Snow Man's "Cry out" Secures Top Spot in "Coolest Dance Songs" National Poll on "SoreSuno"

Popular idol group Snow Man's song "Cry out" has clinched the top spot in the "Snow Man's Coolest Dance Songs National Poll Ranking" conducted on the TBS show "Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai" (commonly known as "SoreSuno"). During a special live performance featured on the program, the group delivered a spectacular performance, complete with dramatic fire effects befitting the song's title. Social media was flooded with excited and emotional reactions from fans.

This "SoreSuno" special live featured top-ranked songs chosen by fan votes. "Cry out" securing first place was a well-deserved outcome for many fans, who quickly responded with comments like, "It was truly amazing," "My excitement levels went through the roof," and "I was trembling." The large-scale pyrotechnic effects, in particular, intensified the song's fierce energy, earning rave reviews such as, "It was so incredibly thrilling to see such a powerful fire spectacle on terrestrial TV." There were also expressions of gratitude to the production team for going to the extent of moving the studio to make the fire effects possible.

During the performance, the individual charms of each member shone brightly. Koji Mukai's part, starting with "Groove na Dungeon Semekome," was hailed as "Emperor Time" and "Great Invincible Time," drawing attention for his overwhelming stage presence. Ryohei Abe's hooded appearance and Shota Watanabe's incredible vocal fakes also garnered significant attention. Many fans also re-acknowledged the talent of Hikaru Iwamoto, who handles the choreography, with comments like, "I was once again reminded, beyond a doubt, that Hikaru Iwamoto is the strongest choreographer." His ability to create diverse choreographies and bring out the best in each member was reaffirmed.

Fans also reminisced about past performances, with comments like, "My favorite 'Cry out' is Kojinyan's from Shokura." While some noted that this live version of "Cry out" was "remarkably cool with its restrained energy" or "almost subdued, to be honest (lol)," compared to usual, the high quality still garnered unwavering admiration. Furthermore, the inclusion and performance of songs rarely seen on TV, such as "Feel the light, Lovely" at second place, "Lock on!" at third, and "Kimi no Kareshi ni Naritai." at fourth, also sparked immense joy among viewers.

This special live performance was truly a "collector's item" for fans. Snow Man's overwhelming dance skills and the production, which fully brought out the song's appeal, left a strong impression on many viewers. Expectations are now high for more frequent song performances on "SoreSuno" in the future, with fans hoping, "We'd love to see more song performances on 'SoreSuno' often."

The Context

Snow Man is a highly popular nine-member Japanese idol group, known for their powerful dance performances and acrobatic skills. They are managed by STARTO ENTERTAINMENT (formerly Johnny & Associates), a major talent agency in Japan.

"Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai" (commonly abbreviated as "SoreSuno") is a variety show broadcast on TBS, featuring the members of Snow Man. On the show, they take on various challenges and projects, offering fans a deeper look into their personalities and talents, often including special performances like the one described in this article.

The "Snow Man's Coolest Dance Songs National Poll Ranking" is a popular segment on "SoreSuno" where fans participate in a nationwide poll to vote for their favorite Snow Man songs based on the strength and appeal of their dance performances. This segment highlights the group's reputation for exceptional choreography and stage presence, as well as their strong connection with their fanbase.

The fan comment "Shokura no Kojinyan" refers to a past performance of Koji Mukai (a member of Snow Man) on "The Shonen Club" (ザ少年倶楽部), a long-running music program on NHK that prominently features talents from STARTO ENTERTAINMENT.