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

one’s true feelingssumika

sumika / Honne [Music Video] *Theme song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Championship

A cheering song that stays close to the days of youth and gently wraps the bonds among friends! This is a track by sumika, released in January 2021 as the support song for the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

With a refreshing touch, it portrays young people who, even while carrying setbacks and regrets, encourage one another and strive forward together.

Included on the album “AMUSIC” and featured in a TV commercial for Aisin Corporation, this song warmly supports not only students devoted to sports, but everyone who throws themselves wholeheartedly into something—be it a school festival, a club activity, or any passionate pursuit.

Friendswacci

wacci 'Friends' Short Ver.

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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Hane Keisuke

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End the worldHarukamirai

Harukamirai – End the World (Official Video)

A four-piece rock band that made their major debut in 2019, Harukamirai’s third single.

With a solid, no-frills sound built on simple instrumentation, an easy-to-groove rhythm, and straightforward vocals, it’s an accessible track that’s perfect for a school festival stage.

There are many unison parts, making it a song everyone can sing together and get pumped up with, so adding it to your setlist can help create dynamic contrast in your live show.

Since there are no difficult phrases like guitar solos, it’s also an easy number for beginner bands to cover—ideal if the school festival stage will be your first live performance.

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Hoshino Takashi

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LET’S GOwill.i.am, J Balvin

will.i.am, J Balvin – LET’S GO (Official Music Video)

A track defined by exhilarating sounds and an upbeat message.

Blending Latin rhythms with house elements, it’s perfect as a dance number for school culture festivals.

Released in October 2023, the song is said to be themed around F1, which makes its danceable finish all the more interesting.

The powerful phrase “Let’s go” is particularly memorable and seems likely to create a sense of unity that sweeps up the entire venue.

This is an irresistible song with a melody that makes you want to dance and a soaring sense of excitement.

It’s a track that showcases the unique styles of will.i.am and J Balvin, so be sure to check it out.

Happy New DayKaneyori Masaru

Kaneyori Masaru [Happy New Day] Music Video

This track from Kaneyori Masaru is truly an anthem cheering on girls sprinting through their youth.

Its catchy guitar-rock sound lifts your spirits in any situation.

Released in April 2024, it was also performed on their one-man tour “I Want to Be Like a Comet Tour” the same year.

The moving stop-motion MV became a hot topic as well.

Following their mini-album “Namiutsu Kokoro wo Mochinagara” (“With a Rippling Heart”), this song showcases their unstoppable momentum.

It’s a song especially meant for girls in their late teens to twenties.

Sing it on a school festival stage, and it’s sure to resonate with everyone around you!

TekaDJ Snake, Peso Pluma

DJ Snake, Peso Pluma – Teka (Official Music Video)

A standout track that pioneered the new music trend “electro-corrido,” a fusion of EDM and Latin music! DJ Snake’s delicate sound work meshes perfectly with Peso Pluma’s striking vocals.

Premiered at Coachella in April 2024, it instantly became the talk of the town.

Its upbeat rhythm and catchy melodies will make anyone want to dance.

This track is perfect for hyping things up with friends.

Perform it at a school festival or cultural event and the whole venue is guaranteed to go wild together!

IllusioDua Lipa

Dua Lipa – Illusion (Official Music Video)

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!