Heartwarming songs recommended for high school students

treasurewacci

wacci “Treasure” (Lyric Video)

Wacci’s songs that resonate with high school students are in the spotlight with the album “Nichijou Dramatic.” Warm melodies and lyrics that capture precious moments in everyday life are its hallmarks.

Recorded in August 2017, the work expresses human connections and feelings of gratitude, gently enveloping listeners’ hearts.

It also drew attention when speed skater Miho Takagi used one of the tracks as her go-to song during the PyeongChang Olympics.

It’s a must-listen for high schoolers navigating a sensitive time of life, from friendship to romance.

The heartfelt lyrics are sure to strike a chord with you.

Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Youth and a Moment” MV

This song, which portrays the transience and beauty of youth, is beloved by many fans as one of Macaroni Empitsu’s signature works.

Released as a digital single in March 2019, it was also included on the album “season,” released that September.

Written specifically for a McDonald’s commercial, the track was also used as the opening theme for a TV drama, gaining popularity across a wide audience.

Featuring lyrics that delicately capture young people’s emotions and a driving, exhilarating melody, it emphasizes the importance of valuing the “boredom” and the “seemingly wasted moments” of adolescence.

It’s a song we especially recommend to high school students—prepare to be moved.

Every dayAbe Mao

Mao Abe – Itsu no Hi mo [Official Music Video]

Mao Abe is an artist who is very popular among middle and high school students.

Her songs, featuring distinctive lyrics and expressing girls’ feelings, leave a strong impression.

Many people sing them at karaoke and elsewhere.

Mao Abe is a unique artist and truly one of a kind.

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video

Zensoku Shonen, a signature song by Sukima Switch released in 2005.

Many of you probably spent your youth listening to this track.

Its piercing lyrics and upbeat melody are refreshing yet powerful.

As a song recommended for birthdays, it feels like the perfect day to embrace change and gives you the encouragement to charge full speed toward something new.

It’s a great pick to send to a close friend, or to sing at karaoke to fire yourself up.

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SEKAI NO OWARI “Present”

“Present” by SEKAI NO OWARI, written as a commissioned piece for NHK’s National School Music Competition, is a famous song that also drew attention for its flipbook-style music video illustrated by Tekken.

It’s a profound piece that brings back even the times when it was hard to open up to others as fond memories.

Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Eikou no Kakehashi – Yuzu (Full)

The song I want to dedicate to someone whose past year has been full of struggles is Yuzu’s “Eikou no Kakehashi” (Bridge of Glory).

For example, its lyrics are perfect for gifting to a student who has successfully passed their entrance exams.

Carried by the exquisite harmonies of the two members of Yuzu, it lets you look back on the year—and it’s guaranteed to be moving.

I long to see you now.MISIA

MISIA – Aitakute Ima (Official HD Music Video)

It’s a love ballad that evokes a grand, expansive world.

The lyrics express feelings for someone you can never meet again for some reason.

It makes you reflect anew on the weight of life and the bonds between people.

MISIA’s powerful vocals are also deeply moving.