Classic and popular songs recommended for high school girls

The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

Future Prediction Map II – DREAMS COME TRUE (Full)

This song by DREAMS COME TRUE, released in 1989, is said to be a piece vocalist Miwa Yoshida wrote back in her high school days, along with “Mirai Yosouzu.” High school is a time when you’re filled with both excitement and anxiety about what the future holds, isn’t it? This song has been covered by many artists over the years, and the version by Acid Black Cherry released in 2018 is also recommended for high school girls.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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InfluencerNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 “Influencer”

It’s a popular song by the hugely successful female idol group Nogizaka46, which includes members like Rina Ikoma and Mai Shiraishi.

The lively, upbeat rhythm characteristic of idol groups makes it easy to sing and listen to, so it’s a track that high school students often listen to, for example on their commute.

Maidens.CHiCO with HoneyWorks

Maidens, oh you maidens. / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

The opening theme of the anime O Maidens in Your Savage Season.

In addition to this song, CHiCO with HoneyWorks has performed many other anime tracks.

Each one matches the story’s worldview, and they feel like uplifting anthems that support youth—listening to them makes your heart flutter and fills you with energy.

Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Horse and Deer

This song is by Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who enjoys immense popularity among younger generations.

It was released as a single in 2019 and was chosen as the theme song for the rugby-themed TV drama “No Side Game.” Though his vocals and the overall tone are gentle, the message embedded in the lyrics is powerful and stirring—it’s the kind of song that makes your heart swell as you listen.

The melody is one you’ll find yourself humming along to.

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Araki Jakkan

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NautilusYorushika

Yorushika – Nautilus (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Despite its light sound, it’s a heartrending song that conveys an overflowing rush of feelings and emotion.

It’s a track by Yorushika, the band led by the famous Vocaloid producer n-buna, included on their second album “Elma,” released in 2019.

The conversational lyrics mesh perfectly with the sonic texture, and before you know it, it brings you to tears.

The vocalist suis has a beautifully clear, transparent voice.

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Araki Jakkan

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Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Live Music Video

This song was used as the ending theme for season 1 of the popular anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

It fits the anime incredibly well and is a fan favorite alongside the series itself.

It’s a killer tune that always gets the crowd going at live shows and festivals.

With its cute vibe and super poppy feel, it’ll make you want to start stepping to the beat.

It’s also a great song to hype up a karaoke session.

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utatane

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FLASHPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 「FLASH」

Released in 2016, it was the theme song for the film Chihayafuru starring Suzu Hirose, and the track itself was released in advance from the album that came out in April.

This advance-release version has a different arrangement from the regular album edition, and the distributed version is included only on the limited first-press edition.