A carefully curated selection of M!LK’s recommended songs: timeless tracks fans will want to replay again and again

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M!LK – Ii jan (Official Music Video) [76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen performance song]

A number brimming with positive energy, sung by the group as they reach the major milestone of their 10th anniversary.

The lyrics, which wholeheartedly affirm each listener’s true self, resonate deeply and are filled with a warmth that gives you the confidence to think, “I’m fine just the way I am,” no matter who you are.

With lyrics penned by Kenji Itoso and Yoko Kanno, this track is included as the lead song on the album “M!Ⅹ,” set for release in March 2025, with advance streaming beginning in February of the same year.

It sparked a major buzz that year and led to their big breakthrough.

Beyond the fun of the sudden shift from an idol-style pop vibe to an EDM sound, the members of M!LK give you a powerful push forward—so give it a listen when you’re feeling unsure about something or when you want to learn to love yourself.

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M!LK – Everybody Good Job! (Official Music Video)

M!LK is a dance and vocal group from Stardust Promotion.

If you’re looking for an uplifting anthem packed with their signature boundless brightness and affirmation, this is it—their major 6th single released in October 2024.

It embraces the anxiety and fatigue we feel in daily life and work with a reassuring “It’s gonna be okay,” delivering a message that truly resonates.

The music video, themed around working people, also became a hot topic, with the members comically portraying various professions and perfectly expressing the song’s world.

At concerts, the call-and-response with the audience creates a powerful sense of unity—an absolute party tune that gets the whole venue hyped.

Whether you play it during those hectic, alarm-chased mornings or on your commute home after work, this track is guaranteed to naturally spark the energy you need for tomorrow.

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M!LK – Faintly, It Was You. (Official Music Video)

A number brimming with the unique freshness only M!LK can deliver—one you can’t help but want to hear the moment you sense summer approaching.

Riding on a breezy beat, it doesn’t just portray a simple, happy romance; it captures feelings so delicate and faint they seem as if they might break.

Written and composed by Kentaro Sonoda, the song follows the classic path of sparkling idol pop while leaving behind a somewhat fleeting afterglow—that’s its charm.

Released as a single in July 2019, it garnered strong support from many fans, reaching No.

4 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It was later included on albums such as “Juvenilizm -Seishun Shugi-,” and it holds a special place in live performances as well.

It’s perfect not only under the midsummer blue sky, but also for listening alone at dusk when the sun starts to dip.

A masterpiece among masterpieces that lets you savor both the brilliance and the bittersweetness of youth at the same time.

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M!LK – topaz (Official Music Video)

This work balances the glittering splendor of a prince with a firm resolve to protect those you love.

Set to a sparkling sound, messages of “sincerity” and “hope” are delivered in a way that’s sure to stir your heart.

The song is included as the lead track on the album “Jewel,” released in June 2023.

Its title derives from the birthstone of November, the month M!LK was formed, making it a special number that embodies the group’s important milestones and determination.

Its charm lies not only in the idealized image it reaches for, but also in the kindness that stays close with down-to-earth words.

When you’re feeling low and need courage, this is the song to play—a radiant track that represents the very essence of M!LK.

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Ai chandelier

For anyone who wants to break free from a boring routine and dive into a sparkling, extraordinary world, I highly recommend this track that opens M!LK’s major-label first album, “Jewel.” Released in June 2023, the song likens love to a giant chandelier and brims with the exhilaration of a glamorous party kicking off.

The lyrics prioritize the sound and rhythm of the words over literal meaning, and the buoyant, parade-like arrangement instantly whisks listeners away to a dreamlike stage.

Although it isn’t tied to any specific drama or film, its celebratory vibe—perfect for a live show opener—is highly praised by fans.

Give it a listen when you want to boost your energy on a morning commute or when you’re facing a make-or-break moment.

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Hooray! Hooray! Me! (2023)

M!LK is a group that’s won popularity with their energetic performances and approachable personalities.

While they’re often categorized as classic pop, they actually center on a more shapeshifting concept, and they’re known for songs that really light up live shows.

Among M!LK’s tracks, the one I especially recommend—where the members’ individualities truly explode—is “Hurray! Hurray! Me!” Originally the B-side to the single “Shingakki A La Carte,” released in March 2016, it was re-recorded by the current lineup for the 2023 album “Jewel,” making it an important number that reflects the group’s history.

At concerts, the call-and-response moments that unite the whole venue are absolutely irresistible! It’s perfect when you need a boost of energy or want to dive deeper into their appeal—why not add it to your playlist?

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Emerging from Stardust Promotion and captivating fans with their shape-shifting activities, M!LK.

The song that marked the opening of their career was this memorable debut track.

It humorously portrays a boy’s comedic mishap on a first date—trying to act cool and ordering a drink he’s bad with—and its down-to-earth cuteness is irresistibly charming.

Released in March 2015, the track was also used as the ending theme for the TV anime “Pankis! 2D,” cementing the group’s approachable character.

Later included on their first album “Ousama no Gyunyu (King’s Milk),” it’s a song that has been lovingly carried forward at key milestones, which is truly moving.

Packed with fresh momentum and playfulness, it’s a perfect pick-me-up and an ideal track for anyone wanting to experience M!LK’s origins.