Ranking Natori’s songs: a deep dive into the charm that hooks you more with every listen
Natori’s songs are irresistible: melodies that stick in your head after a single listen and lyrics that slip right into your heart.
Before you know it, you might find yourself hitting repeat.
In this article, we’ll introduce Natori’s tracks in a ranked format, with plenty of picks to explore.
Whether you’re a longtime fan who knows the catalog inside out or someone just getting started, you’re sure to discover a new favorite.
Be sure to read through to the end!
Natori’s song rankings: A deep dive into the charm that hooks you more with every listen (1–10)
Metro CityNEW!imase & natori1rank/position
A city pop–style dance number featuring a snappy guitar riff and breezy sax has arrived.
This second collaboration between imase and Natori deftly captures the feelings of young people moving from the countryside to a big city, with “moving to Tokyo” as its theme.
Released in September 2024, the track rides an easygoing rhythm to express both the allure of the metropolis and the gap with reality.
At karaoke, you can get into the spirit of heading to Tokyo with friends—belt out the chorus together or turn each other’s hometowns into playful parody lyrics—the ways to enjoy it are endless.
It’s a perfect pick for anyone who longs for the city or is just starting a new chapter in life.
CatherineNEW!natori2rank/position
First unveiled at the spring 2024 1st solo concert “Gekijou,” this track has long been awaited by fans for an official release.
Included as the B-side to singer-songwriter Natori’s single “Serenade,” released in February 2026, it’s an upbeat dance tune adorned with a vibrant horn section.
Its exhilarating pace and driving beat race through in about two and a half minutes, making your body move almost instinctively.
The lyrics, laced with sharp, ironic turns of phrase, seem to reflect the distortions of modern society, drawing listeners into its world.
Even among the much-discussed release whose title track serves as the ending theme for the TV anime Oshi no Ko Season 3, this is a highly addictive number that captures the frenzy of a live performance.
Cult.NEW!natori3rank/position
Singer-songwriter Natori, whose 2022 release “Overdose” became a viral hit and won fervent support especially among younger listeners.
As a pre-release from the first album “Gekijou,” the track “Cult.” dropped in November 2023 and drew attention for featuring Suchmos’s TAIKING on guitar.
Its driving band sound and up-tempo groove make your body move almost instinctively.
The contrast with the introspective lyrics is striking, and pairing it with the music video—projecting his own boyhood—lets you immerse yourself even deeper in the world of the song.
It’s an irresistibly addictive pop tune, perfect for nighttime drives or whenever you want to lift your mood.
DRESSING ROOMNEW!natori4rank/position
Among their stylish tracks that shine with a one-of-a-kind sense, the one I especially recommend was released in February 2025.
This song lets you savor the exhilaration of breaking free from the constraints of daily life and the gaze of others, dancing the night away with your own steps.
With Shin Sakiura on arrangement, the cool, groovy sound pleasantly sets your body in motion.
The music video also weaves in a connection to the hit song “Friday Night,” adding a narrative layer to enjoy.
It’s perfect for a night drive or whenever you want to immerse yourself in sleek, stylish music—be sure to give it a listen.
IN_MY_HEADNEW!natori5rank/position
A rock tune that could be called Natori’s new frontier, fusing intense band sounds with dance beats.
The lyrics, themed around inner conflict and liberation from repression, may awaken the impulse to be yourself without worrying about others’ eyes.
First unveiled at a solo show in October 2024, it sent the venue into a frenzy.
Released digitally in November 2024, this work can be seen as an ambitious statement that symbolizes his further evolution leading into the 2025 Zepp tour and the Nippon Budokan concert scheduled for February 2026.
Its brain-scrambling, energetic sound is a highly addictive number—perfect for nights when you want to forget everyday stress and dance your heart out, or when you feel like setting yourself free.
OverdoseNEW!natori6rank/position
This signature piece by Natori weaves languid vocals with a sophisticated dance beat.
Its lyrics evoke a dangerous relationship that deepens despite knowing it’s wrong, and a sense of escape—an atmosphere that has captivated countless listeners.
Released digitally in September 2022 and later included on his first album, “Gekijō,” the track exploded in popularity, topping charts across Asia after gaining traction on social media.
It’s perfect for a night drive or evenings when you want to be alone with your thoughts and sink into a slightly ennui-tinged mood.
It’s a standout I can confidently recommend as a first listen—not only to trend-savvy listeners but also to anyone new to his music.
SPEEDNEW!natori7rank/position
This commercial introduces Aquarius as the perfect way to hydrate during sports in the hot season.
The footage features basketball player Yuki Kawamura, skateboarder Ren Yoshizawa, and Shoyo Hinata from the anime Haikyu!!, each shown playing their sport and drinking Aquarius.
The background music continues with Natori’s “SPEED” from the previous commercial—a song released in April 2025 whose lyrics, infused with the determination to sprint toward one’s goal, are sure to inspire many.
With its up-tempo beat, it’s a track that fills you with energy as you listen.
