[2026] Songs with Spoken Lines: Introducing Recent Hits

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iVy | any n○ise – Music video

Amid a soundscape that feels both nostalgic and dreamlike, this song’s murmured narration resonates deep in the chest—you may have already heard it in the indie scene.

It’s a single released in April 2025 by the duo iVy, comprised of fuki and pupu, and it was also included on their June release that same year, the album “Confused Appetite.” It drew attention for breaking into the Top 10 on Singapore’s iTunes Store in the Alternative Top Songs chart.

While holding unspoken anxiety and loneliness, its prayer-like poetry reading quietly seeps into the listener’s inner world.

It’s a beautiful yet urgent track, perfect for nights when you don’t want to talk to anyone or when you want to face your own heart.

Absolute Diva Declaration!Orukeria (Purinsesu Rippuru × Purinsesu Jīru × Purinsesu Mītia / CV: Aoi Azusa, Fujimoto Yuri, Tachibana Anzu)

Original TV anime “Princesssion Orchestra” OP theme ‘Absolute Diva Declaration!’

This work, composed and written by Noriyasu Agematsu of Elements Garden, fuses orchestral sound with idol pop.

It serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Princesssion Orchestra,” which began airing in January 2025.

Sung by Orcheria, the track’s biggest highlight is the interspersed spoken lines alongside solo parts and unison sections.

It’s packed with fiery words that symbolize the battles of a songstress, as well as narration that conveys bonds with her companions.

It was also performed at “LisAni! LIVE 2025” at Nippon Budokan in January 2025, creating major buzz.

Perfect for those who want to split parts with friends at karaoke or who love story-driven anisong.

Put your heart into the spoken lines and sing as a princess!

a tease; someone who leads others on≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 7th Single “Flirtatious Tease” [MV full]

A song that shines with the sweet, heart-fluttering emotional expressions infused by Rino Sashihara, delicately portraying the feelings of a girl in love.

Cleverly sprinkled with cute onomatopoeia, it’s packed with a woman’s complex emotions—from intense feelings for the other person and assertiveness to, at times, forceful displays of affection.

Released in September 2023 as the seventh single, it features Hitomi Suzuki as center for the first time.

The music video, directed by Seito Nakajima, captivates with a love story set in a fairy-tale world.

It’s a track you can enjoy even more at karaoke by delivering the spoken lines with feeling.

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[MV] FRUITS ZIPPER “Kagami”

An adorable song packed with FRUITS ZIPPER’s charm that turns the time you spend in front of the mirror every morning into a magical moment.

It carries a positive message about looking at yourself through the mirror and becoming a cuter, more radiant you.

Blending enigmatic incantations with a magical-girl aesthetic, it creates a fantastical atmosphere.

Chosen as the web commercial song for Haruyama’s “Homerare Suit,” which has been available since January 2025, it’s drawing attention alongside a video featuring the members.

This release is the first installment of FRUITS ZIPPER’s three-month consecutive release project, with the music video scheduled to premiere on January 31, 2025.

It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to start their morning routine or a new chapter in life with a positive mindset.

Offering a chance to reflect on yourself amid glamorous production, the song has also become a hot topic on social media.

Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE

[MV] CANDY TUNE “Bai Bai FIGHT!”

This is a CANDY TUNE song released in April 2024, filled with positive vibes and energetic sound as a cheering anthem.

The lyrics, carried by the melody, convey the importance of caring for and loving others, as well as the strength to push forward toward your goals.

What stands out in this work is the upbeat rhythm that’s fun to enjoy with dance, and the vocal parts that highlight each member’s individuality.

On TikTok, a unique dance where the members line up in a single vertical file and pop out to the sides drew attention and took the top spot on the charts.

Riding that momentum, their commemorative tour across Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka included two additional days at Makuhari Event Hall.

It’s a song that resonates with the younger generation who enjoy social media and with everyone who strives hard every day.

Be my girlfriend.Snow Man

Snow Man “Be My Girlfriend.” Lip Sync Video YouTube Ver.

This song portrays a poignant love story between a man and a woman who are not quite lovers yet.

Scenes like the two snuggling on a late-night sofa, melting ice, and their eyes meeting are sprinkled throughout, filling it with heart-fluttering moments.

Snow Man’s sweet vocals and sound gently wrap the feelings of being in love.

The track was included as a B-side to the single “Secret Touch,” released in December 2021, and served as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “My Love Mix-Up!” As the second installment in the “Kimikare Trilogy,” continuing from the previous song “Kimi no Kareshi ni Naritai.,” it has been highly praised by fans.

It’s a recommended song for anyone who’s excited by a one-sided crush or wants to liven up a karaoke session.

First Lovenaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – First Love (Ubu Love) [Music Video Dance ver.]

Released in November 2021 as their debut single, this track is a love song brimming with youthful “aoharu” vibes.

It captures the sparkle of a once-in-a-lifetime first love, with Naniwa Danshi’s vocals resonating in listeners’ hearts.

The music video is a coming-of-age ensemble piece in which the seven members, working at a gas station, experience love at first sight.

Their feelings of love are expressed through dance performances, and related video posts were encouraged on YouTube Shorts and TikTok.

Striking a chord with young hearts, the song has earned broad support across demographics.

It depicts heart-pounding moments and the exhilaration of romance, making it a perfect pick-me-up.

Once you hear it, you’ll want to play it on repeat—a refreshing, uplifting tune.