A youth song with great lyrics. A lovely message that stays with your heart.
Just hearing the word “youth” somehow makes you feel a little embarrassed, with a sweet-and-sour twinge, doesn’t it?
Everyone has their own youth.
Spending fun times with friends, riding the emotional highs and lows of love—and of course, some of you might be right in the middle of your youth right now!
In this article, we’ve put together a collection of youth songs with wonderful lyrics.
We’ve included many picks, so you’re sure to find a song that perfectly matches what “youth” means to you.
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Youthful songs with great lyrics: wonderful, memorable messages (21–30)
Youth Lineikimonogakari
Created by Ikimono-gakari, a music unit known for numerous commercial jingles and movie theme songs, this track was released as their sixth single and reached the Top 10 on the Oricon charts.
It was also used as the theme song for the anime Big Windup! (based on a baseball manga) and as the commercial song for Coca-Cola’s Aquarius Vitamin Guard.
The song stands out for its youthfully spirited lyrics and beat, as well as its passionate guitar work.
Incidentally, the group’s leader and the song’s creator, Yoshiki Mizuno, is known to be an avid baseball fan, and the lyrics read much like a baseball cheering anthem.
FriendshipNakajima Miyuki
The song “Friendship,” included on Miyuki Nakajima’s 1981 album Ringe-tsu (Full Term), is a deeply moving track that expresses friendship without directly using words like “precious.” Nakajima’s voice and the melody are a perfect match, resulting in an exceptionally accomplished piece.
GOOD DAYMrs. GREEN APPLE
The final installment of the six-month consecutive release, unveiled in September 2025.
This track embraces life’s ups and downs with care while powerfully affirming, “My life is truly wonderful.” As Motoki Omori himself says, “My mindset as a songwriter changed before and after this song,” it marks a turning point in their musicality.
It was also chosen as the commercial song for Kirin Beer’s new brand, Kirin Good Ale, with Omori serving as brand leader.
Grounded in a rock sound, its message—facing reality while looking forward—resonates deeply.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you need a spark of courage in everyday life or are ready to take a new step.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a grand rock ballad that begins by questioning the difference between self and others, carrying a straightforward message.
It carefully depicts the delicate shifts of the heart—from days of failing to find a sense of purpose to gradually discovering the light.
Released in January 2019 as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, it reached 100 million streams in about two years by January 2021.
Since then, it has continued to resonate with many people, including being featured in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Calorie Mate “Exam Support” commercial series.
It’s a song that gently stays by the side of those who, despite carrying doubts and anxieties in life, strive to keep moving forward.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
How about an emotional, catchy rock number? It’s a song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, released in April 2024.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery,” it became a hot topic.
Its refreshing sound and lyrics that depict the transience and beauty of life resonate deeply.
The message—accepting your own imperfections while facing forward and moving on—really stirs the heart.
It’s the perfect track for anyone looking to start something new or standing at a crossroads in life.
tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa
This is a song by Koresawa, who has a uniquely striking presence even among pop singers.
The whisper-like vocals and the real, resonant lyrics evoke a sense of youth.
The loneliness of having the person you love disappear… just imagining it really hits you in the heart.
Blue BenchSasuke
Sasuke’s “Aoi Bench” is a song that also drew attention when it was covered by the Johnny’s vocal duo Tegomass.
Its wistful lyrics, about a man on his way to a class reunion reminiscing about the past, tug at the heartstrings.
It’s a bittersweet song that brings back memories of love and friendship.