[40s] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]

Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK57rank/position

Speechless… Summer (Speechless… Summer JAYWALK ORIGINAL EDITION 1 Al Version)

The 18th single by the rock band THE JAYWALK, who made their major debut in 1981.

Originally a rearranged “summer version” of a track included on their 1990 album DOWN TOWN STORIES, it became one of THE JAYWALK’s signature songs.

With its catchy, memorable chord progression and lyrical, bittersweet words, it’s a track that’s indispensable when discussing the J-POP scene of the 1990s.

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Hoshino Takashi

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White LoveSPEED58rank/position

SPEED / White Love -Music Video-

This is the fifth single by SPEED, a four-member female idol-style dance and vocal group, which was used as the commercial song for Shiseido’s “Tissela Angel Drop.” Released on October 15, 1997, it is known as SPEED’s biggest hit, having achieved double million sales.

With its catchy melody and dance, it’s a song that can really liven up a karaoke session for people of that generation.

The melody itself is simple, but because of the twin vocals and the wide pitch range, it might be difficult to sing alone.

If you team up with a friend whose comfortable range is different from yours and set the keys to suit each of you, it becomes much easier to sing—so give it a try!

TemptationGLAY59rank/position

GLAY / Temptation

I bet many of you were totally hooked on GLAY back then.

This is a signature song by the rock band that represents Japan.

The fast-paced melody feels incredibly good, and whether you’re listening or singing along, it draws you right into its world.

Give it a go and sing it cool and with confidence!

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Murakami Shinpei

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WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You Gotta Make a MovementH Jungle with T60rank/position

WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes Start a Movement~ (Two Million Mix)

H Jungle with t is a musical unit by Masatoshi Hamada of Downtown and Tetsuya Komuro.

The unit was born from the popular TV show “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP,” and their track “WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You’ve Gotta Make a Move~” became explosively popular.

Classified in the genre known as jungle, this work is arranged with a reggae flavor throughout.

Although it features some somewhat loud sections, the overall vocal range isn’t wide, making it easy to sing and perfect for getting everyone hyped at karaoke.

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Ryo

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I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko61rank/position

Kyoko Koizumi – I'm Glad I Met You (Official Video)

Kyoko Koizumi’s classic song “I’m Glad I Met You.” Although Kyoko Koizumi has solid vocal ability, she actually has a narrow vocal range, and most of her songs don’t feature long high notes.

Among her tracks, this one is especially recommended.

The key changes in the chorus, but just as the energy rises, the melody drops in pitch, making it a comfortable vocal line for women with lower voices or those who struggle with high notes.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS62rank/position

[MV] Diamonds / Misaki Aono

Released in 1989, this song is a rock ballad that vividly portrays the feelings of being in love.

Its straightforward lyrics from a woman’s perspective and powerful vocals leave a strong impression.

It was featured in a Sony audio tape commercial and became a major hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

Total sales surpassed 1.7 million copies.

As one of Princess Princess’s signature songs, it continues to be loved by many.

It’s perfect for when you want to rekindle feelings of love or convey your feelings to someone special.

Sing it at karaoke and it’s sure to get the crowd going.

Winter, againGLAY63rank/position

GLAY / Winter, again

A song whose intro and lyrics evoke Hokkaido’s snowy landscapes, captivating many listeners.

It’s GLAY’s 16th single and was used as the campaign song for JR East’s “JR SKI SKI.” Widely loved as a track that heralds the arrival of winter, it’s also perfect as entertainment for seasonal events like year-end and New Year parties.

This rock number truly shines when heard in the cold season, and was written and composed by TAKURO with the desire to share the scenery of his hometown.

Released in 1999, this work holds a special place in GLAY’s discography.