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Ranking of NEWS's Popular Songs [2026]
NEWS is a group of four uniquely talented members: Koyama, Kato, Tegoshi, and Masuda.
At the time of their debut, they were a nine-member group that included Tomohisa Yamashita and Ryo Nishikido.
The current members, who have overcome crises such as departures, maintain a strong bond.
Here, we introduce their most popular songs in a ranking format.
NEWS Popular Song Ranking [2026] (1–10)
ChankapanaNEWS1rank/position
When you want to belt it out at karaoke and feel totally refreshed, NEWS is the group that brings overwhelming hype.
This song, whose title features an exotic coined word meaning “beloved person,” is a dance-pop track marked by a catchy melody and a comfortable rhythm.
The exhilarating sense of release that bursts open in the chorus is irresistible.
Released in July 2012 as a milestone marking the group’s fresh start, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a perfect song for grabbing the mic together and singing your hearts out.
weeeekNEWS2rank/position
Born from a luxurious collaboration featuring a brand-new song written by GReeeeN, this is a cheer anthem that sends support to everyone who works.
The lyrics, themed around the days of the week, carry a powerful message: even as we feel worn out by the repetition that starts on Monday, let’s keep moving forward with a positive spirit toward the weekend’s fun.
Released as a single in November 2007, it also became widely known as the commercial song for the clothing brand Crymson / RUSS-K.
Its rock-infused sound and bouncing rhythm will have your body moving before you know it.
This track is perfect for an energy boost to power through each day.
Listen to it during your morning commute or when you need one last push, and refresh both your mind and body!
To You Who Don’t Know LoveNEWS3rank/position
A heartbreak song by NEWS.
Many listeners may feel their hearts tighten as they picture the protagonist longing to return to that summer, thinking of a precious person they’ll never be able to meet again.
The pain learned only through falling in love, and the regret of wishing they had stayed just friends—these might be feelings you recognize, too.
Released in July 2016, the song served as the theme for the drama “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,” starring member Shigeaki Kato, and added color to the story.
It’s a tear-jerking masterpiece packed with an irrepressible, swelling tenderness.
Happy BirthdayNEWS4rank/position
NEWS’s “Happy Birthday” is a song that lets you say both “Congratulations” and “Thank you.” Released in 2008, it was written and composed by the singer-songwriter SEAMO.
It expresses the feeling of “Happy Birthday” precisely because you’re together right now.
And above all, it conveys gratitude—“Thank you”—for the encounter between the two of you that made such a moment possible.
It also carries the wish that this wonderful feeling will continue far into the future, something you can share with someone special.
Send your overflowing love along with this song to celebrate the birthday of someone dear to you!
Live.NEWS5rank/position
NEWS’s song resonates as a rousing anthem that powerfully questions the meaning of life.
Chosen as the theme for a drama starring Shigeaki Kato, it was released in September 2018 as a work commemorating the 15th anniversary of NEWS’s formation.
With lyrics that sing of the courage to face life’s hardships and the importance of bonds with friends, it gently gives listeners a push forward.
Sung over a relaxed tempo, the words form a heartwarming number that empowers you to keep looking ahead and live on, no matter how tough the circumstances.
Sakura GirlNEWS6rank/position
A bittersweet yet beautiful love song by NEWS that you’ll want to listen to with the arrival of spring.
Released as a single in March 2010, it exquisitely intertwines delicate piano melodies with a driving beat.
Layered over the image of falling cherry blossoms are the end of a romance and the indelible memories left in the heart.
The phrase repeated in the chorus vividly evokes scenes of parting in the listener’s mind.
Upon release, it topped the Oricon Weekly Chart and earned Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan, marking solid achievements.
In this season where meetings and farewells intersect, this song will gently nudge you forward as you take a new step.
Love ABONEWS7rank/position
Among NEWS’s songs, this is one that even people who aren’t very familiar with their music are likely to recognize.
It’s a disco-like, upbeat track with a groove that makes you want to dance with some fitting moves as you sing along.
The lyrics are about blood types, highlighting the characteristics of each one.
If you perform it at a year-end party, it might get an even bigger reaction if you switch the parts introducing blood type traits to traits of people around you!
Sister Summer of the SeasideNEWS8rank/position
A refreshing song by NEWS that makes you want to bask in the summer sun.
This track is sung from a male perspective, capturing admiration for an older woman he meets by the seaside and sparkling summer memories—it’s enough to make your heart flutter just by listening.
Released in July 2013 as their 17th single, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Frequently performed on music shows, it’s a beloved summer classic.
Put it on during a summer drive or at the beach to take the excitement to the next level!
U R not aloneNEWS9rank/position
A mid-tempo ballad whose warm, reassuring message—“You’re not alone”—strikes a chord in the heart.
Created by GReeeeN, it’s included on their ninth album, NEVERLAND.
Released in 2017, the song drew a huge response when it was performed on Nippon TV’s “24-Hour Television: Love Saves the Earth.” The lyrics, which encourage you to face your past and take a brave new step forward, are especially memorable.
Its powerful melody line, blending pop and rock elements, radiates uplifting energy.
A perfect track for when you’re feeling down or want to cheer someone up.
full swingNEWS10rank/position
Released in July 2012, this song is a symbolic track that embodies NEWS’s fresh start.
Coming after the group went from six members to four, it holds a special place in fans’ hearts.
Its theme of chasing dreams with everything you’ve got resonates through an uplifting, emotional sound.
The lyrics, which sing of human connections, partings, and the courage to move forward, are universally relatable.
In 2016, the song was performed on 24-Hour TV and received a huge response.
Packed with the essence of NEWS, this piece is perfect for times when you want to overcome setbacks and keep pushing on—highly recommended for anyone in need of a boost.