YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Saijō Hideki1rank/position

Hideki Saijo – Young Man (Y.M.C.A.)

This is the 28th single released by Hideki Saijo, a song that came out in February 1979.

It’s a cover of the Village People’s disco hit that was popular in the U.S.

at the time, remade as an upbeat youth pop song.

It sold over 800,000 copies and became a massive hit that dominated music shows back then.

The choreography in the chorus, where you use both arms to form four letters, became a social phenomenon.

You can still often hear it on TV specials, at sports events, and in commercials, and it remains beloved across generations.

It’s a perfect song for gatherings like company events or karaoke with relatives, where people of all ages come together.

If you sing it with the choreography, it’s sure to bring the whole venue together and get everyone excited!

YOUNG MANSaijō Hideki2rank/position

Hideki Saijo – Young Man (Y.M.C.A.)

Here is a single released by Hideki Saijo in 1979.

It’s a cover of Village People’s “Y.M.C.A.,” a disco hit in the United States, with Japanese lyrics written by his then-manager, Ryuji Amagai.

If everyone sings along while forming the letters “Y,” “M,” “C,” and “A” with their bodies—said to stand for “Young Man Can do Anything”—it’s sure to get the crowd going.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Hidetoshi Saijo - Passionate Love

A signature song by Hideki Saijo that portrays the turmoil of passionate love.

Released in May 1974, it reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

Notable for its energetic sound and pioneering use of synthesizers, it was also featured as an insert song in the film “Love and Truth” and has continued to be cherished over the years, with numerous cover versions by various artists.

It’s perfect for reminiscing about young love or when you need a boost of energy.

Carried by Saijo’s powerful vocals, it brings back the sweet, bittersweet feelings of youth.

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Hideki Saijo - Torn Love

Hideki Saijo, a singer who captivated fans as one of the “New Big Three” of the pop world alongside Hiromi Go and Goro Noguchi.

His sixth single, “Chigireta Ai,” which earned him his first No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart, became a turning point for him as it was the first time he showcased the vocal style later called the ‘ze-ssho-gata’ (impassioned, full-throttle singing).

Its wistful melody and impactful vocals will likely resonate with those in their 60s, overlapping with their youthful days.

It is a Showa-era classic packed with the charm of vintage kayōkyoku.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Hideki Saijo 83 - Galandou

This song is characterized by passionate vocals and alluring lyrics.

Released in February 1983, it drew attention as Hideki Saijo’s first single after going independent.

It was also included on the album “It’s You” and is cherished as one of Saijo’s signature works from the 1980s.

The lyrics by Yoshinori Monta depict a yearning for an enticing woman, even if it means a one-night romance.

It’s perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke or blowing off work-related stress.

With its easy-to-remember melody and lyrics, it’s a track enjoyed not only by men in their 50s but by listeners of all ages.

Storm of PassionSaijō Hideki6rank/position

Hideki Saijo - Storm of Passion

Among the New Big Three, Hideki Saijo was the most powerful, with a rock-style vocal.

Even among his many hit songs, this one is a killer tune with a strong rock flavor.

It also features call-and-response, so it really fires up the crowd when you sing it at karaoke.

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[Senior Exercise] Exercise Dance to Hideki Saijo’s “Y.M.C.A.” #caregiving #dance #exercise #exerciseDance #agingIssue #health #stretching #physicalTherapist #workout

This is a single released in February 1979, featuring an appealingly bright and positive message.

Its simple choreography, enjoyable for everyone, incorporates wrist movements that are effective for maintaining motor function.

The song spent nine consecutive weeks at No.

1 on TBS’s music program “The Best Ten,” and in 1980 it was selected as the entrance march for the 52nd National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

Widely loved as one of Hideki Saijo’s signature songs, it offers a wonderful opportunity to refresh both mind and body by moving along to a melody everyone knows.

It’s a work that becomes even more enjoyable when shared with friends.