What makes Necessary by Every Little Thing notable?

'Necessary' became a commercial success, reaching the top of the Oricon charts and solidifying Every Little Thing as a household name in Japan. It is notable for its catchy hooks and polished production, which contributed to the late 90s J-pop explosion and influenced subsequent artists in the genre. Released on September 30, 1998, 'Necessary' marks Every Little Thing's third single following their successful debut album in 1997. At this point in their career, the duo was solidifying their presence in the J-pop scene and expanding their sound into more electronic and pop rock territories.