POWER ON: ONE OR EIGHT Hit 2026 With An All-or-Nothing Anthem

ONE OR EIGHT doesn’t just arrive with a new single—they slam open 2026 with a track that feels like a full-body jolt. “POWER” marks the latest high-voltage chapter for the eight-member Japanese pop group rapidly staking their claim on the global stage, and it bottles everything that’s defined their journey so far: risk, ambition, and a refusal to do anything halfway. From their formation through WARPs DIG and early grind under Avex, to their official debut with chart-topping single “Don’t Tell Nobody,” ONE OR EIGHT have built their name on the idea of going all in. That “all or nothing” spirit—drawn from the Japanese idiom behind their name—runs straight through “POWER,” turning the song into both a victory lap and a fresh starting line.

Long before this single, the group had already carved out a serious lane. After training under Avex and unveiling their lineup, they stepped into the industry with a pre-debut release of “KAWASAKI,” laying down the hybrid hip-hop and pop sound that would become their trademark. Their official debut on August 16, 2024 with “Don’t Tell Nobody,” produced by global hitmakers Ryan Tedder and David Stewart, lit the fuse in spectacular fashion. The single went on to hit No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs chart, a rare feat for a brand-new act and a clear sign that the global audience was watching. That momentum only intensified with “KAWASAKI (with Big Sean)” in December 2024, a collaboration that pushed them further into international territory as the track climbed to No. 5 on the U.S. iTunes Top Rap and Hip-Hop Songs chart and led to a historic appearance as the first Japanese group to walk the red carpet at the VMA. Each move wasn’t just a milestone; it was a signal that ONE OR EIGHT’s path would always lean toward bold, high-stakes bets.

“POWER” feels like the natural evolution of that mindset. True to its name, the song is a hard-driving, high-energy pop banger crafted for motion—loud, kinetic, and built to be felt as much as heard. A muscular blend of bass, electric guitar, and brass underpins the track, locking into a rhythmic groove that practically drags the listener forward. Over that instrumental engine, the group layers an anthemic chorus that feels tailor-made for festival stages and arena singalongs, the kind of hook that sticks after a single listen. A dynamic rap verse slices through the arrangement, adding grit and texture while showcasing the group’s range: sharp flows, strong delivery, and a confidence that never wavers. The result is a track that captures ONE OR EIGHT’s signature intensity—bold, fearless, and unapologetically sure of itself.

That intensity gains another dimension through the song’s tie-in with the TV anime Yoroi Shinden Samurai Troopers, where “POWER” has been selected as Ending Theme Song 1. The synergy between the series and the band is clear: both revolve around themes of resilience, courage, and pushing forward in the face of challenge. Within this context, “POWER” feels less like just a closing credit song and more like a rallying cry threaded through the story. The track doubles down on the group’s core message, “BET ON YOURSELF,” turning the ending theme slot into a megaphone for their ethos. For fans catching the anime in North America via platforms like Crunchyroll or Discotek, the song functions as a calling card—an invitation to step into the ONE OR EIGHT universe and feel the force of their music firsthand.

At the heart of that universe are the eight members themselves: MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA. Their group name—rooted in the idiom “Ichika Bachika,” meaning “all or nothing”—is more than a clever reference; it’s a blueprint for how they move. Their sound fuses hip-hop and pop, layering sharp rap, melodic vocals, and an unmistakable performance style that leans heavily into street-informed choreography and fashion. That blend has helped them position Japanese pop not only for domestic success but as something that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the biggest names in global pop. Every new release becomes another turn of the dial from local to worldwide, and “POWER” is arguably their most direct broadcast yet.

This single also lands at a pivotal moment in their career. With a Billboard Japan No. 1 debut behind them, a U.S. charting collaboration featuring Big Sean, and a history-making VMA red carpet appearance already under their belt, ONE OR EIGHT’s story could have easily slowed into a safer, more predictable trajectory. Instead, “POWER” hits like a statement that they’re only accelerating. The song channels the whirlwind of their journey—early training days, high-pressure auditions, global collaborations, and the weight of growing expectations—into three concentrated minutes built to rally both fans and newcomers alike. It’s a soundtrack for those willing to take risks, throw themselves into the unknown, and bet everything on the future they want.

“POWER” is available now on all major streaming platforms, with a performance video that throws their intensity into sharp visual focus. For longtime supporters, it’s proof that the “all or nothing” promise is still very much alive. For new listeners hearing them for the first time—maybe at the end of an anime episode or via a recommended playlist—it’s an open door into a story that’s still very much being written. ONE OR EIGHT enter 2026 at full throttle, and if “POWER” is any indication, they have no intention of easing off the gas.