A youth song with great lyrics. A lovely message that stays with your heart.

FriendshipNakajima Miyuki

Friendship Miyuki Nakajima [cover]

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.

About meMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – About Me

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

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

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

Koresawa “Tobacco” [Music Video]

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

Blue Bench / Sasuke

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.

Let me hit you just a little.DADARAY

DADARAY "Let me hit you, just a little."

DADARAY, led by Kyūjitsu Kachō, who plays bass for Gesu no Kiwami Otome.

This song was written and composed by Enon Kawatani and was included on the 2017 album DADASTATION.

Solving things with a punch…

That’s not really how it works once you’re an adult, but I bet many people “spoke with their fists” instead of words in their youth.

The lyrics about lashing out even when you’re the one at fault might bring back some bitter memories from those days (lol).

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Lord of Major / Precious Things

This is a track that could be called the very origin of Road of Major, a rock band formed from a TV show concept! Released in September 2002 as their indie debut single, it set a remarkable record by entering the Oricon Top 10 for 19 consecutive weeks despite having no tie-in.

It has continued to be loved over the years, later even being used in a car commercial in Taiwan.

With its exhilarating, fast-paced sound and lyrics that depict an unshakable bond with irreplaceable friends, it’s a song that makes your heart burn every time you hear it.

Also included on the classic album “ROAD OF MAJOR,” this track is perfect for throwing your arms around your friends at karaoke and singing together as you each set off on different paths after graduation.

Its melody, where overflowing passion coexists with a touch of bittersweetness, vividly brings back the shining memories of youth.