≒JOY Popular Songs Ranking Special. Collection of Heart-Throbbing Songs

Sweet sixteen≒JOY8rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th Song 'Sweet Sixteen' [MV full]

≒JOY is an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

Sweet Sixteen features Konoa Amano, who just turned 16, as the center.

This work focuses on the unique emotional fluctuations of being 16 and on friendship.

It seems like a perfect piece to gift to someone celebrating their 16th birthday.

The music video depicts an American-style birthday party, and it could be fun to make videos that imitate it.

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Love hurt.≒JOY9rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th Single c/w 'Love Hurt' [MV full]

It’s a love song filled with a heart-wrenching sense of longing.

“Love Hurt,” with lyrics by Rino Sashihara, delicately portrays the shock of discovering love and the confusion of feeling something inside yourself begin to change.

Included on the single “Tell Me Your Phone Number!” released in February 2026, the track features Aoi Onishi as center, and her clear, translucent vocals deeply express the song’s worldview.

The music video, featuring an angel descending into a city of skyscrapers, also became a hot topic.

Bright love songs are great, but this is the kind of piece you want to hear on nights when you want to immerse yourself in feelings so strong they make your heart ache.

It’s a beautiful yet fragile masterpiece that offers comfort to those who fear they’re the only ones changing, and to anyone who keeps loving someone with unwavering sincerity.

The rock is you!≒JOY10rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / Reone Esumi Solo Song 'The rock is you!' [MV full]

≒JOY is an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara, captivating fans with songs themed around youth and love.

Released in February 2026, this work features Renon Esumi’s first solo vocal performance.

The lyrics portray a determination to charge forward by trusting the unwavering core within oneself, giving listeners a powerful push.

As the group’s activities accelerate, the rock sound that boldly highlights her individual color is likely to heighten fans’ anticipation ahead of their 4th-anniversary concert the following month.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you need a boost—its exhilarating band sound and strong vocals inspire courage and lift your spirits.

3 months♡≒JOY11rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 3rd Single c/w '♡3 Months♡' [MV full]

A sweet and cute love song that captures the flutter of that perfect three-months-into-dating moment.

It’s the B-side track to the 3rd single “Blue Hawaii Lemon,” released in June 2025.

Many listeners can relate to the lyrics that sing of a girl’s desire to cherish anniversaries.

Center member Mizuki Oshida plays a mischievous young lady in the music video, and the musical-style storyline also drew attention.

The bright, bouncy melody alone will lift your spirits.

It’s perfect for getting in the mood before a date with your partner or for showing off your cute side at karaoke.

Sing this song, and the whole venue is sure to be wrapped in a happy vibe!

Our Song≒JOY12rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / “Our Song” (from 4th ANNIVERSARY PREMIUM CONCERT) [LIVE Ver. full]

An emotional coming-of-age number that embodies classic idol pop! It’s a single by ≒JOY, the group produced by Rino Sashihara, released in April 2026.

While it isn’t tied in with any TV shows or films, it was written specifically for the group’s 4th-anniversary concert at Nippon Budokan held in March 2026.

Centered on Reon Esumi, who serves as the center, the song is crafted as a message piece infused with the bond with fans and a resolve for the future.

Its exhilarating, sparkle-of-youth melody powerfully pushes the backs of those who want to chase their dreams together with friends.

It’s also highly recommended when you want to experience the heat and unity of a live performance.

Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE≒JOY13rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th Single c/w 'Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE' [MV full]

There are times on weekend nights when you just want to surrender to a heart-thumping beat, right? This unique track imagines ≒JOY member Aizuki Yamano firing up the floor as “DJ ALICE,” pairing lyrics that capture a thrilling night with euphoric, uplifting sounds to create a party anthem.

The lyrics by Rino Sashihara express the push and pull of romance with the word “playful bite,” sure to set your heart racing just by listening.

It was included as a coupling track on the group’s 4th single, “Tell Me Your Phone Number!,” released in February 2026.

The music video features flashy performances in a club setting, too.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to have a blast with friends or boost your mood on a drive.

Nearjoy Ondo≒JOY14rank/position

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / “Near-joy Ondo” (from National Tour 2025 “Our moon is getting full”) [LIVE ver. full]

The moment the lively intro—reminiscent of Japanese festival music—kicks in, you’re instantly swept up in a thrill that makes your body move on its own.

With lyrics by Rino Sashihara, this track brilliantly fuses idol pop with Bon Odori, creating a festival anthem that lifts your spirits just by listening.

It was freshly etched into memory when it was unveiled as a surprise during the Tokyo stop of the nationwide tour “Our moon is getting full” in September 2025, igniting the venue into a frenzy.

The setup, where members in happi coats and fans become one, is truly a live-show catalyst.

The sounds of taiko drums and flutes bring a fresh twist, setting it apart from typical idol songs.

It’s the perfect tune for when you want to make a joyful ruckus with everyone or crank up the energy at karaoke!