[2026] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students

Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu 'Wasurena Uta' MV

This song by Macaroni Enpitsu is characterized by melodies and lyrics brimming with youthful energy.

It depicts the value of failure, challenge, and the dreams we should pursue, delivering a message that gives courage to overcome setbacks.

Released digitally in April 2024, it was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery.” The track is also included on their new EP “Bokura no Namida nara Sora ni Umeyou,” released in May 2024.

For high school students facing daily challenges like entrance exams and club activities, this song is sure to be an uplifting listen.

Its lyrics capture the struggles and growth that come with chasing dreams, offering many points that will surely resonate.

Sailor, Sail Onatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Sailor, Sail On (Official Music Video)

The dance-vocal unit Atarashii Gakko!, who have been thrilling the world with their sailor uniforms and original performances.

Released in December 2025, this work was created as the theme song for the film “Labyrinth Bookmark.” It also drew attention for having SUZUKA, the group’s main vocalist, voice the protagonist.

Its sound—fusing sweeping strings with a dance beat—brings a soaring feeling, as if setting out across the open sea.

With a dramatic progression that links to the film’s worldview and sets the heart ablaze, it’s a track you’ll want to play at the start of a new chapter.

Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON

NOMELON NOLEMON / Midnight Reflection Official Music Video

Created by NOMELON NOLEMON, this piece was written as an insert song for the theatrical advance version Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, premiering in January 2025.

With spaceflight as its concept, the lyrics strikingly depict the vast cosmos and feelings for a cherished person.

Rooted in electropop, the sound conveys a sense of speed while leaving a gently nostalgic afterglow.

Miki Maria’s soft vocals enticingly draw the epic scale of the track into a more intimate, human warmth.

It’s a song that will resonate deeply when you’re alone at night, lost in thought, or holding someone in your heart.

monologueOmoinotake

Omoinotake “Soliloquy” Anime MV | TV Anime “The Apothecary Diaries” Season 2, Cour 2 Ending Theme

This is a song released in April 2025 by Omoinotake, a three-piece band from Shimane Prefecture.

It was written as the ending theme for the second cour of season 2 of the anime The Apothecary Diaries.

An evocative mid-tempo ballad with an oriental flair, it poignantly conveys the regret of failing to notice a loved one’s true feelings and the ache of words that never reach them.

Reo Fujii’s emotional vocals powerfully express that loneliness and the longing for reunion.

Following their 2024 smash hit Infinite Light Years, this highly anticipated track is set for a CD release in May.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone seeking timeless, universal sentiments—or for a night when you want a wistful ballad to cleanse the heart.

Growing UpMachico

TV anime “KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3” Non-Credit Opening Video [KonoSuba]

Marked by its clear vocals and refreshing melody, this song was released in April 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3.

Machico’s upbeat lyrics are sure to encourage high school students in their daily efforts.

While honestly acknowledging that “it’s not that we’re not afraid,” the song’s stance of singing about the courage to move toward one’s dreams is especially appealing.

It’s perfect not only for anime fans but also for anyone still finding their own path.

Why not add it to your playlist as a track that can motivate you at school or in club activities?

Renaselle SerenadeMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Renaselle Serenade

A refreshing cheer song by Momoiro Clover Z that exquisitely fuses a fantasy worldview with real-life emotions.

The lyrics emphasize the importance of cherishing your individuality while holding hope for the future.

Released digitally in June 2024, it was also selected as the opening theme for the popular anime That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3.

Crafted by Motoki Ohmori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, the track’s charm lies in its perfect blend of catchiness and cool sophistication.

If you find yourself at a crossroads in life, give it a listen—it’s sure to give you courage.

Fly Highatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Fly High (Official Music Video)

A song by Atarashii Gakko! created as the theme for the Netflix film “Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura.” It’s included on the album “AG! Calling” and was released in June 2024.

Its powerful vocals and straightforward lyrics strike straight to the heart.

The lyrics feature impactful phrases like “a stage the world envies” and “proof of existence,” conveying the importance of living true to yourself.

It’s a track that suggests if you keep facing hardships without running away, one day the path before you will suddenly open up.

No one can predict what will happen in the high school life that’s about to begin.

Even if difficulties stand in your way, when you feel you should push forward, summon your courage and take action!