The first Japanese trainee at YG Entertainment! NOA’s popular songs
Singer-songwriter NOA was scouted at a Korean hair salon at the age of 12 and became the first Japanese trainee at YG Entertainment.
He made his major debut in 2021 and has showcased his talents across singing, songwriting, and dance performance.
He also debuted as an actor in 2022, making us all excited to see what he’ll do next.
This time, we’re introducing a ranking of NOA’s most popular songs—be sure to check it out so you don’t miss the wave!
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The first Japanese trainee at YG Entertainment! NOA’s popular songs (1–10)
YBOMNOA8rank/position
NOA is a singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming popularity among young people for his K-POP-influenced musicality and striking looks.
Although many of his songs are quite challenging, “YBOM” is easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident in their vocals.
The biggest point of this track is that there are very few long sustained notes.
It’s not hardcore rap, but most of the song features melodious, rap-like passages, making it comfortable even for people who struggle with breathing.
On top of that, the vocal range is fairly narrow, so even those who can’t hit high notes should be able to sing it without difficulty.
betweenNOA9rank/position
Singer-songwriter NOA, who moved to Korea at 12 inspired by BIGBANG and, after being scouted, became YG Entertainment’s first Japanese trainee.
His digital single “between,” released on October 27, 2023, features a stylish 2-step deep house sound.
The lyrics—about wanting to change an unchanging relationship while emotions overflow—will likely resonate with anyone who’s experienced unrequited love, bringing back personal memories.
It’s a cool, fast-paced pop tune that you’ll want to sing at karaoke.
Embrace the presentNOA10rank/position
This song was created by NOA, the duo unit of Atsuko Sendo and Eisaku Yoshida, as the theme for the drama ‘Tetteteki ni Ai wa…’.
YOSHIKI, also known for his work with X JAPAN, handled production and composition.
Since it’s a duet by the two leads of the drama, it invites listeners to imagine their relationship within the story.
Beginning with alternating vocal lines and developing into a harmonized duet toward the end, the structure evokes the sense of the two growing closer.
The first Japanese trainee at YG Entertainment! NOA’s popular songs (11–20)
TAXI feat. tofubeatsNOA11rank/position
Noa is a singer based in Sendai.
Although his biography lists his genre as J-POP, many of his songs strongly lean toward R&B, frequently incorporating R&B-style tracks and vocal runs.
His hit song “TAXI feat.
tofubeats” features tofubeats, one of Japan’s leading trackmakers.
With its groovy sound and flowing vocals, it’s highly recommended for fans of classic R&B.