≠ME’s Most Popular Songs Ranked: A Collection Where Cuteness and Talent Shine

Last chance, last dance≠ME8rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 1st Album Lead Track 'Last Chance, Last Dance' [MV full]

It’s a heart-wrenching song where the brilliance of youth coexists with a touch of sadness.

Produced by Rino Sashihara for the idol group ≠ME, it was included as the lead track on their album “Springtime In You,” released in March 2024.

Nanaka Tomita serves as the center for this song.

The lyrics, written from the perspective of “me” gazing from afar at the school’s Madonna, evoke a scene of unrequited love that is beautiful yet tinged with pain.

Takahiro Furukawa’s exhilarating, classic pop sound is also striking.

You might even be moved to tears by the contrast between the bright melody and the heartrending lyrics.

The album, which includes this track, also reached No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

Give it a listen when you want to sink into a sentimental mood in the springtime.

Summer has come.≠ME9rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 9th Single 'Because Summer Has Come' [MV full]

A signature ≠ME track with a refreshing, uplifting melody that heralds the arrival of summer.

Just listening to it makes a sparkling page of youth unfold before your eyes.

Produced by Rino Sashihara, the song deftly portrays the flutter of a summer romance beginning and the slightly bittersweet feelings of unrequited love, packing in all of ≠ME’s charms.

Released in August 2024, this single also showcases center Nanafu Tomita’s expressive performance.

The lyrics’ sweet-and-sour snapshots of youth and the unspoken frustration between the lines are sure to tug at listeners’ hearts.

The excitement of its surprise debut at the tour’s final show in July 2024 at Yokohama Arena is still fresh in our memories.

It’s perfect as BGM for a summer drive or fun times with friends, and it also carries a quiet power to gently nudge anyone who feels they need a bit of courage to take a new step forward.

≠ME≠ME10rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / ≠ME - from 5th ANNIVERSARY PREMIUM CONCERT – [LIVE Ver. full]

A dazzling, fast-paced number that sounds like the very essence of youthful brilliance.

It’s a song by ≠ME, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara, included on their debut mini-album “Super Express Bound for ≠ME,” released in April 2021.

The album captured many hearts, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Rankings.

As the group’s first original song, its appeal lies in the way it races from the ache of unrequited love to the resolve to shout “I love you.” The refreshing melody and straightforward lyrics strike a chord, filling you with positive energy just by listening.

Give it a spin when you want to take a new step forward or break out of your shell.

kyun-kawa life≠ME11rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 11th Single c/w “Kyunkawa Life” [MV full]

When you’re supporting your favorite idol, there are moments when their sheer cuteness completely steals your heart, aren’t there? A track that feels like a distillation of that very thrill was included as the coupling song to the single “Exclusive Fighter,” released in December 2025.

Centered by Momo Sakurai, this pop tune is infused with a resolve to move forward—adorably yet powerfully—on the path one has chosen.

Its positive message, sung over a buoyant rhythm, feels like a reassuring push on your back just by listening.

Try it when you want to boost your confidence or get energized without overthinking.

Watching these girls continually surpass their own all-time-best cuteness will surely give you courage.

I mean, what’s “Miruten”?≠ME12rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / By the way, what is Miruten? [MV full]

Many people may have discovered it after it went viral on social media.

It’s a song by ≠ME, produced by Rino Sashihara, with member Miyuki Honda as the center.

It’s a comical self-introduction song whose repeated use of her nickname leaves a strong impression.

Included on the NOEMI edition of the mini-album “Super Express Bound for ≠ME,” released in April 2021, the track gained momentum on TikTok and won the Challenge Category Award at the TikTok Buzzword Awards 2022.

With wordplay that unfolds like a mysterious spell, just listening to it is sure to put you in a good mood.

It’s perfect for filming fun videos or getting hyped with friends.

Let yourself go to the addictive rhythm and enjoy the Miruten world.

Bashful Short≠ME13rank/position

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 5th Single “Hanikami Short” [MV full]

An exceptionally cute winter song packed with the sparkle of the season and the flutter of first love.

It’s a track by the idol group ≠ME, produced by Rino Sashihara, released as their 5th single in November 2022.

First, we should note the earnest story of changing one’s hairstyle for someone they like.

The lyrics capture the bashfulness of that makeover moment and the heart-pounding anticipation of waiting for their reaction.

It also drew major attention that Nanaka Tomita, who serves as center, actually chops her long hair into a short cut in the music video.

Try playing it as BGM on your way to a winter date, or when you want the courage to change.

The brilliance of this song will give you a gentle push forward.

Halves Christmas≠ME14rank/position

Halves Christmas

≠ME, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

The song included as a coupling track on their 11th single “Exclusive Fighter,” released in December 2025, drew attention as the group’s first Christmas song.

It weaves delicate imagery—like white knitwear and chilly ears—to portray moments spent with a lover in a winter city.

The motif of sharing a cake overflows with tenderness toward someone special.

Rather than dazzling festivity, the lyrics focus on the warmth of two people growing closer, making it easy to overlay with one’s own Christmas memories.

It’s a perfect track for those who want to spend a quiet moment with their partner or are looking for a heartwarming love song.