Japanese R&B Popularity Rankings [2026]

24/7 YOU…LANA91rank/position

LANA – 24/7 YOU… (Official Lyric Video)

The song “24/7 YOU…” included on LANA’s album Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, released in March 2023, is a centerpiece of the record, which marks her first full-length release in about five and a half years.

Built on an experimental sound that incorporates elements of Jersey drill, Americana, and R&B, it serves as LANA’s first full-fledged love song, in which she candidly lays bare her feelings for a lover.

Set to a danceable rhythm, the track expresses a heartfelt desire to be together 24/7/365, while its urban, contemporary lyrics exude a cool sensuality.

It’s been hailed as a new direction that casts LANA’s career in a different light.

The song’s greatest appeal lies in her vocal performance, which conveys the complex emotions of romance with a sultry poeticism that resonates with all genders.

Thanks to the exquisite marriage of 90s-style shadowy beats and mellow vocals, it’s likely to be enjoyed by a wide range of listeners—from youthful, playful audiences to more mature fans.

Watashiiri92rank/position

iri – Watashi (Music Video) short ver.

Watashi is the debut single released in 2017 by iri, a singer-songwriter who studied abroad in the United States.

iri is an artist known for hip-hop-like lyrical expression and a soulful voice, and she’s a proven talent who has opened for visiting acts such as Donovan Frankenreiter and Corinne Bailey Rae.

Watashi features 16-beat guitar chopping and analog synthesizer tones, giving the track a disco vibe.

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Hamada Takuya

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Stop and lookPetorōruzu93rank/position

DAX × lute: PETROLZ “Tomare Miyo”

Petrolz is a three-piece band formed in 2005.

Their crisp guitar sound feels great.

The video is footage from the event “WHERE, WHO, WHAT IS PETROLZ? LIVE PARTY in Shibuya WWW & WWW X,” held to celebrate the release of Petrolz’s tribute album.

By the way, the guitarist and vocalist Ryosuke Nagaoka is the real name of Ukigumo, the well-known guitarist and member of Tokyo Jihen.

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Araki Jakkan

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Flash Light BabyBRADIO94rank/position

BRADIO-Flash Light Baby (OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO)

Included on their 2015 debut full album “POWER OF LIFE,” this track is sung entirely in English, suggesting the band had their sights set on their first overseas performance in December 2015.

Released early for worldwide distribution, it’s crafted as an accessible, upbeat, and globally appealing song.

Silent MidnightISSEI95rank/position

ISSEI – Silent Midnight (Official Music Video)

This is the second digital single released in August 2025 by ISSEI, who continues to expand his range as a multi-creator.

Following his first single, “Go Getter feat.

AK‑69,” this work is filled with a new side of his appeal, blending a poignant yet powerful R&B flavor.

The song portrays the theme of moving forward despite failures and regrets.

The protagonist racing through a lonely darkness speaks to the hearts of those carrying their own struggles.

hugiri96rank/position

iri – hug (Music Video)

Singer-songwriter iri, hailing from Kanagawa Prefecture.

After winning the grand prize at an audition in 2014, she has earned high acclaim for seamlessly singing over beats that reflect HIP HOP/R&B sensibilities and uplifting dance tracks.

“hug” is a piano ballad released digitally in January 2024, written as the campaign song for JR SKISKI.

Its lyrics—juxtaposing lost days, fragile bonds, and a heart that keeps waiting across time with a yearning for a world of falling white and the changing seasons—showcase iri’s luminous poetic expression.

It’s a warm, gently companionable track that’s perfect for the winter season.

Ikebukuro SunshineWHITE JAM97rank/position

Ikebukuro Sunshine

This is a July 2025 release from WHITE JAM, a mixed-gender vocal unit known for their realistic, heartrending lyrics that resonate with many.

Set in the iconic urban locale of Ikebukuro Sunshine, it paints the protagonist’s delicate, wavering emotions amid the flow of passersby, carried by their signature R&B sound.

Even as they resolve to part with their lover, they still wait for them…

The painful scene comes into focus, and it really tightens your chest.

It especially hits on nights when you want to sink into sentimentality or when you feel like revisiting past loves.

Bluemin’ DaysYogee New Waves98rank/position

Yogee New Waves / Bluemin’ Days  (Official MV)

Yogee New Waves was formed in 2013 by Kengo Kakudate and Naoki Yazawa, who had both been active in a funk band.

Their track “Bluemin’ Days,” included on the EP SPRING CAVE e.p.

released in 2018, delivers a light, refreshing sound that can be described as modern city pop.

The rhythmic forward momentum combined with the layered guitar cutting makes it incredibly danceable.

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Hamada Takuya

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Baby I love you soShimizu Shota99rank/position

Shota Shimizu “Baby I love you so” MV

Shota Shimizu is a singer-songwriter widely supported for his sweet love songs.

This is his first new track in a year, released in September 2022.

“Baby I love you so” is a number that highlights the neo-soul flavor at the core of his roots.

Even so, the warm atmosphere and melodiousness characteristic of Shimizu remain intact.

Its straightforward, uplifting message is wonderful, and it’ll brighten your mood both as a love song and as a song of encouragement.

The ad-libs in the latter half are soulful and cool, too!

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KEI

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Mr. Wondertakamatt100rank/position

[Hatsune Miku Append] Mr. Wonder [Original Song] with Chinese Subtitles

“Mr.

Wonder,” sung by Hatsune Miku, is a song characterized by its demure, girlish lyrics and gentle sound.

It’s included on the album “Miracle Child” and is also available for karaoke.

Please listen at a relaxed pace.