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Popular band songs that hype up cultural and school festivals & recommended latest hit songs

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For members of the light music club or anyone who plays an instrument, the school festival is the perfect chance to perform live at school!

Since you’ve got a rare stage, you want to look cool and hype up the crowd, right?

But that’s where song selection becomes a dilemma.

You don’t want to overlap with other bands, but you still want to play popular songs that can get the whole venue pumped!

I’m sure many of you feel that way.

So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of band songs recommended for school festivals.

They’re all super cool tracks, so use this as a reference and put on the best performance possible!

Popular Band Songs That Hype Up School Culture Festivals and Campus Festivals & Recommended Latest Hit Songs (131–140)

IllusioDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – Illusion (Official Music Video)

IllusioDua Lipa

When it comes to Dua Lipa, her overwhelming vocal power and catchy melodies are irresistible! This track is another masterpiece packed with her signature charm.

The surge of excitement from the pre-chorus into the chorus is something I’d love to experience live! It’s a song from her April 2024 album, Radical Optimism, featuring a sophisticated sound that blends pop and house music.

The lyrics, which celebrate the strength of staying true to yourself, make it perfect for performing at school festivals.

It’s quite challenging to play, but practice hard and show it off!

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Thank youSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Arigatou” MV (Band ver.)

Thank youSUPER BEAVER

When it comes to bands that are rapidly rising in popularity, you can’t leave out SUPER BEAVER.

This song starts with the chorus, and because it opens with the familiar word “thank you,” it immediately draws the audience in.

If you have an episode where you express your gratitude—like slipping in a brief MC before playing or ending the live show with it—it’s sure to hype things up even more!

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Friendswacci

wacci 'Friends' Short Ver.

Friendswacci

A friendship song by the band wacci, whose “Betsu no Hito no Kanojo ni Natta yo” has been a huge hit.

From the intro, the pop-tinged guitar riff stands out, giving the song a cute, charming vibe.

The straightforward, unpretentious lyrics make the message come through even more clearly.

Since it’s a song themed around friendship and camaraderie, I think it’s a perfect choice to perform at a school festival.

The experience of playing it with your treasured friends will surely become a lifelong treasure.

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Pixels of EmotionOkazaki Taiiku

Okazaki Taiiku “Pixel of Emotions” Music Video

Pixels of EmotionOkazaki Taiiku

Singer-songwriter Taiiku Okazaki, whose quirky persona has also made him a hit on variety shows, even appeared as an actor in NHK’s morning drama series Manpuku.

His track Emotions Pixel, used as the opening theme for the music program COUNT DOWN TV, is included on his second album, XXL.

The contrast between the comedic lyrics and the cool rock ensemble is sure to amp up the audience’s excitement at a school festival.

However, because the performance demands are quite high, it’s a rock tune that requires solid practice to make it sound entertaining.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Heroineback number

back number – Heroine (full)

Heroineback number

A heartrending love song that gently embraces a fleeting winter crush.

The whiteness of the snow and the warmth of the heart are strikingly portrayed, and the protagonist’s inability to put their feelings into words is beautifully expressed through a delicate melody.

Released in January 2015 by back number, it gained attention as the JR East “JR SKISKI” campaign song, also featured in a commercial starring Suzu Hirose.

It’s a perfect choice for bands looking for a calm, mellow piece.

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I am the strongest.Ado

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

I am the strongest.Ado

A rousing anthem that powerfully sings of one’s dreams and hopes! Riding on a melody created by Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, Ado’s commanding vocals surge forward, carrying heartfelt wishes from deep within.

Messages like “overcoming fear and moving ahead” and “a shining future with your companions” resound alongside an aggressive rock sound, gently giving listeners a push from behind.

Featured as an insert song in the June 2022 film ONE PIECE FILM RED, this track brought theaters to life and reached No.

2 on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.

It’s sure to instantly ignite the atmosphere at sports days and school festivals as well.

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No doubtOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – No Doubt [Official Video]

No doubtOfisharu Higedan Dism

An especially memorable track with lyrics that cast a sharp eye on society, chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Confidence Man JP.” It sounds an alarm about today’s world, where information spreads instantly, and delivers a powerful message about the importance of discerning the truth in an age full of deceit.

Released in April 2018 as Official HIGE DANDism’s major-label debut, the song became a massive hit, surpassing 300 million streams on Billboard Japan’s Streaming Songs chart.

Its punchy sound and powerful melody are sure to energize any school festival live stage.

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