SixTONES's New Song "Stargaze" Chosen as Support Song for NTV's "High School Quiz 2025," Sparks Buzz

The announcement that "Stargaze," the new song by popular group SixTONES, has been selected as the support song for Nippon TV's "High School Quiz 2025" has generated a massive buzz on social media.

This new track was written by Yojiro Noda of the rock band RADWIMPS, and fans have expressed their excitement over this collaboration, with comments like "It's too amazing!" and "This is definitely a divine song!" The digital release will begin at midnight on Sunday, July 6th, across major music streaming services, with Pre-add / Pre-save options now available.

The song title "Stargaze" carries meanings such as "to observe stars," "to dream," and "to indulge in fantasy." Fans are anticipating its world, with remarks like "It's so beautiful and dazzling" and "I have a feeling it will be a deeply moving cheering song." Regarding the unveiled jacket artwork, comments like "It's so similar to the 1ST album cover, it almost makes me cry," "It feels like a gentle sunrise," and "Sparkling and refreshing" have been shared, further amplifying the song's positive image.

In response to its selection as the support song for "High School Quiz 2025," some voices have expressed envy, stating, "I'm so jealous of current high school students who get to experience their youth with 'Stargaze'." Attention is focused on how the song will enhance the program. Ahead of its July 6th release, many fans are eagerly awaiting, saying, "We'll be on full standby!" and "I'm too excited!"

The Context

SixTONES is a popular six-member Japanese idol group formed by Johnny & Associates (now STARTO ENTERTAINMENT), known for their diverse musical styles and powerful performances across various genres, including pop, rock, and R&B. RADWIMPS is a highly acclaimed Japanese rock band that gained international recognition for their soundtrack contributions to hit animated films like Makoto Shinkai's "Your Name." (Kimi no Na wa.) and "Weathering With You." Yojiro Noda is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for RADWIMPS. "High School Quiz" (全国高等学校クイズ選手権 - National High School Quiz Championship) is a long-running, immensely popular annual television quiz competition in Japan hosted by Nippon TV (NTV), one of the major commercial broadcasters. It is a significant cultural event for high school students, often symbolizing youth, academic prowess, and teamwork.