Johnny's WEST's masterpieces and popular songs
Here are some songs by Johnny’s WEST, an idol group under Johnny & Associates that has been active since 2014.
As their name suggests, Johnny’s WEST is made up of members from Kansai Johnny’s Jr.
They are the first group in ten years to carry on the Kansai spirit since Kanjani Eight, who have gone on to become a nationwide sensation.
Originally, the group was supposed to debut with the current seven members, but just a few hours before their unveiling at the Johnny’s Countdown Live at the end of 2013, they were suddenly told they would debut as four.
They went on to perform in that day’s show as planned, but believing that the other three members’ strength was essential to aim for a nationally popular group, they later negotiated with the agency, and their debut as the current seven-member lineup was realized.
The performances of Johnny’s WEST, formed with such strong determination, truly resonate with the heart.
Please give a listen even to the songs you don’t know yet.
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Johnny's WEST's classic and popular songs (11–20)
Akan LOVE ~It’s Pure, Simple Love~Janīzu WEST
It’s included on the mini-album Paripipo, released in July 2015.
The song features Kansai-dialect lyrics and portrays the struggle of not being able to get the person you like to notice you.
Along with a performance highlighted by memorable parapara dance moves, its catchy melody sticks in your head and makes you want to listen to it over and over.
red scarfJanīzu WEST
“Red Scarf” is a bittersweet ballad about wishing you could go back to the days you were together if you could turn back time, while still hoping for the other person’s happiness.
The tender melody and heartrending lyrics really sink in.
Of course the beautiful harmonies stand out, but I think Ryusei-kun’s poignant vocal delivery is also a key point! It’s a hidden gem I want even people who don’t usually listen to Johnny’s songs to hear.
KIZUNAJanīzu WEST
This is a song included on their fifth single, “Gyakuten Winner,” released in 2016.
Even if you’ve shed many tears, I’ll keep calling out to you—and you’re not alone.
It’s a song that carries a message appealing to a heart that’s hard to open.
Something NewNEW!WEST.
This track drew attention because singer-songwriter Aimyon handled both the lyrics and composition.
While themed around weddings, it’s crafted as a powerful anthem that cheers on anyone taking a new step in life.
It’s WEST.’s 16th single, released in May 2021.
Produced to mark the 7th anniversary of their debut, it was widely embraced by fans, debuting at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart in its first week.
Another highlight is that the music video was filmed in a single take.
Beyond weddings, this song gives courage when leaping into new environments like starting school or a job.
It’s a masterpiece where warm lyrics blend with the members’ vocals.
obsessive loveNEW!WEST.
This is a track that makes your heart skip a beat with the eerie atmosphere that wafts in from the intro.
In contrast to the bright pop WEST.
excels at, it delivers a weighty love laced with obsession and madness.
It was released for streaming in January 2026 as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Zenbu, Anata no Tame Dakara,” starring Ryusei Fujii.
It’s also included on the album “Yui Itsu Mu Ni.” The fast-paced beat and rap heighten the tension, and the more you listen, the more you’ll be drawn into its dense world.
This work portrays an adult romance that’s not merely sweet.
Give it a listen when you’re in the mood for a story that feels like a provocative love suspense.
evidenceNEW!WEST.
A signature song by WEST.
packed with a fiery message—one you’ll want to hear on nights when your heart is unsteady.
Set to a driving band sound, it’s an anthem to life that wholeheartedly affirms the clumsy yet determined urge to keep moving forward.
Many will likely find solace in its powerful lyrics that acknowledge even the struggle of things not going well as a “sign you’re trying.” Released in June 2020, the track is also included on the album “rainboW,” and it drew major attention as the theme song for the drama “How to Form a Correct Rock Band,” in which the members starred.
It garnered widespread support, debuting at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Ranking—a true classic.
It’s perfect for those moments when you just can’t find your confidence or need someone to give you a push, so be sure to check it out!
Johnny's WEST's masterpieces and popular songs (21–30)
AWARDNEW!WEST.
A pop tune that combines a warmth that affirms everyday, ordinary moments with the festive atmosphere of a 10th-anniversary celebration.
It’s a song by WEST., a group from the Kansai region.
In the lyrics, “awards” are reimagined as praise for small, daily happenings, carrying a message that wholly validates listeners’ everyday lives.
Included as the lead track on the best-of album “AWARD,” released in March 2024, this piece is crafted to brightly illuminate the road ahead.
It’s perfect for those who want to start their day with a positive mindset.