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[For Junior High School Girls] Popular Latest Songs: A Collection of Timeless Tracks You'll Want to Keep Listening To

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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!
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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

Today’s junior high school girls are a generation that has had smartphones and YouTube within reach since the day they were born.

Let me introduce some popular tracks among these trend-savvy girls who effortlessly navigate such tools.

Some are songs you often hear on TV, others took off through subscription music services like radio and Apple Music, and of course there are tracks that went viral on social media—now indispensable in this era.

Here’s a lineup that lets you grasp what’s hot at a glance!

[For Junior High School Girls] Popular Latest Songs: A Collection of Timeless Tracks You’ll Want to Keep Listening To (41–50)

Do not touchMISAMO

MISAMO “Do not touch” M/V

Do not touchMISAMO

TWICE is a nine-member multinational girl group from South Korea.

MISAMO, the group’s first sub-unit, delivers an addictive track with “Do not touch,” whose charm lies in its cute yet cool vibe.

Among the highlights is Momo’s vocal tone as she trails the main melody in the chorus—it’s striking and sticks in your head after just one listen.

In the second verse, Mina’s vocals take the spotlight, giving the song a fresh feel, which is another fun touch.

Overall, the song really brings out the unique vocal qualities of each member, so be sure to listen closely for those differences!

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We againSG

We Again (Wind Ensemble ver.) – SG (Official Behind-the-Scenes Music Video)

We againSG

This work by SG has gained support as an encouraging song that resonates deeply during graduations and farewells.

Its gentle melody, which accompanies young people as they overcome partings and take new steps forward, and its lyrics filled with hope for reunion are especially appealing.

Released in April 2021, it has become a popular track with a cumulative 150 million streams.

Starting in November 2024, it has also been featured in Calorie Mate’s exam-season support commercial, and a concert band version by the Hanazono Tokuei High School Wind Ensemble has been making waves.

It’s a heartwarming song for farewells, graduation ceremonies, and moments when you long to see someone special again.

It’s a recommended track for times when you want to cherish your memories while looking ahead and doing your best.

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ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE

Antenna

ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is a three-piece rock band garnering attention from a wide range of listeners with a colorful catalog that reflects their diverse backgrounds.

ANTENNA, the title track and opener of their fifth album, leaves a lasting impression with its catchy synths and hysteric guitar ensemble.

The whirlwind of key changes in the arrangement seems to capture the mix of anticipation and anxiety toward an unseen future, as depicted in the lyrics.

It’s a refreshing rock tune marked by a hook-laden melody.

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omnidirectional beautynozomi

omnidirectional beauty

omnidirectional beautynozomi

Anoshin’s hit song has captured the hearts of today’s girls.

When it was released in January 2024, it became a hot topic in no time.

Let’s acknowledge all the good things about ourselves! This track is packed with that kind of positive message.

Set to a fun pop-rock sound, the self-affirming lyrics really resonate.

It’s also hugely popular on TikTok, having been used in around 95,000 videos.

It’s the perfect song for when you’re lacking confidence or need a boost—just listening to it will put a smile on your face!

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DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE "Darling" Official Music Video

DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE

A coming-of-age song that delivers the importance of embracing your true self on a refreshing melody.

The protagonist portrayed by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE carries a earnest resolve to keep looking forward while battling self-denial.

Gratitude and hope toward someone who accepts their true self gently envelop the listener, together with a melody that resonates in the heart.

Released in January 2025 as the theme song for NHK General’s special program “Mrs.

GREEN APPLE 18-sai-sai,” it was performed together with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation.

It’s a track recommended for moments when you want to face yourself with a gentle gaze, or when you want to share your feelings with someone important.

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In that casemakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Empitsu "Saraba" Music Video

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It’s a love song that beautifully captures fresh memories of youth and the aching pain of unrequited love.

Created by Macaroni Enpitsu, the piece portrays unreturned feelings and longing for someone from a warm, gentle perspective.

Its sweet, wistful vocals and melodious sound tenderly embrace the complexities of being in love.

Released in January 2025, it serves as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Ao no Hako.

Seamlessly harmonizing with the anime’s worldview, it succeeds in expressing the vivid emotions of youth through music.

This heartwarming track resonates deeply not only with those currently in love but also with anyone who recalls a past romance.

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Guiltytuki.

tuki. “Guilty” Official Music Video

Guiltytuki.

Tuki., a singer-songwriter who went viral at 15 while still in junior high.

She’s now a second-year high school student, but as fellow junior high students, many of you probably still look up to who she was back then.

Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Guilty.

The chorus features falsetto, but even though it could be sung in chest voice, she deliberately chooses falsetto.

So if you’re a typical junior high school girl with an average vocal range, you should be able to sing it easily using a light mixed voice.

It’s her latest track, so if you want to get ahead of the trend early, this is a must-listen for junior high students!

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