Classic and popular songs recommended for high school girls

Sakura PhotographHatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “Sakura Photograph” Official Music Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Sakura Photograph)

It’s a moving ballad perfect for the season when cherry blossoms dance.

Released in April 2025, this song is the theme for the season event “Sakura-Mau Start Line” in the game Gakuen Idolmaster.

The gentle harmonies of the trio—Liliya Katsuragi, Sayaka Shiun, and Saki Hanami—leave a lasting impression.

It’s as if the tender melody rides the spring breeze and soars into the sky.

The lyrics, which portray meetings, farewells, and irreplaceable friendship, will especially resonate with those graduating from school.

Be sure to give it a listen during cherry blossom season.

Dear♡My Friend (feat. Kapi)HONEY WORKS

Dear♡My Friend (feat. Capi) / HoneyWorks

The creator unit HoneyWorks and the vocalist Kapi make an unmissable release with their golden tag-team, who have produced massive hits: “Dear♡My Friend (feat.

Kapi).” The song’s lyrics depict the struggle of not being able to be honest and the self-loathing that comes with it.

While incorporating striking phrases, the pop sound brings it all together with a girly vibe.

It’s also a clever touch that different parts convey the perspectives of different characters.

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If only I could say I love youKERENMI & atarayo

KERENMI & Atarayo – If Only I Could Say I Like You (Theme song for the film 'The Exchange Diary of Lies')

The digitally released track “Tada Suki to Ietara” was selected as the theme song for the live-action film Kokan Uso Nikki, which is based on a coming-of-age novel.

It’s a collaboration between KERENMI—the project led by music producer Koichi Tsutaya that’s been generating buzz—and Atarayo, a band known for the tagline “a band that grows by eating sadness.” With a simple ensemble and a hooky melody, it’s an undeniably catchy number.

The delicate lyrics, which overlap with the film’s story, evoke a sense of nostalgia.

A pop tune with gentle vocals and a refreshing arrangement that feels so good you’ll want to keep it on repeat.

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Hare HareTwice

Hare Hare

TWICE is a multinational girls’ group.

Their 10th original Japanese song is “Hare Hare.” The “Hare” in the title represents the Japanese word for “clear skies.” The lyrics describe a heart brightening up, just like a cloudy sky clearing.

It’s a pop tune with an uplifting message, perfect for boosting your mood.

Another charm of this song is the chorus, which makes clever use of the unique sound of the Japanese language.

Its distinctive sense of tempo is addictively catchy.

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On a day when stars fallaiko

aiko - "On the Day the Stars Fall" music video

Singer-songwriter aiko, known for delicate lyrics that empathize with women’s feelings and catchy songs, has garnered great popularity.

Her 44th single, “Hoshi no Furu Hi” (“On the Day the Stars Fall”), features aiko’s signature hook-laden, catchy melody and a stylish ensemble that linger in your ears.

The lyrics, where the joy and bittersweetness of love coexist, evoke vivid scenes in the listener’s mind.

Marked by romantic phrases, it’s a track that feels so pleasant you’ll want to keep listening to it forever.

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