Nogizaka46’s God-Tier Songs: Grabbing Fans’ Hearts! A Collection of Hits and Hidden Gems

Actually…Nogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'Actually…'

This song, with Aruno Nakanishi as the center, was released in 2022 as the group’s 29th single.

It’s an upbeat, catchy track, but the vocal melody consists of relatively relaxed, broad phrases, making it fairly easy to sing in karaoke and a good candidate for a high score.

I feel that clearly contrasting the strength of your voice between the chorus and the other parts is important when expressing this song.

Please keep that in mind as you sing.

However, if you force your voice and belt during the chorus, it can ruin the song’s atmosphere, so try to always sing with a gentle tone.

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Kei Takahata

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I see…Nogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 “I see…”

A stylish track that fuses idol pop with dance music, “I see…”.

It’s a song released in March 2020 by the hugely popular idol group Nogizaka46.

While keeping the catchy appeal typical of idol songs at its core, it incorporates an old-school disco-inspired arrangement that brings out a new charm in Nogizaka46.

In large groups, members differ in vocal range and singing ability, so songs are crafted to be reasonably easy for any member to sing.

In terms of range, melody, and rhythm, you should find it easy to sing—so give it a try!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Nogizaka46 'Steep Slope' Short Ver.

A song released as a coupling track for Nogizaka46’s 14th single, “Harujion ga Saku Koro.” It likens the person you’ve fallen for to a “steep slope,” conveying that half-hearted feelings won’t make love come true and giving you a push to sprint up that hill with all your might.

Sung by Mai Shiraishi, Sayuri Matsumura, and Nanami Hashimoto, the music video—featuring the three performing instruments—is also a must-see.

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Nogizaka46 “Kotodama Cannon”

The song “Kotodama-hou,” included as a coupling track on the 20th single “Synchronicity.” Its lyrics center on the theme of kotodama—the idea that spoken words manifest reality—and may remind you of the earnest feelings of youthful romance.

Although the melody rises and falls sharply from the very beginning, the key is low and the range isn’t wide, making it a good choice even for those who aren’t confident in their singing.

With its poppy melody and ensemble that liven up karaoke, it’s a cute number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Nogizaka46 'Kimi ni Shikarareta'

Nogizaka46, produced by Yasushi Akimoto, debuted in 2011.

This song was released in September 2021 as the group’s 28th single.

Haruka Kaki serves as the center.

The music video features a story centered on Kaki delivering a glass slipper—left behind as a lost item—to a film festival, and it’s said to be a fully fledged production complete with dialogue.

On New Year’s Eve, I’d love to end the year listening to their songs and welcome a brand-new year.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Nogizaka46 'Kizuitara Kataomoi' Short Ver.

This is the song for which Naachan—Nanase Maru, or Nanase Nishino—was selected as the center for the first time.

The music video is styled like a slightly sad drama.

Up through this eighth single, Nogizaka46 kept releasing songs with a different vibe from other idol groups, and that uniqueness was part of what attracted fans.

Take off the uniform and say goodbye…Nogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 Taking Off the Uniform to Say Goodbye…

A Nogizaka46 song that portrays the feelings of a girl saying goodbye to the special time called “uniform” and taking her first step into adulthood.

Sung by Asuka Saito and Minami Hoshino, who were both in high school at the time, their true-to-life voices further enhance the song’s fresh, innocent charm.

Listening to this track—which conveys not only hope for the future but also a tinge of sadness at leaving a familiar place—may bring back nostalgic memories of your own youth.

It’s included on the single Taiyo Knock, released in July 2015.

A refreshing, hope-filled anthem that gently supports hearts swaying with expectation and anxiety at the major milestone of graduation.