Candies Popular Song Rankings [2026]

the first strong spring windkyandīzu1rank/position

Haru Ichiban / Candies (with lyrics)

This is a memorable song with a bright melody that hints at the approach of warmer days as the harsh winter cold gradually eases.

It’s widely loved as one of Candies’ signature tunes, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.

Originally included on the 1975 album “Toshishita no Otokonoko,” the track was later refined in its production following a strong response and released as a single in March 1976.

Its lyrics, perfect for the season of melting snow, and its light, lively rhythm make it ideal for exercise or recreational activities.

If everyone claps along and hums together, the whole venue is sure to be enveloped in a warm atmosphere, like spring sunshine.

younger boykyandīzu2rank/position

An unprecedented cat boom! The cat song is complete!

A parody song by the “Nyandies” set to the melody of the Candies’ classic ‘Toshishita no Otokonoko,’ singing about classic cat behaviors.

It’s packed with relatable moments that even people who don’t own cats would recognize, like wanting to climb into cardboard boxes or chasing a robot vacuum.

Another highlight is how vividly you can picture each scene being sung, which really conveys the cats’ cuteness.

It feels like lyrics only someone who observes cats regularly could write—an affectionate, heartfelt parody.

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Smiling Backkyandīzu3rank/position

Smiling Back (Single Version)

Candies, an idol group that defined the Showa era.

The last single they released in February 1978, just before their breakup, is an eternal classic themed around springtime farewells and new beginnings.

While vividly depicting the real-life scene of tidying up a room for a move, the lyrics cleverly weave in the titles of their past hit songs—a stylish touch.

Filled with gratitude and a farewell message to their fans, the song moved the entire nation, even reaching No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

Despite its bright, lighthearted melody, it carries a bittersweetness that warms the heart—perfect for graduation season.

Brimming with the poise and kindness of waving goodbye with a smile at the end, this work gently supports those setting out on a new path.

I hope you are keeping well in the summer heat.kyandīzu4rank/position

Summer greetings / CANDIES

This is a fresh and friendly song themed around the classic summer greeting “shochu mimai.” It gently portrays seaside scenes, sunlight, and the bittersweet feelings of a girl in love, vividly evoking the landscapes of summer in Japan.

Released by Candies in June 1977 as a single, it is also known as a commercial song for Suntory Oolong Tea.

With its lively rhythm, bright melody, and clear, transparent harmonies, the piece is easy and fun to hum along to.

It’s perfect as a seasonal greeting or a conversation starter for reminiscing, and it offers a heartwarming time—singing together with older listeners and looking back fondly on the past.

I’m crazy about you.kyandīzu5rank/position

Candies - I'm Crazy About You

This is the landmark debut single by Candies, the three-member idol group that took Japan by storm in the 1970s.

Even the title, “Anata ni Muchū” (“Crazy About You”), is so straightforward and adorable! The fluttering excitement of a brand-new romance is brilliantly captured in its lively, up-tempo melody.

Listening to the refreshingly pure harmonies of Ran, Miki, and Sue, you can’t help but find a smile spreading across your face.

The song is packed with the fresh, unpolished charm of the group who would later become national idols—like a sparkling raw gem.

It might even bring back memories of that pure, all-consuming feeling you had when someone special was always on your mind.

Summer has come!kyandīzu6rank/position

Candies “Summer Has Come!”

This is a classic song by Candies, the idol group that blazed through the 1970s, heralding the dazzling arrival of summer.

Its invigorating sound conjures up glittering greenery and blue skies, while slightly grown-up lyrics hint at the beginning of romance, deftly capturing the sweet-and-sour essence of youth.

Released in May 1976 as their 10th single, it also served as the centerpiece of the album of the same name, “Natsu ga Kita!” The beautiful harmonies woven by Ran Ito, Miki Fujimura, and Yoshiko Tanaka are truly the group at their finest.

For some listeners, this song may vividly revive sparkling summer memories from those days.

A Smile in Returnkyandīzu7rank/position

Smiling Back / CANDIES

This song can be described as the culmination of their musical career.

It opens with a scene where a breeze announcing the arrival of spring sweeps through, then shifts to the sights of moving day.

The lyrics are sprinkled with titles of their past hit songs, where farewells and new beginnings coexist.

Released in February 1978, it became Candies’ first number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and went on to sell over one million copies.

It’s a song that brings back fond memories while giving you the courage to take a new step.

If you need a boost, be sure to give it a listen.