We didn't realize how much we missed parties till we could throw them again. Is there anything better in the world than dancing in a club – or your own kitchen? It uses melodies to span civilizations and reaches out to everyone. In Japan, there are many diverse musical styles, including traditional sounds. It's difficult to construct a list of the top 10 in Japan because there are so many outstanding songs and so many amazing musicians! You may have your personal preferences, but the following ten songs should undoubtedly be included in any list of greatest Japanese party music:
1. Love So Sweet – Arashi
Love So Sweet is a cheerful, energetic song that brings joy and happiness to the listener. It also comes with an amazing dance sequence! While listening to this popular song, get your groove on! The song was released in two versions: a conventional track and a karaoke version, making it very easy to listen to and sing along to.
2. One Ok Rock
The hit song from ONE OK ROCK never fails to get you energized. In May, they published a parody version of the song, along with a music video made at each member's home, to help people stay at home and stay safe during the COVID-19 crisis.
3. E-Girls – Dance With Me Now
Happy and upbeat dance music perfect for bopping along to. It's classic dance-pop at its finest, with a deceptively appealing mainstream chorus. Its bouncy grooves continue to light up dance floors and also get everyone in the mood to dance. There were a few singles recorded by E- Girls, but none were as well-crafted as Dance With Me Now.
4. Aishiteru – Ken Hirai
Many people enjoy this song because of the beautiful words and excellent vocals. The song has been used as a theme for the film Ghost: In Your Arms Again. On the Oricon Daily Singles Chart, it debuted at number ten before jumping to number seven just two days later. On the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, it likewise made it to number nine.
5. Ninja Re Bang Bang
This song might appeal to you if you love more electronic-sounding J-pop. It has a nostalgic feel to it; if you've ever watched the anime series "Monogatari," you've likely heard "Ninja Re Bang Bang." It'll have your feet tapping.
6. Rock Tonight
A modern perspective on one of my all-time favorite sounds: early-late eighties MJ-style funk-pop. WARPs have only released one song so far, but they're the J-pop group I'm most eager to see in 2020, especially if they keep this approach. Rock Tonight has an irrepressible thrill to it, buoyed by its sleek delivery and that addicting rhythm.
7. Yurina Hirate – Dance No Riyuu (Reason For Dance)
Yurina Hirate's charm is so evident that she stood out even among the Keyazaka46 crowd of performers. She's unleashed her full ability as a soloist with Dance no Riyuu, issuing an unmistakable call to arms. The drumline pounds and Hirate's vocal shifts between a confident smirk and primal growl as the tune builds to near-operatic fury.
8. Dance Dance Dance
The Japanese collective unit E-girls recorded and performed the song "Dance Dance Dance." It first appeared on E.G. Smile, their greatest hits album. On September 30, 2015, Rhythm Zone and Avex Music Creative Inc. published the tune in three physical formats—two CDs and a DVD bundle—as well as for digital consumption. Lauren Kaori wrote the song, which has been composed by DWB and Nanna Larsen and produced by DWB and Exile's Hiro. Music critics have described "Dance Dance Dance" as a departure from traditional J-pop.
9. Karate - By Babymetal
This well-liked, albeit still very young, Japanese metal idol group has gained a worldwide following. A Babymetal song could be the ideal Japanese practice tool for you, thanks to their amazingly but badass style and easy-to-follow lyrics. Try their 2016 hit "Karate." It's a simple song, but it's a joy to sing.
10. First Love
The album for this song was a huge hit, becoming one of the most popular in Japanese music history and selling millions of copies worldwide. A Japanese American singer performs an emotional ballad called "First Love."
