Recent songs sung by male vocalists in Japanese music [2026]
In Japan’s music scene, countless artists emerge every day, each releasing a variety of tracks.
Recently, many songs have broken through thanks to social media like TikTok, and music trends are changing at a rapid pace.
In this article, we’ll spotlight the latest Japanese songs you often hear on social media and around town, focusing on tracks with male vocals.
We’ve picked selections across genres—from singer-songwriters to rock bands—so take this opportunity to give them a thorough listen.
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Recent Songs [2026] Sung by Male Vocalists in Japanese Music (111–120)
GroundsGENERATIONS × Da-iCE
GENERATIONS, who electrify audiences on massive stages, and Da-iCE, who have steadily earned acclaim with their twin-vocal prowess.
Their first collaborative track, released in September 2025, is a number that likens the paths they’ve walked to a “foundation,” singing their resolve for the future.
Affirming the efforts they’ve made so far, its powerful message toward the next challenge is sure to give a push to anyone striving toward a goal.
With weighty harmonies that stir the heart, it’s a dance tune that raises a signal flare for a new era.
BFXFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE
FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE is a dance and vocal group that has gained popularity for their skillful dance and expressive vocals.
Their 16th single, released in September 2025, makes a strong impact with a sound that portrays a butterfly’s flutter transforming into a storm.
The message—that small triggers can create a big future—gives you the courage to believe in your potential.
It’s a high-velocity dance tune whose melody blends seduction and strength, pushing you forward.
Don’t Mind Me (feat. Sota Hanamura from Da-iCE)Ayumu Imazu
A male duo song marked by a comfortable harmony that feels like a heart-to-heart with a best friend.
The perfectly synced vocals of Ayumu Imazu and Sota Hanamura gently wrap away everyday stress and worries.
Celebrating the importance of living true to oneself, this track was released in March 2023 and was also selected as the theme song for the professional baseball broadcast program “S☆1 BASEBALL.” It’s the first collaborative work between Ayumu Imazu and Sota Hanamura, who is active as a vocalist of Da-iCE.
It’s a motivational song that, when played as morning commute or school BGM, can lift your spirits and help you face the day positively.
speech and writingRADWIMPS
Recorded for the album Anyu, released to mark the 20th anniversary of their major-label debut, this track centers on the theme of feelings “beyond words,” as its title suggests.
Names lingering in a phone book, memories that gradually fade, emotions left unsaid—its lyrics weave life’s pain and emptiness from such everyday fragments, piercing the listener’s heart.
The lyrical melody unfolding over a medium-tempo band sound feels like watching a single film from start to finish.
It’s a number we hope those at a turning point in life will take the time to listen to.
Reaching for Your LightIwatatakanori
Takanori Iwata, who has been active as a performer in Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS and EXILE and has won numerous awards as an actor, released “Reaching for Your Light” via streaming in October 2025.
The song was written as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama NEXT series “My Oshi Became My Boss: Full Throttle.” This work portrays a bittersweet longing for someone out of reach as a single ray of light piercing the darkness.
Its driving melody and straightforward, love-song lyrics resonate deeply.
It’s a number that will encourage anyone troubled by an unattainable love or holding on to earnest feelings.
First kissrikon densetsu
Released for streaming in October 2025, this work is a newly written song created as the TV commercial track for Honda’s VEZEL e:HEV RS.
Its appeal lies in a driving feel like a tailwind that evokes bittersweet memories, and the lyrics revolve around the theme of unwavering feelings for a precious person, even as the world keeps flowing by.
The melody line, carrying raw emotion, and the groovy sound are irresistible.
It’s also perfect for moments when you want to look back on the time spent with your partner.
I Want You BackBE:FIRST
BE:FIRST covers a classic by The Jackson 5.
Released ahead of their best-of album BE:ST, which came out in October 2025, this track serves as the lead single.
It employs a hip-hop-inspired approach: recording a live band through the legendary Neve 8068 console, then reconstructing those performances as sampled material.
The dense arrangement—where rap and harmonies fuse with the propulsive energy of the Motown sound—is irresistible.
It’s a landmark number where the timeless groove of the ’60s and ’70s meets a contemporary sensibility.