The music scene in Japan is buzzing with excitement as Mrs. GREEN APPLE continues to break records. The Tokyo-based band has just updated its historical record for the most weeks at number one on music platforms, which speaks to its growing popularity and the resonance its music has with fans. The band's hit single, 'LilaC,' has now enjoyed an impressive run at the number one spot, maintaining its position for 12 consecutive weeks and extending its remarkable total of weeks at number one to 28 weeks.
Released almost a year ago on April 11, 2024, 'LilaC' surged ahead this week with over 10.653 million streams, marking a 10.5% increase from the previous week. This impressive statistic doesn’t just topple records; it also showcases Mrs. GREEN APPLE's ability to connect deeply with their audience, having amassed over 524.939 million total plays across platforms. This week also marks a significant achievement for the band, having set a new record for the most weeks with over 10 million weekly playbacks, now standing at 31 weeks.
Breaking down the music charts, Mrs. GREEN APPLE has significantly impacted the top rankings. For the past nine weeks, they have dominated half of the top ten tracks, a rarity that emphasizes both the band's talent and broad appeal. Their track 'Darling' has secured a steady third position for four weeks in a row, generating 7.735 million plays, an increase of 7.3% from last week. Similarly, 'Soranji' and 'Kese Ra Sera' also showcased strong performance, maintaining spots in sixth and seventh place, respectively.
As for the competition, the chart's dynamics are equally fascinating. Notably, Sakanaction's 'Bake-mono' has climbed to the second position, achieving 9.168 million streams, an impressive increase of 20.3% from last week. The song also perfectly complements the excitement surrounding the recent finale of the NHK anime 'Chi. —About the Earth's Movement—,' which aired its last episode on March 15, 2025.
This week, ROSE (also known as E with an acute accent) & Bruno Mars’ collaboration, 'APT.', has also made waves, currently positioned in fourth place with 6.268 million streams. This track crossed an impressive cumulative total of 204.684 million plays, indicating its staying power, particularly with its presence in the top five for 22 consecutive weeks with an unprecedented eight weeks at number one.
Further on the charts, we find the track 'Rock this Party' by timelesz making a return to the top ten, hitting fifth place this week with 6.062 million plays. This resurgence follows a strategy initiated by the artist to digitally release music starting February 28, which appears to be paying off handsomely.
In sixth place this week sits 'BOW AND ARROW' by Ryujin Kiyoshi with 5.877 million weekly streams, signaling its continuous popularity even after three weeks in the top ten. Additionally, CUTIE STREET has successfully cemented its debut in the ranks - their debut song 'Kawaida Kejada Medesu ka?' has taken ninth place, with 5.245 million plays, marking a solid entrance in the competitive music scene.
On a broader scale, Mrs. GREEN APPLE isn't just leading with singles. They also top the individual artist rankings, having achieved the most songs in the top 500 with 30 tracks. This consistent performance indicates their solid fanbase and the enduring quality of their music.
Meanwhile, the new boy band ME:I is making its debut with their song 'MUSE,' which premiered at 61st with 2.228 million plays. This digital release was a precursor to their single expected on April 16, 2025. Their music, brimming with hopes of youthful dreams, conveyed through catchy melodies, has started gaining significant traction.
Another noteworthy achievement this week is from Aimyon, with her track 'Sakuraga Furu Yoru wa' rising back into prominence. This song has reached a cumulative total of 200.32 million plays, marking it as her eighth song to cross the 200 million mark, enhancing her reputation as a formidable presence in the industry.
Notably, the Oricon Weekly Digital Single Ranking also saw YOASOBI's new release 'PLAYERS' storm to the top. This track recorded 5,995 downloads in its first week, achieving first place and marking YOASOBI's 15th time on the digital chart, updating their record for the most number one digital singles to three.
Significantly, 'PLAYERS' serves as the theme song for the anime 'Chi. -About the Earth's Movement-', further showcasing the close relationship between contemporary music and media. In the same ranking, Sakanaction's 'Monster' claimed second place with 5,081 downloads, illustrating their consistency after debuting at number one five weeks ago.
Overall, as the music landscape continues evolving, artists like Mrs. GREEN APPLE and YOASOBI are not just defining the sound of a generation but also setting new standards for what it means to be successful in the digital age. Their ability to engage listeners while breaking records simultaneously speaks volumes about their artistry and the growing interconnectedness of music with other media forms.
