Recommended coming-of-age songs for women

Campus mode!!Hatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “Campus mode!!” Lyric Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Campus mode!!) Short Size

“Campus mode!!” is a full-group song from Hatsuboshi Academy, a sparkling cheer anthem with “youth” as its theme! The lyrics and tempo are super energetic, making it perfect for teenage girls! Since multiple people sing the track, it might be tricky to perform solo, but if you have friends who like Hatsuboshi Academy, splitting parts and singing together would definitely be a blast! The tempo is a bit fast, and for the A and B sections, try singing as if you’re having an excited conversation—you’ll naturally get a bright tone.

For the chorus, crank the energy even higher and project your voice as if you’re reaching far; it’ll carry better, feel more idol-like, and be even more fun to sing! For the fast lines, it’s fine to enunciate each word clearly.

The earnestness will become a charm of the performance, so try singing as if you’ve become an idol yourself!

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Silent majorityKeyakizaka46

Keyakizaka46 'Silent Majority'

It was released in 2016 as Keyakizaka46’s debut single.

Yurina Hirate served as the center for the song, and the lyrics carry a strong message, essentially saying that “those who don’t raise their voices are agreeing.” It’s a song that gives courage during the often-troubled years of youth.

Because I met youmiwa

miwa “Because I Met You -short ver.-”

Released in 2014 as miwa’s 14th single.

The song was used in Shiseido’s “Sea Breeze” commercial and reached No.

4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With its lively sound, miwa’s clear, transparent vocals, and a depiction of the bittersweet romance of youth, it’s an irresistibly cute track.

navel orangeNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'Navel Orange'

A gem of a song infused with a sweet-and-sour freshness and a touch of wistfulness that symbolize the spring season.

With double centers Nagi Inoue and Aruno Nakanishi of Nogizaka46’s 5th generation, it expresses feelings for a lost youth as they look back on past love.

Under the blue sky, the protagonist’s memories of a nostalgic romance vividly come back through the piece of fruit they hold.

Set for release on March 26, 2025, the single will be available in six formats: First-Press Limited Edition TYPE-A through TYPE-D, a Regular Edition, and a Special Edition.

The melody and arrangement carry a sense of nostalgia, with beautiful, Showa-era-style phrasing and a memorable refrain.

It’s a perfect song for anyone experiencing new encounters or farewells with the arrival of spring, or for those who want to bask in bittersweet memories.

Girls’ GenerationHarayuko

Girls' Generation

This song features a nostalgic melody that gently embraces days gone by and resonates in the heart.

Originally written for Yuki Saito, it was included as a self-cover on the single “Makeruna Onna no Ko!” released in November 1991, and was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “YAWARA! a fashionable judo girl!” The bittersweet memories of youth, spun by Hara’s warm vocals, naturally overlap with the slightly lonely scenery of autumn as you listen.

It may touch you even more deeply if you play it at dusk while lost in thought.

GarnetOku Hanako

Garnet

This is the theme song of the animated film “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,” a track where Hanako Oku’s vocals resonate deeply with the heart.

It captures the sparkle of days gone by and an unchanging feeling for someone precious—listening to it might just make your heart ache a little.

Released as a single in July 2006, it further heightened the film’s emotional impact.

Try listening to it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood or when you’re remembering old friends.

It’s a song that will surely stay gently by your side.

How many times have I seen the blue sky?Nogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'How Many Times Has That Blue Sky Appeared?' Short Ver.

It was released in 2014 as Nogizaka46’s 10th single.

Erika Ikuta served as the center for the song, which is themed around reflecting on one’s present self.

It was used as the commercial song for the HTC J butterfly HTL23 and reached number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.