them!
And today, following SixTONES and Snow Man, Sexy Zone is also distributing music to global standards, making it feel like the appeal of Johnny’s is opening up to the world.
Everyone has that one song etched in their memory—your personal must-have favorite.
Focusing mainly on the big hits, we’ve carefully selected standout Johnny’s tracks from 2000 onward, with a touch of the present as well.
Please enjoy these wonderful classics that have become part of everyday life!
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Iconic Johnny’s songs since the 2000s: nostalgic hit tracks that bring back memories (71–80)
signpostbusai-ku
A group formed by Wataru Yokoo, Toshiya Miyata, Takashi Nikaido, and Kento Senga of Kis-My-Ft2.
The producer is Masahiro Nakai of SMAP, who also came up with the group’s name.
However, he had no involvement at all with this song, “Michishirube.” For this track, the four members of Busaiku did a 10-day training camp, handling everything from writing lyrics and composing to designing the jacket and planning the music video.
It’s Busaiku’s first ballad, expressing gratitude and love for someone special.
Love ZambaraKondō Masahiko
A track included on the single Zanbara, released in 2010.
The CD contains two songs with different melodies, and one of them is this Koizanbara.
Incidentally, the other song, Kokoro Zanbara, is rock-oriented and differs from this one.
Zanbara means disheveled hair.
The lyrics were written by Yasunori Kawauchi more than 20 years before this song was released, with the intention that Masahiko Kondo would sing them! It’s a song steeped in a man’s wistfulness, with a completely different tone from the Masahiko Kondo who was active in the 1980s.
Za ABC〜5stars〜A.B.C-Z
A.B.C-Z’s debut DVD “Za ABC ~5stars~,” released in 2012! It marked the first time a Johnny’s group debuted with a DVD.
The promotional video was filmed with a single camera in one continuous, uncut take lasting 4 minutes and 45 seconds.
With this song, the group finally achieved their long-awaited debut after years of performing as backup dancers for many Johnny’s groups and on stages led by stars like Koichi Domoto and Hideaki Takizawa.
It’s a track packed with the dance skills they’ve honed over the years and showcases their specialties—backflips and other acrobatic moves.
Iconic Johnny’s songs from the 2000s: nostalgic hit tracks that bring back memories (81–90)
TAKOYAKI in my heartKanjani∞
“TAKOYAKI in my heart” is the lead album track included on Kanjani Eight’s sixth album, “JUKE BOX,” released in 2013.
Kenichi Maeyamada, who handled the lyrics and composition, is better known as Hyadain, an active singer and TV personality.
Kanjani Eight is a group made up of Kansai natives, and Hyadain himself is also from Osaka, so the song bursts with Kansai flavor! The lyrics are packed with Osaka icons like Amemura, pork buns, and the Tenjin Festival.
Good day!!V6
A smash hit brimming with V6’s positive charm! Released in June 2006 as their 29th single, this track also became well-loved as the theme song for the drama “Keishicho Sousa Ikka 9 Gakari,” starring Yoshihiko Inohara.
Its straightforward message—that even ordinary days can become wonderful if you face them with a smile—blends with a lively sound to lift your spirits naturally, without feeling pushy.
It’s a magical song that blows away the blues and helps you start your day on a bright note.
fragileTOKIO
An emotionally stirring rock number written and composed by Tomoya Nagase himself.
The lyrics powerfully express the preciousness of life against the fleeting scene of cherry blossoms scattering in the wind.
Many listeners were likely moved by the raw, heartfelt vocals and the dramatic song structure.
Released in February 2016 as TOKIO’s 51st single, the track served as the theme song for the drama “Fragile,” starring Nagase.
It’s a cherry blossom song that’s sure to give you courage when you’re feeling sad but want to look ahead.
SpiderTOKIO
A rock number written and composed by Tomoya Nagase, chosen as the theme song for the drama “Wanitokagegisu.” Nagase reportedly wrote it in empathy with the clumsy yet determined protagonist struggling to live.
The earnest desire to break free from everyday anxiety and loneliness rides on a straightforward band sound that resonates deeply.
Released in August 2017, this work marked a milestone for TOKIO as a five-member group.
It’s a song you can cherish as an anthem of support: when you want to change a reality that isn’t going your way, it carries a comforting warmth that gently nudges you forward.