Nogizaka46 may have given fans 26 #1 Singles and a truck load of hits but some of the best songs unfortunately have remained just B-Sides and not the Title Song of a Single. Here is a look at those songs that deserved to be the Title Song and should have become #1 Hits of the Group. Some omissions are absolute shockers.
Tip: Better get these songs on to your Nogizaka46 Playlist. Trust me if you haven't yet, you're really missing something!
All Lyrics by: Akimoto Yasushi
Single #1:
Aitakatta Kamoshirenai - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 1st single Guru Guru Curtain. This is a remake of AKB48's Aitakatta. MV is strikingly similar to AKB's with a new look. Nicely shot. One of the best Nogizaka46 MVs. Nice touch at the end where members (Ito Marika, Takayama Kazumi & Noujo Ami) do the circular motion as seen in Exile's Choo Choo TRAIN. My center pick would have been Hoshino Minami.Credits: Composer: BOUNCEBACK, MIKOTO | Arranger: Nonaka "Masa" Yuichi
Performed By: 1st Generation: Ikuta Erika, Ikoma Rina (C), Ichiki Rena, Ito Nene, Ito Marika, Inoue Sayuri, Eto Misa, Kawamura Mahiro, Saito Asuka, Saito Yuri, Sakurai Reika, Shiraishi Mai, Takayama Kazumi, Nakada Kana, Nishino Nanase, Noujou Ami, Hashimoto Nanami, Hoshino Minami, Matsumura Sayuri, Miyazawa Seira.
Hito wa Naze Hashiru no ka - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 3rd single Hashire Bicycle. One of the best Nogizaka46 MVs. It a very fun filled setting in High School Environment Nogizaka46 Member explore various challenges and try to get them accomplished in rather unconventional ways! Hilarious, nevertheless. Highlight is Sakurai Reika's spin with her hair fluttering... The whole MV is a pure joy to watch. Hoshino Minami and Ikuta Erika look like babies in the MV. My center pick would have been Sakurai Reika.
Single #2:
Ookami ni Kuchibue wo - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 2nd single Oide, Shampoo, by Under Members. Beware of the Nogizaka Zombies !!! Very groovy song! Performed by Under Members. My center pick would have been Wakatsuki Yumi.Credits: Composer: Akira Sunset | Arranger: SHIRAISHI SaTORI
Performed by: 1st Generation: Ando Mikumo, Ito Nene, Ito Marika (C), Eto Misa, Kashiwa Yukina, Kawago Hina, Kawamura Mahiro, Saito Asuka, Saito Chiharu, Nakamoto Himeka, Nagashima Seira, Noujo Ami, Higuchi Hina, Fukagawa Mai, Yamato Rina, Wada Maaya, Wakatsuki Yumi
Single #3:
Credits: Composer: KITAMURA TAKESHI, Tanoue Yoichi | Arranger: Tanoue Yoichi
Performed by: 1st Generation: Ikuta Erika, Ikoma Rina (C), Ichiki Rena, Ito Marika, Inoue Sayuri, Kashiwa Yukina, Saito Chiharu, Saito Yuri, Sakurai Reika, Shiraishi Mai, Takayama Kazumi, Nakada Kana, Nagashima Seira, Nishino Nanase, Hashimoto Nanami, Fukagawa Mai, Hoshino Minami, Matsumura Sayuri, Miyazawa Seira, Yamato Rina, Wakatsuki Yumi
Hoka No Hoshi Kara - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 6rd single Girls Rule. Let's face it Girls Rule might be a very popular song at that time, but it is freaking NOISY... A pain to listen to. Awful. This song is much more rhythmic and packs a melodic punch, hitting the right notes. Some Gravity Defying stuff in this MV, Literally. My center pick would have been Wakatsuki Yumi.
Single #6:
Credits: Composer: Sugaya Bros., Matsumura PONY | Arranger: Sugaya Bros.
Performed by: 1st Generation: Ito Marika, Inoue Sayuri, Saito Yuri, Sakurai Reika, Nakada Kana, Nishino Nanase (C), Wakatsuki Yumi
Single #7:
Credits: Composer/Arranger: Akira Sunset
Performed by: 1st Generation: Akimoto Manatsu, Ikuta Erika, Ikoma Rina, Ito Marika, Inoue Sayuri, Eto Misa, Kawago Hina, Saito Asuka, Saito Yuri, Sakurai Reika, Shiraishi Mai, Takayama Kazumi, Nakada Kana, Nakamoto Himeka, Nishino Nanase, Hashimoto Nanami, Higuchi Hina, Fukagawa Mai, Hoshino Minami, Matsumura Sayuri, Wakatsuki Yumi
2nd Generation: Hori Miona (C)
Single #8:
Kodoku Kyoudai - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 8th single Kidzuitara Kataomoi. Another awesome songs that became a mere B-Side and remained obscured to many fans.
Credits: Composer/Arranger: Soulife
Performed by: 1st Generation: Shiraishi Mai, Hashimoto Nanami
Single #9:
Nani Mo Dekizu Ni Soba Iru - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 9th single Natsu no Free & Easy. One of Nogizaka46 best songs not to get an MV, shocking. My center pick Shiraishi Mai. This song speaks about tears, sorrow and strong bonds. It had a very emotional effect on Japanese Audience.
Single #12:
Single #18:
I See - is coupling song from Nogizaka46's 25th Single - Shiawase no Hogoshoku! It features 4th Gen members. It has the best intro tune for a song. This is not completely a good song. Its terrible in parts and have no proper foundation, very wayward. Having said that singing is good and some music bits are good. Well, not a disaster so to speak. If only it had continued on the same tempo with the opening tune and the title verse it would have been just wonderful!
Credits: Composer: Kadono Toshikazu | Arranger: Kyoda Seiichi
Performed by: 1st Generation: Akimoto Manatsu, Ikoma Rina, Inoue Sayuri, Eto Misa, Saito Yuri, Sakurai Reika, Shiraishi Mai, Takayama Kazumi, Nishino Nanase (C), Hashimoto Nanami, Fukagawa Mai, Hoshino Minami, Matsumura Sayuri, Yamato Rina, Wakatsuki Yumi
2nd Generation: Hori Miona
Kennin Member: Matsui Rena
Single #12:
Wakaregiwa, Motto Suki ni Naru - is a coupling song from Nogizaka46's 12th single Taiyou Knock, by Under Members. Hori Miona is center for this MV along with Under Members. Quite a nice MV, a strange concept with an Indian Touch. Visuals, Cinematography nicely shot. One of the best Nogizaka46 MVs. This is the Short Version. For a full breakdown of this MV check this link below.
https://hasbrialetv.blogspot.com/2020/06/nogizaka46-mv-explained-wakaregiwa.html
https://hasbrialetv.blogspot.com/2020/06/nogizaka46-mv-explained-wakaregiwa.html
Credits: Composer/Arranger: Akira Sunset, ha-j
Performed by: 1st Generation: Kawago Hina, Kawamura Mahiro, Saito Chiharu, Nakada Kana, Nakamoto Himeka, Nagashima Seira, Noujo Ami, Higuchi Hina, Wada Maaya
2nd Generation: Ito Junna, Ito Karin, Kitano Hinako, Sagara Iori, Sasaki Kotoko, Suzuki Ayane, Terada Ranze, Hori Miona (C), Watanabe Miria
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Single #15:
Secret Graffiti - is a coupling sing from Nogizaka46's 15th single Hadashi de Summer. Higuchi Hina is the Center for this MV which shows a feud among two sets of groups trying to impress Hina. Another great song with a very mellow, pleasing tune. Great listen.
Composer/Arranger: TSUKIDA TADASHI
Performed by: 1st Generation: Ito Marika, Inoue Sayuri, Kawago Hina, Kawamura Mahiro, Saito Chiharu, Saito Yuri, Nakada Kana, Noujo Ami, Higuchi Hina (C), Wada Maaya
2nd Generation: Ito Karin, Ito Junna, Sagara Iori, Sasaki Kotoko, Shinuchi Mai, Suzuki Ayane, Terada Ranze, Yamazaki Rena, Watanabe Miria
Single #17:
Igai BREAK - is from the 17th single released by Nogizaka46 - Influencer. Featuring Shiraishi Mai as the center along with Takayama Kazumi, Eto Misa & Matsumura Sayuri, seen enjoying themselves at an indoor Go-Kart arena. Nicely shot with a great groovy tune and some good choreography. Shockingly not a Title Song of a Single.
Credits: Composer: Sumida Shinya | Arranger: Kahara Daisuke
Performed by: 1st Generation: Eto Misa, Shiraishi Mai, Takayama Kazumi, Matsumura Sayuri
Single #18:
Live Kami - is coupling song from Nogizaka's 18th Single Nigemizu. Hori Miona is the center. This is an awesome MV featuring all Gen-2 members. The concept being how Nogizaka46 members play different roles at managing an music concert at an indoor hall. Superb visuals with nice choreography. The best Nogizaka46 MV. Full MV Breakdown is here:
Credits: Composer/Arranger: SaSA
Performed by: 2nd Generation: Ito Karin, Ito Junna, Kitano Hinako, Sagara Iori, Sasaki Kotoko, Shinuchi Mai, Suzuki Ayane, Terada Ranze, Hori Miona (C), Yamazaki Rena, Watanabe Miria
Under - is coupling song from Nogizaka's 18th Single Nigemizu. This is a very emotional MV showing the real struggle, pain, heartbreak of under members of Nogizaka46. Great Violins, Drums and Guitar solo in the first break. Awesome singing by members. Full MV Breakdown is here: https://hasbrialetv.blogspot.com/2020/06/n46-mv-explained-under.html
Credits: Composer: Shirato Toru | Arranger: Endo NAOKI
1st Generation: Kawago Hina, Kawamura Mahiro, Saito Chiharu, Saito Yuri, Nakada Kana, Nakamoto Himeka (C), Noujou Ami, Higuchi Hina, Wada Maaya
2nd Generation: Ito Karin, Ito Junna, Kitano Hinako, Sagara Iori, Sasaki Kotoko, Suzuki Ayane, Terada Ranze, Yamazaki Rena, Watanabe Miria
Single #20:
Atarashii Sekai (新しい世界) - is coupling song from Nogizaka46's 20th Single - Synchronicity, Type-B. Gen-2 Suzuki Ayane serves as the center with Under Members. This MV has a futuristic feel where members try to connect with something in outer space. Great classical music, melody and rhythm. Another awesome song. Nicely shot with good choreography.
Credits: Composer/Arranger: Furukawa Takahiro
Performed by: 1st Generation: Kawago Hina, Saito Chiharu, Saito Yuri, Nakada Kana, Noujo Ami, Wada Maaya
2nd Generation: Ito Karin, Ito Junna, Sagara Iori, Sasaki Kotoko, Suzuki Ayane (C), Yamazaki Rena, Watanabe Miria
3rd Generation: Ito Riria, Iwamoto Renka, Umezawa Minami, Sakaguchi Tamami, Sato Kaede, Nakamura Reno, Mukai Hazuki, Yoshida Ayano Christie
Toki Toki Meki Meki (トキトキメキメキ) - is coupling song from Nogizaka46's 20th Single - Synchronicity. This is another hilarious MV by the 3nd Gen members. Iwamoto Renka, Nogizaka's youngest member served as the center. The MV shows the members wait for the Summer to arrive and fun to begin.
Credits: Composer/Arranger: Nakayama Satoshi, Adachi Masaru
Performed by: 3rd Generation: Ito Riria, Iwamoto Renka (C), Umezawa Minami, Ozono Momoko, Kubo Shiori, Sakaguchi Tamami, Sato Kaede, Nakamura Reno, Mukai Hazuki, Yamashita Mizuki, Yoshida Ayano Christie, Yoda Yuuki
21st Single:
Sankaku no Akichi (三角の空き地) - is coupling song from Jikochuu de Ikou! Type-A. Nakada Kana is the center. It has Colorful visuals and good choreography. Superb Guitar and Piano solos! Excellent song! I' be damn, c'mon how can this not be a Title Song of a Single.
Credits: Composer: Hiroki Sagawa/Yasutaka.Ishio | Arranger: Yasutaka.Ishio
Performed by: 1st Generation: Kawago Hina, Nakada Kana (C), Noujo Ami, Higuchi Hina, Wada Maaya
2nd Generation: Ito Karin, Ito Junna, Kitano Hinako, Sasaki Kotoko, Terada Ranze, Yamazaki Rena, Watanabe Miria
3rd Generation: Ito Riria, Sakaguchi Tamami, Sato Kaede, Nakamura Reno, Mukai Hazuki, Yoshida Ayano Christie
Single #25:
I See - is coupling song from Nogizaka46's 25th Single - Shiawase no Hogoshoku! It features 4th Gen members. It has the best intro tune for a song. This is not completely a good song. Its terrible in parts and have no proper foundation, very wayward. Having said that singing is good and some music bits are good. Well, not a disaster so to speak. If only it had continued on the same tempo with the opening tune and the title verse it would have been just wonderful!
Credits: Composer: youth case | Arranger: Sasaki Hirofumi
4th Generation: Endo Sakura, Kaki Haruka, Kakehashi Sayaka, Kanagawa Saya, Kitagawa Yuri, Shibata Yuna, Seimiya Rei, Tamura Mayu, Tsutsui Ayame, Hayakawa Seira, Yakubo Mio
Personally, I feel Nogizaka46 has past their prime. With the exit of Key 1st & 2nd Gen members and others pondering Graduation, don't know how long the group's charm will last. Certainly, they have lost the plot when it comes to the music that has been released in 2021. It has been horrendous. Hope there is a turnaround. Just, look at Hinatazaka46... Hits all the way!
I sure hope you have enjoyed these above picks.
Again, they are the best of Nogizaka46 not to hit big time.
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