A collection of uplifting, youth-themed songs — timeless tracks that set your heart on fire
There are so many songs that evoke youth—friendship and bonds with peers, club activities, romance, and more.
Whether you’re a student in the midst of your youth right now or an adult who enjoys listening to remember those days gone by, there’s something for everyone.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of especially upbeat youth-themed songs all at once!
If you’re looking for songs that don’t have a somber mood but instead lift your spirits as you listen, these are particularly recommended.
Be sure to listen to each track while feeling the passion of your youthful days.
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A collection of uplifting songs themed around youth that set your heart on fire (31–40)
one’s true feelingssumika
This is a song I want current students involved in club activities—or adults who devoted themselves to a club back in their school days—to hear.
It’s a track by sumika, a band known for their refreshing vocals, created as the support song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
As you read the lyrics, which revolve around the theme of bonds with your teammates, you’ll surely find experiences and feelings you’ve had yourself.
Take note of the lyrics that make you empathize, bring back memories, and overflow with the spirit of youth.
DREAMERIkuta Rira
A gemlike ballad that powerfully conveys passion for dreams and a deep love of music.
Standing at life’s crossroads, its lyrics gently support young people chasing their precious dreams, celebrating the beauty of staying true to oneself.
Sung by Rira Ikuta, the song was released in March 2025 alongside the album Hyakka Ryouran and drew wide attention as an insert song in the drama Paripi Komei.
Because she has devoted herself to music since childhood, her true-to-life expressiveness lends words that move the heart.
As a finale track for school sports days and festivals, it’s sure to become a cherished song that colors a page of youth.
Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu
A heartwarming song that captures the casual brilliance and fleeting nature of youth.
With a driving melody and sentimental lyrics, it conveys the importance of everyday moments spent with friends and the joy of watching each other grow.
It tells us that the time shared with a bored-looking friend in the classroom after school will one day become a shining memory.
Released as a digital single in March 2019, it was later included on the album “season,” released in September of the same year.
It was also featured in a McDonald’s commercial and selected as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama 24 series “I Dreamed of That Girl.” As a work that vividly portrays the passion of teammates practicing together for sports festivals and the image of young people striving to cherish each moment, it is a song we hope many students will listen to.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
A gem of a love song delivered with a breezy melody that seems to float through the air and a voice brimming with vitality.
It weaves the wavering feelings unique to youth—where anxiety and expectation mingle—into a warm sound that gently embraces the heart.
Spitz’s eighth single, released in April 1994 and included on the album “How to Fly in the Sky,” later drew major attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the 1996 drama “Hakusen Nagashi.” Tenderly sung with poetic expression, capturing pure love and aching longing, this piece deeply resonates with young people struggling with romance and continues to shine just as brightly today.
When you want to connect heart-to-heart with someone special, this song will gently give you a push.
SunMy Hair is Bad
It’s a heartwarming cheer song that gives you the courage to face the brilliance of youth.
The lyrics paint springlike scenes, beautifully capturing the hopes and anxieties of those taking a new step forward.
With My Hair is Bad’s characteristically powerful rock sound and warm vocals, it gently gives listeners a supportive push.
Released in March 2024, the song was written as the official MBS theme for the 96th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament (Senbatsu).
It’s a track I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone starting a new chapter or about to take an important step.
Brimming with hope, it conjures up the sound of brass bands echoing across the field and the sight of young people giving their all.
A collection of uplifting songs themed around youth: timeless tracks that set your heart on fire (41–50)
CanopusNovelbright
An emotional rock sound that grabs your heart.
This is a track by Novelbright.
Released digitally in April 2025, the song showcases vocalist Yudai Takenaka’s impressive high-range singing.
The lyrics carry a message of light shining in the darkness—hope and friendship—that lifts your spirits just by reading them.
Born from Takenaka’s own experiences, the raw feelings resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s an inspiring number that will support you at your side!
SensationNovelbright
This hopeful track is marked by its refreshing sound and positive lyrics.
It celebrates the small moments of wonder in everyday life and the importance of bonds, lighting a warm glow in the listener’s heart.
Included on the album “CIRCUS,” released in April 2024, it was also chosen as the tie-in song for Sapporo Beer’s “WITH BEER” campaign.
Its uplifting message—that something transparent and formless can add color to the world—is perfect for busy high school students.
It’s also a great pick to play while chatting with friends when you’re tired from studying or club activities.
You’ll surely feel energized for tomorrow.