Number_i, JO1, ARASHI and Fujii Kaze Top Latest Genius Japan Charts
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Genius Japan has released its latest Weekly Top 10 and International Top 10 charts for the week spanning February 14 – February 20. Below are some of the highlights and placements by artists whose music is frequently broadcasted on WPVR NY Platinum Vibes Radio.
Genius Japan Weekly Top 10
Number_i
- “GOAT” by newly formed trio Number_i (Sho Hirano, Yuta Kishi, Yuta Jinguji) continues its sensational chart-topping run since its January 1 release. The single sits atop the Weekly Top 10 in the #1 spot.
- “GOAT” has been a commercially successful smash as the official music video has garnered over 36 million views while the special edition choreography and dance performance videos have amassed 3.8 million and 8.3 million views respectively. “GOAT” is also racking up impressive numbers on Spotify with almost 13 million streams to date.
JO1
- 11 member boy band and reality TV stars (reality competition show Produce 101 Japan) JO1 claim the #3 spot with their new single “Your Key”. JO1’s new single is the new opening theme for the second season of the TV anime series “The Seven Deadly Sins: The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse“, which began airing on January 7, 2024. According to the official JO1 website, member Sato Keigo shared his thoughts and excitement about “Your Key” being used in the popular anime series as he commented,
“The Seven Deadly Sins” is an anime that I have loved for a long time. We, JO1, are very honored to be able to be involved in the opening theme song this time! The series `The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” is also very interesting, and the main character, Percival, is very considerate of his friends, and shows great strength when he is around his friends. I thought that kind of thing was perfect for the song “Your Key” that we sing! I would be happy if “Your Key” becomes the key to this work! Please listen to it a lot along with the anime!”
Sato Keigo – JO1
- A limited edition Blu-ray version of “Your Key” is set for release on March 27.
ARASHI 嵐
- J-Pop luminaries ARASHI 嵐 continue to top charts and enjoy the fruits of an unwavering popularity after almost 25 years since their formation in 1999. Their singles “Monster” and “Truth” placed at #8 and #9 respectively.
- “Truth” was released on August 20, 2008 and was used as the theme song for the drama titled Maō which starred ARASHI member Satoshi Ohno.
- “Monster” was released May 19, 2010 and was incorporated as the theme song for the fantasy comedy drama based on Fujiko Fujio’s manga series Kaibutsu-kun, which also featured Satoshi Ohno.
- Both “Truth” and “Monster” peaked at #1 on the Japan Oricon Singles Chart and the Billboard Japan Hot 100 in the respective years of their release.
Genius Japan International Top 10
- Fujii Kaze’s TikTok viral sensation “Shinunoga E-Wa” maintains its palpable popularity with music lovers across the world since its 2020 release as it places at #4 on the most recent International Top 10 chart.
- “Shinunoga E-Wa” captures the essence of Fujii Kaze’s mesmerizing blend of soulful vocals and contemporary pop beats. The track also showcases Kaze’s versatility as an artist and his ability to infuse traditional Japanese elements into a modern musical landscape.
- The song, along with the lead single “Matsuri” propelled Kaze’s debut album, Love All Serve All” to the #1 slot on the Billboard Japan Hot Album chart while also winning a number of prestigious awards.
Kevin James has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry in various facets. He has worked as a recording artist, songwriter, producer, on-air radio personality, background actor and film director. Kevin is a Member of the National Writer's Union.