[Culture and School Festival Songs] A curated selection of popular and hit songs to brighten up your venues and events!
Among the many events in school life, the culture festival is one of the most memorable!
At culture festivals, there are countless moments where music plays a crucial role—whether it’s background music at the venue, songs for band performances, or tracks for dance numbers.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are guaranteed to hype up the culture festival, aimed at those running the event as committee members and those performing on stage.
With these picks, your festival production is sure to shine!
If you’re in the middle of choosing songs, be sure to use this as a reference.
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[Culture Festival & School Festival Songs] Carefully selected popular and hit songs that brighten up venues and events! (111–120)
ColumbusMrs. GREEN APPLE

A vividly colorful new track has been released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, known for their upbeat messages and pop sound.
This work features a unique theme centered on human history and evolution, leaving a deep impression on listeners.
Released in June 2024, it has drawn attention as a tie-in song for a Coca-Cola campaign.
It’s a must-listen not only for Mrs.
GREEN APPLE fans but also for anyone interested in history or human evolution.
With its bright, catchy melody line, it’s sure to energize any venue as background music for school festivals and cultural events.
All My LifeTiësto x FAST BOY

This track portrays the emotions of someone searching for love throughout their life.
The protagonist’s trial-and-error attempts to find love leave a strong impression.
Released in January 2024, it marks the first collaboration between Tiësto and FAST BOY.
With its distinctive synth tones and vocals, the piece packs a variety of elements into a short runtime, resulting in a rich, concentrated song.
The vocals convey a melancholic atmosphere, yet the brisk tempo creates an irresistibly danceable mood.
It’s a surefire pick to energize dance performances at school festivals and cultural events!
PAKUasmi

This song captivates with its rhythmic groove and relatable lyrics.
It skillfully portrays the everyday lives and emotions of today’s youth, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in March 2022, it’s widely loved as one of Asmi’s signature tracks.
It also gained popularity on social media like TikTok, sparking a trend of dance-cover videos.
Perfect as BGM for school festivals and events, or as a dance performance track! With its upbeat rhythm and powerful message, it’s sure to energize any venue.
A must-listen for everyone in the midst of their youth!
I…atarayo

This is Atarayo’s tie-in song for a TV anime.
True to their style, it’s a track with poignant lyrics and melody that deftly capture the subtleties of romance and human relationships.
Released digitally in January 2024 as the anime’s opening theme, it features a striking arrangement that weaves piano into straightforward guitar rock.
Written from the protagonist’s perspective, the lyrics candidly portray a journey of self-discovery and growth.
Performed on a school festival stage, it’s sure to resonate not only with anime fans but with anyone who relates to the nuances of youth.
A high-energy number that will fire up the venue with its driving sound.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya

A song by Tatsuya Kitani that was also used as the opening theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen.
The lyrics, themed around partings in youth and lost time, are especially striking.
It even incorporates a school chime motif, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Released in July 2023, the track received high acclaim, reaching No.
2 on multiple Billboard JAPAN weekly charts.
If performed on a school festival stage, it would surely move the entire audience.
Its lyrics, which capture the fragility and preciousness of youth, are perfect not only for students but also for adults who feel nostalgic for those days.
Exit A8nozomi

This is a sweet-and-sour love song by Noshii! The lyrics, which straightforwardly capture the passionate feelings that come with youth, are pure heart-flutter material.
Will the two draw a line under their relationship, or try again? It’s also a cheering song that both aches and gives you a gentle push forward.
Conceived as rock ’n’ roll with a school theme, it was released in March 2024.
The artist is a breakout, gateway presence among singer-songwriters gaining buzz mainly on TikTok.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to close the distance with friends or a crush through a school festival or cultural festival.
It’s also great for everyone to sing together at live performances! Savor every moment of your youth to the fullest.
Dried flowersYuuri

Yuri’s song “Dry Flower” is a ballad that’s neither too intense nor too quiet, so how about playing it as BGM for your venue or event? It’s also a captivating track featuring the powerful vocals you’d expect from Yuri, a singer-songwriter with a rock band background, making it perfect for events like singing contests.
It went viral after performance videos were posted on social media and YouTube, so many people are likely to know it.
Definitely consider selecting it as one of the songs to play at your school festival!



