Hit and popular songs by Kenji Ozawa
Kenji Ozawa has been active since the late 1980s as a member of Flipper’s Guitar, and he launched his solo career in 1993.
In the 1990s, he dominated the domestic pop scene and also crossed genres with the release of “Kon’ya wa Boogie Back.”
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended songs from Kenji Ozawa’s catalog—often praised for their sophisticated music and lyrics—all at once.
Whether you’re listening to his music for the first time or have been a longtime fan, take this opportunity to revisit his popular tracks.
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Kenji Ozawa’s classic and popular songs (41–50)
In spring, I think of you.Ozawa Kenji
It was a single released in 1998.
After this single, no CD singles were released until 2017’s “Regarding the Fluid.” It’s a very relaxed, calm song that leaves you with a warm feeling.
Kenji Ozawa’s famous and popular songs (51–60)
beautyOzawa Kenji
This is a jazz arrangement of “Sayonara Nante Ienai yo,” released in 1995.
The original’s pop feel is great, but this jazz version makes the lyrics sink in more deeply.
“Sayonara Nante Ienai yo” is also one of Tamori’s favorite songs.
Tonight is the boogie backOzawa Kenji feat. Suchadarapaa
It’s a popular collaboration track by Scha Dara Parr, the leading group in the laid-back rap style that pioneered expressing everyday, ordinary moments, and Kenji Ozawa.
Centered on heading out to dance at night, it became a classic that influenced later artists and was covered by many.
Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji
One of the artists who best represents the Shibuya-kei scene is Kenji Ozawa.
Together with Keigo Oyamada, he formed Flipper’s Guitar, and their stylish sound went on to influence many musicians.
After his solo debut, in 1994 he released the single “Konya wa Boogie Back” with the hip-hop group Scha Dara Parr, a classic that is still covered by many artists today.
Another single released that same year, “Lovely,” is also one of Ozawa’s signature songs, featuring a light, catchy, and charming sound.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) ANA SUPER VALUE “Golden Week” 30 secondsOzawa Kenji
In the ANA commercial released in February 2019 for Golden Week, Ryō Yoshizawa appears alongside Haruka Ayase.
The two are cast as siblings and talk about their Golden Week travel plans.
With 2019’s Golden Week being a 10-day holiday, it’s the perfect length for a trip.
The two seem to get along well, which is heartwarming to see.
Who is knocking on the door?Ozawa Kenji
Ozawa Kenji’s eighth single, released on March 29, 1995.
A love song that knocks on your heart with an explosively bright, bubbly sound, an utterly unadorned, pure singing voice, and lyrics filled with wonderful days and hope! A highly recommended track that will make your heart feel happy and warm!
Boogie Back Tonight (“DISCO TO GO” LIVE) featuring Scha Dara ParrOzawa Kenji
It’s a song from quite a while back, but at a time when people hardly knew anything about hip-hop, it became a huge hit because it was so easy to listen to.
I’m listing this track as evidence that hip-hop culture had taken root in Japan.
It’s a classic that was later covered by numerous artists.