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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!

Iconic Johnny’s songs from the 2000s: nostalgic hits that bring back memories (111–120)

Sakura, Bloom!arashi

ARASHI – Sakura Sake [Official Music Video]
Sakura, Bloom!arashi

Arashi’s 45th single features a powerful rock-infused sound and a poignant melody that leaves a lasting impression.

Released in February 2015 as the theme song for the TBS drama “Ouroboros: This Love Is, Indeed, Justice,” the track is also included on the album “Japonism” and the best-of collection “5×20 All the BEST!! 1999–2019.” Centered on the themes of the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms and the transience of life, it gently sings of a ray of hope that carries from the present into the future.

The song topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and has sold over 520,000 copies in total.

It’s a perfect song for the season when spring arrives—an encouraging anthem that gently supports those taking a new step as the cherry blossoms begin to bloom.

It has to be you.A.B.C-Z

A.B.C-Z / It Has to Be You (Music Video_YouTube Edit)
It has to be you.A.B.C-Z

A poignant love song that overflows with deep feelings for that one special person and gratitude for having them by your side.

Sung with straightforward affection by A.B.C-Z, this track is their 14th single, released in June 2024.

It was also chosen as the ending theme for the Nippon TV information program “DayDay.” and is included on the album “F.O.R — In a Changing Era, I Want to Dance with You Who Shine.” When your feelings for someone dear grow stronger, this song will resonate in your heart as one that stays close to those emotions.

Give Me LoveHey! Say! JUMP

Hey! Say! JUMP – Give Me Love [Official Music Video]
Give Me LoveHey! Say! JUMP

A heart-stirring love song that grandly portrays the earnest longing for love over a mellow R&B sound.

The feelings of continuing to seek love under a vast sky, emotions that words can’t fully capture, and the thoughts for someone special are powerfully conveyed through Hey! Say! JUMP’s richly expressive vocals.

Released in December 2016, the song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Cain and Abel,” starring group member Ryosuke Yamada.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re uncertain about your feelings of love or when your thoughts for someone important are growing stronger.

Bittersweetarashi

ARASHI – Bittersweet [Official Music Video]
Bittersweetarashi

A classic Arashi song that expresses a sweet yet bittersweet love with a warm melody that gently embraces the heart.

This gem of a pop ballad showcases the blend of sweetness and bitterness in love through delicate harmonies and elegant dance performance.

Released in February 2014 and used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 PM drama “Heartbroken Chocolatier,” it features a sweet four-on-the-floor house sound infused with technopop elements, creating a soft, springlike atmosphere.

It’s a song that stays close to those who can only meet the one they love in their dreams or who carry an unrequited love.

Labyrinth Love Songarashi

ARASHI – Labyrinth Love Song [Official Music Video]
Labyrinth Love Songarashi

A heartfelt, bittersweet love song that expresses a fateful encounter with a rhythm like the ticking of a second hand.

The form of love Arashi portrays brims with a powerful bond that feels like a connection from a past life, and with the determination to protect the one you love.

Released in November 2011, the song drew attention as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Nazotoki wa Dinner no Ato de” starring Sho Sakurai, selling 240,000 copies on the Oricon daily singles chart the day before its release.

It was later used as the theme for the film “Nazotoki wa Dinner no Ato de,” and included on the acclaimed albums “Popcorn” and “5×20 All the BEST!! 1999-2019.” It’s a track to listen to in moments when you want to etch into your heart the time you spend with someone special, while feeling deep love and trust for the one you cherish.