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Recommended love songs for high school students! A handpicked selection of heart-throbbing romance tunes.

Accompanist / Piano Instructoryuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

Romance is inseparable from high school life.

Meeting someone you like and growing closer to them is thrilling and exciting.

Once you become a high school student, your world expands, and many people experience new kinds of love that are a bit different from before.

In this article, we’ve gathered our top recommended love songs that color high school romance.

From unrequited love to mutual love, heartbreak, first love, and more—these are all wonderful tracks that capture many different forms of love!

“If I only had the courage to keep loving,” “I want a song that speaks for my pain,” “I want to know the love songs everyone’s listening to”—these gems that resonate with such feelings are sure to support your heart in love!

Recommended love songs for high school students! A carefully selected list of heart-throbbing love tunes (131–140)

CHE.R.RYYUI

CHE.R.RY

CHE.R.RYYUI

Let me introduce a song that refreshingly portrays a bittersweet spring romance.

Delicately expressing the feelings of unrequited love conveyed through cell phone emails, this track by YUI gently sings about the beginning of love—something everyone has experienced at least once.

With warmth, it depicts the protagonist, who isn’t good with emojis, having their heart skip a beat at messages from their crush and fretting over the back-and-forth of replies with pure sincerity.

Released in March 2007, the song resonated with many and was later included on the album “CAN’T BUY MY LOVE.” It was also used as the ending theme for the anime “ReLIFE: Final Arc.” It’s a perfect cheer song for those experiencing their first love in a new environment, or for anyone ready to take a new step forward with the arrival of spring.

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First Love Killernozomi

Noashi (noa) – First Love Killer [Official Music Video]

First Love Killernozomi

A song that paints the bittersweet romance of student days, the kind that makes your heart tighten.

Nozomi’s vocals brilliantly capture both the ache and joy of first love.

Released in May 2024, it became a big topic on TikTok.

The feelings of being swept up in a first crush and chasing the one you like despite opposition from those around you have resonated with listeners.

It also portrays the strength to keep looking forward even after heartbreak, making it a track that gives courage to anyone troubled by love.

Sing it at karaoke, and you’ll surely feel your desire for romance grow.

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Countdown feat. APOKIGirls²

Girls² – Countdown feat. APOKI (Music Video)

Countdown feat. APOKIGirls²

It’s a cute love song that amps up the romantic mood! Performed by Girls², a dance-vocal group born from a tokusatsu drama, it was released in May 2023.

Announced as a collaboration with K-pop virtual singer APOKI, the track stands out for its lyrics that capture a single-minded, unstoppable feeling of being in love.

You can feel that nonstop rush of falling harder and harder for someone through the tone and melody as well.

It’s also a great pick for karaoke with your partner! As a dance number, it’s sure to get everyone hyped.

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A heart that breathesSTU48

STU48 9th Single “The Heart That Breathes” MUSIC VIDEO / Official [4K]

A heart that breathesSTU48

Breathe of the Heart, released in 2023 by STU48, an idol group active mainly in the Setouchi region.

It’s a song that portrays how one’s worldview and values change after meeting the person they love.

Set against a refreshing backdrop of youth, it unfolds with a driving, exhilarating dance beat.

The intertwining of piano and strings creates a beautiful melodic line, and their rich choral work conveys deep emotion.

It’s an upbeat tune that captivates with its crystal-clear worldbuilding.

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Happy selfishnessSangatsu no Phantasia

Mikasare no Fantasia “Happy Selfishness”

Happy selfishnessSangatsu no Phantasia

This piece was chosen as the opening theme for the drama “If Only I Could Have Kissed Her.” It’s a song by the creator unit Sangatsu no Phantasia, centered around vocalist Mia, and it was released digitally in 2021.

It’s a rhythmic, cute piano rock number.

Its upbeat vibe makes it really fun to listen to! The lyrics—“I’ll keep watching over you”—are heart-fluttering.

It’s a love song that heightens those romantic feelings.

This vibe is sure to resonate especially with younger listeners.

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In conclusion

We introduced some recommended love songs for high school students.

Did you find a track that resonates with your feelings? As you enter high school, your world expands, and many of you may be experiencing new kinds of love different from before.

Among love songs, there are tracks that evoke specific scenes and ones that match a variety of emotions—these songs will stand by your feelings of love.

Listen to wonderful music and turn it into the power to fuel your romance!