Lovely hit song

Iconic Johnny’s songs from the 2000s onward. Nostalgic hits that bring back memories.

Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerHoshino Takashi
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

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 (31–40)

SEXY ZONESexy Zone

Sexy Zone ｢Sexy Zone｣ (short ver.)

SEXY ZONESexy Zone

Sexy Zone’s debut single “SEXY ZONE,” released in 2011, was used as the image song for Fuji TV’s broadcast of the FIVB Volleyball World Cup 2011.

Their performance singing with rose-adorned microphones left a strong impression.

At the time of their debut, all members were in their teens—from elementary to high school students—and the song was regarded as a spirited cheer anthem brimming with the power of youth.

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CRYSTAL MOMENTKAT-TUN

KAT-TUN – CRYSTAL MOMENT [Official Live Video]

CRYSTAL MOMENTKAT-TUN

A KAT-TUN track that electrified the icy battlegrounds of winter 2022.

Chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “2022 Winter Sports,” the piece drew major attention for Sho Sakurai of Arashi, who conceived the title and wrote the rap lyrics.

Fusing words that capture the athletes’ flashes of brilliance with a grand, stadium-filling sound, it powerfully stirs the listener’s heart.

It was also included on the album “Honey,” released in March of the same year, becoming a cherished song for fans.

Listen to it before a make-or-break moment, and it will sharpen your focus and lift your spirits.

It’s an anthem that cheers on not only sports moments but anyone taking on a challenge—be sure to give it a listen!

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EUPHORIAKAT-TUN

KAT-TUN – EUPHORIA [Official Music Video]

EUPHORIAKAT-TUN

An aggressive dance number with a cool, exhilarating beat that conveys a strong determination toward the future.

Included on KAT-TUN’s double A-side single released in September 2021, this track carries the power befitting a milestone marking their 15th anniversary.

Chosen as the theme song for TV Asahi’s OshiDora Saturday drama “The High School Heroes,” starring Bishonen, it expresses heroic spirit and bonds with friends that align with the drama’s world.

With a sound themed around timeless connections and a soaring sense of uplift, it’s sure to give listeners a powerful push forward.

When you’re about to take on a challenge or want to fire yourself up, listening to it will fill you with the energy to move ahead.

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RoarKAT-TUN

KAT-TUN – Roar [Official Music Video]

RoarKAT-TUN

This is KAT-TUN’s 28th single, released in March 2021 to mark the major milestone of their 15th anniversary.

It also drew attention for being chosen as the theme song for the NTV Saturday drama “Red Eyes: Kanshi Sosahan,” starring Kazuya Kamenashi.

The lyrics express the resolve to start walking toward the future while grappling with a present that has no clear answers, and the sound—combining fragility and strength—strikes a chord.

The arrangement, in which the three members’ vocals layer over the cool tones of piano and strings, is breathtaking.

It’s a track you’ll want to sink into when you need courage to move forward or on a quiet night when you want to face yourself.

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Midnight Shadow BoyHey! Say! JUMP

“Mayonaka no Shadow Boy” was released as Hey! Say! JUMP’s 4th single.

It was chosen as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Scrap Teacher: Kyōshi Saisei,” starring members Ryosuke Yamada, Yuri Chinen, Yuto Nakajima, and Daiki Arioka.

It is one of Hey! Say! JUMP’s signature songs.

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