Classic and popular songs recommended for high school girls
What kind of music do high school girls usually listen to?
Maybe it’s artists recommended by friends, songs you heard on TV, or tracks you came across on social media.
You might also be curious about what everyone else is listening to.
Here, we’ll introduce popular artists as well as timeless classics that, while older, we definitely want you to hear.
We’ve picked songs that can brighten up your high school life, spark some excitement in your everyday routine, or even make you feel like falling in love.
Perfect companions for your commute, too!
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Recommended classic and popular songs for high school girls (71–80)
First Love Killernozomi

Singer-songwriter Noshi, who has gained popularity with her unconventional melodies and lyrics that particularly resonate with women.
Known for her genre-defying musical style, she releases songs with a different vibe from her previous work every time.
The piece she created in May 2024 could be described as a pop portrayal of the sweetness and bitterness of first love.
It’s a bittersweet story about being betrayed by someone you were infatuated with, ignoring warnings from friends and parents.
Still, we can’t help but empathize with the protagonist’s strength as she doesn’t give up and sets out to find her next love.
Even before its release, the song drew buzz on TikTok, with around 100,000 related videos posted.
It’s a cute yet slightly bitter cheer song, one that we especially want those troubled by love to hear.
URLSakaguchi Ami

Singer-songwriter Anbo Sakaguchi, who aspired to be a musician in elementary school and even worked as a radio DJ in high school.
Her 6th single “URL,” chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Horimiya -piece-, is delightful with its cute vocals and pop ensemble.
The lyrics tell the story of wanting to be able to go see the person you like right away, a feeling that resonates even more strongly thanks to the instantly imaginable phrase “URL,” especially for younger generations.
It’s an emotional number that brilliantly contrasts a timeless, universal longing for love with contemporary imagery.
StoryAI

This is a signature song by AI, an artist beloved across generations for her powerful, emotionally resonant vocals and expansive vibrato.
The song carries a message about walking together toward a bright future for two people, and it’s also a popular number for karaoke.
JitterbugELLEGARDEN

This is a popular song by ELLEGARDEN, a band loved across generations.
They led the youth punk rock scene of the 2000s and are highly regarded for their ability to handle both English and Japanese lyrics.
They’re a charismatic band whose live shows are always sold out.
365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48

It was released in 2015 as a coupling track on AKB48’s 42nd major single, “Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby.” The song was created as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita” and has been embraced by a wide range of generations.
Recently, it has also been performed in high school choirs.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

It’s the theme song of a hugely popular anime.
I imagine there are people who spent their high school days listening to this track.
It’s full of power, lifts your spirits, and makes you want to listen to it over and over again.
It’s loved by both men and women, and I believe it will remain a classic for years to come.
A Clockwork DreamKeyakizaka46

It’s a song that vividly brings back a page of youth that everyone experiences—the farewell to a friend seen off on the station platform.
Sung by Keyakizaka46’s popular unit “Yui-chans,” this track was included on the single Glass wo Ware!, released in March 2018.
The gentle tones of the acoustic guitar delicately portray the distance between the city and one’s hometown, as well as a sense of loss for one’s dreams, as if a spring had suddenly unwound.
When you’re separated from your best friend and feel just a little lonely, this bittersweet yet warm melody may resonate in your heart.
It’s a work that softly stays by your side, as if to remind you that precious memories never fade, no matter how far apart you are.


