Moving songs recommended for high school students: classic and popular Japanese hits

You…Nishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Kimi tte (short ver.)'

Kana Nishino is an artist who enjoys overwhelming popularity among junior high and high school girls.

She is a leading figure known for singing about girls’ feelings.

Every song she releases becomes well-known; people hum them and often sing them at karaoke.

While many of her songs are upbeat, her mellow ballads are also outstanding.

I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma

Thelma Aoyama feat. Soulja – I’m by Your Side (TOUR “DIARY” Live Ver.)

Speaking of Thelma Aoyama, it has to be this song.

It’s still a hugely popular track.

Thelma Aoyama is an artist who sings many great songs, but in her private life she’s very funny.

She posts all kinds of videos on social media, and they’re a big hit with girls.

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AI – Happiness

It’s the AI song that’s also familiar from commercials.

Just listening to it brings smiles to people’s faces.

Once you hear it, its catchy melody makes you want to hum along and puts you in a cheerful mood.

The AI song’s lyrics carry deep meaning, filled with words that resonate closely with people’s hearts.

tear(s)GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE

GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE / “Namida” Music Video (Short Version) – with lyrics

GENERATIONS are the junior group to EXILE, and their recognition has been rising lately—they’re very popular among young people.

GENERATIONS’ dance is razor-sharp, but their ballads are exquisite as well.

The harmonies created by vocalists Kazuhara and Katayose are outstanding.

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Ayaka – Crescent Moon

Ayaka’s songs have been widely covered by many other artists, and she has many famous tracks.

Many young people who aspire to be singers also practice Ayaka’s songs.

Among them, “Mikazuki” is one of the most famous—a heartfelt ballad.

It’s a song many people are likely to sing at karaoke.

road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE

EXILE / Michi (Short Ver.)

EXILE’s “Michi” is one of the famous songs widely known and often sung at graduation ceremonies.

It’s also a memorable song in which member TAKAHIRO, who was selected through an audition, sang in tears at the following live performance.

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Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”

The one capturing girls’ hearts is Miliyah Kato.

The pain of love is woven into her lyrics and melodies.

Miliyah Kato enjoys immense popularity among women.

“Aitai” has also been covered by Shota Shimizu, so the male-sung version of “Aitai” is a must-listen as well.