[Youth Anthems] A curated selection of popular and latest songs to hype up your school cultural festival
Many people look forward to the once-a-year cultural and school festivals! For students, they’re probably a big event that decorates an important page of their youth.
Music is indispensable in many moments at cultural and school festivals—venue BGM, theme songs, stage performances, dance, and other acts.
In this article, we’ll introduce perfect youth-themed songs for various scenes that brighten up your event.
Find wonderful tracks that will make your youth shine even brighter.
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[Youth Anthems] Carefully Selected Popular and Newest Songs to Hype Up School Culture Festivals (21–30)
Catch the MomentLiSA
In 2019, the song Gurenge became a massive hit, catapulting singer-songwriter LiSA into the spotlight.
Among her tracks, this one is especially popular and is frequently performed live.
With its full-on rock flavor, it’s a cool song that’s perfect for band performances at school culture festivals.
The chorus lyrics, in particular, are upbeat and straightforward, evoking a sense of youth, and combined with the driving tempo, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd hyped.
A Little Love SongMONGOL800
MONGOL800’s classic “Chiisana Koi no Uta,” released in 2001, perfectly captures the spirit of youth with its refreshing, fiery sound! Whenever it comes on, you can’t help but hum along.
Just as it’s been covered by many artists, it’s also perfect for band performances at school culture festivals.
Although many years have passed since its release, it’s often used in commercials, so it feels familiar to everyone and is sure to hype up the crowd! Be sure to listen and sing this song to brighten a sparkling page of your youth!
[Youth Songs] Carefully Selected Popular and New Tracks to Hype Up School Culture Festivals (31–40)
From Me to Youflumpool
A pop number by flumpool that gets your heart racing right from the intro.
It was the theme song for the movie of the same name, Kimi ni Todoke.
It has a romantic vibe like When You Wish Upon a Star, while also giving you that pure, straightforward feeling that makes your heart flutter.
Many younger listeners may have discovered it through Miyakawa-kun’s cover video.
You can’t help but relate to its exhilarating freshness and lyrics that depict a bittersweet love.
If there’s someone you want to get closer to through a school cultural festival, definitely give it a listen! It’s sure to get the crowd going when performed on stage, too!
Hikari Proof TheoryCHiCO with HoneyWorks
A track by the creator team HoneyWorks and the singer CHiCO as a unit.
They’ve released many songs themed around love and friendship, and they’re hugely popular among younger generations, especially high school students.
Among their work, this song in particular has a strong rock flavor—it’s a cool track that would really shine on stage when played by a band.
The lyrics, which make you want to enjoy the present to the fullest with the friends by your side, are perfect for students living through their youth.
silhouetteKANA-BOON
A rock number by KANA-BOON with an insanely cool guitar riff.
Many people probably know it as the theme song for the anime NARUTO.
It overflows with youth and momentum while still shining with delicacy and beauty—pure coming-of-age energy.
Born from KANA-BOON’s gratitude toward live houses, the lyrics portray the mindset of growing up and will be a strong ally for anyone living student life.
A super cool track beloved by both listeners and band members alike.
With an irresistible groove, it’s a top recommendation for performances at school culture festivals and campus events!
OrangeSPYAIR
A SPYAIR track marked by a heart-stirring melody and hope-filled lyrics.
It gained attention as the theme song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, released in February 2024.
The phrase “carrying big dreams on small shoulders” captures the brilliance of youth.
With new vocalist YOSUKE, it feels like a fresh step forward for SPYAIR.
Perfect for performing on cultural festival or school festival stages.
Highly recommended for those who want to start running toward their dreams with friends.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to cherish limited time and soar into an orange-colored sky!
HumanWANIMA
WANIMA’s “Human” is a song that portrays people facing mistakes and challenges.
It sings about the journey of searching for a place to belong and the meaning of life, as if speaking on behalf of students’ feelings.
The track was released as a digital-only single in October 2017 and was used as the theme song for the drama “Detective Yugami.” With WANIMA’s signature bright and powerful sound, it’s sure to energize any school festival! If you listen to it shoulder to shoulder with the friends who worked on the event together, it will become an unforgettable memory.
Now, let’s have a blast and make this the best school festival ever!