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

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Nogizaka46 “Beyond Nostalgia”

An emotional atmosphere flows from this bittersweet mid-tempo ballad themed around graduation.

As a center song for Yuki Yoda, it features a grand arrangement built on piano and strings.

In the multiverse-themed music video, an idol’s life intersects with worlds of alternative possibilities, narratively tracing her path as an artist.

Released as a digital single on February 3, 2025, and followed by the music video on February 11 of the same year, this piece has carved a new chapter in Nogizaka46’s history.

Directed by Seita Yamagishi, the MV also drew attention for its innovative use of Yoda’s first-person perspective.

As an empowering song that resonates with anyone standing at a crossroads in life, it’s sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Nogizaka46 “Expressionless” Trailer

It’s a unit song by Erika Ikuta and Sayuri Matsumura, and as the title suggests, they basically sing it with a “poker face,” but the occasional smiles they show during live performances are adorable.

This song is also fun with call-and-response parts, so be sure to check out videos that include the calls.

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Nogizaka46 – Ikua te no nai bokutachi Kan/Rom/Eng Lyrics

It’s a hidden gem included on Type-D of their 15th single, ‘Hadashi de Summer.’ If you name this as your favorite Nogizaka song, you’ll definitely come across as a Nogizaka46 connoisseur.

The track is a unit song by Sayuri Inoue and Marika Ito, and the short movie featuring the two as leads has also become a hot topic.

It’s a lovely song that captures the essence of Nogizaka.

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Nogizaka46 'If You Can Do It Someday, You Can Do It Today'

The 19th single, with Asuka Saito and Nanase Nishino serving as double centers, was also the theme song for the film Asahinagu.

Nanase Nishino played the protagonist in that movie as well.

The lyrics, which convey a message like “You’ll be able to do it someday, so face forward and keep trying,” seem to speak both to Nogizaka46 themselves and to listeners.

The bouncy chorus is sure to lift your spirits!

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Nogizaka46 'Kizuitara Kataomoi' Short Ver.

This is the song for which Nanase Nishino—now the unshakable, absolute ace—served as center for the first time.

Thanks to its excellent lyrics, it became a track that helped boost Nogizaka46’s popularity among women.

In the music video, Nishino, whose character has only a short time left due to illness, struggles to fulfill her role as center, making it very moving.

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Nogizaka46 “Scent of a Dream” Music Video

“Yume no Nioi,” included on the 40th single “Biryani” released in November 2025, is a graduation solo song performed by 3rd-generation member Shiori Kubo.

Its gentle melody and her clear, translucent vocals convey her resolve to leave the group and move forward on a new path.

It also fulfills the words she exchanged with fans around 2017—“A solo song in eight years?”—an episode that alone is enough to stir the heart.

It’s a warm ballad that quietly supports those standing at a crossroads in life.

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Nogizaka46 'Taiyo Knock' Short Ver.

This is the theme song for the sports-themed drama “Hatsumori Bemars,” featuring the group’s members.

It also drew attention because Rina Ikoma returned to the center position for the first time in seven releases.

It’s a bright, summery track, and in keeping with the drama, performances at live shows sometimes featured uniform-style outfits, which left a strong impression.