[A must-listen for high school students!!] A roundup of standout tracks from trending artists
“I wonder what kind of songs everyone is listening to?” “I want to expand my karaoke repertoire.”
For high schoolers like you, here are popular tracks from trending artists!
These days, there are amazing artists popping up one after another—appearing on major year-end music shows right after debut, and racking up hundreds of millions of views every time they release a new song.
It would be a waste not to know about them!
We’ve gathered popular new releases, buzzworthy tracks, and timeless classics—give them a listen.
You’re sure to find a song you’ll love!
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[A Must-Listen for High School Students!!] Highlights of Trending Artists’ Notable Tracks (281–290)
EncoreSasanomarii
Singer-songwriter Sasanomaly, who began making music as a Vocaloid producer under the name Nekobolo and made his major debut in 2016.
His 13th digital-only single, “Encore,” chosen as the theme song for the animated short iichiko story ep.3: The Shapes and Whereabouts of Three Sounds, features a strikingly deep ensemble built around piano and strings.
Its lyrics, which draw attention to the important things we tend to overlook in everyday life, will likely prompt many listeners to reflect on themselves and take a fresh look around.
A heartwarming number with a pleasantly floating melody.
All the nameless thingsTogenashi Togeari
Togenashi Togeari is a rock band formed through auditions.
Their debut single, “Nameless, Everything,” used as the theme song for the anime Girls Band Cry, kicks off with an impactful opening and a cool rock sound that really amps you up.
The ensemble, woven with high-level musicianship, has a charm that’s sure to impress longtime rock fans.
It’s a cool rock tune that makes it impossible not to look forward to the band’s future.
escape (feat. Kankan)Natsunose
Escape, produced by Natsunose, who rose to prominence after a song posted on YouTube drew attention.
The vocals are by singer Kankan, and it’s a sentimental track that portrays moments when feelings of love for someone special overflow.
Her crystal-clear singing etched into the rhythmic track is striking, with a voice that conveys a love that doesn’t fade with time.
Set against an urban-tinged beat, this number captures the fleeting moments when night turns into morning.
[A Must-Listen for High Schoolers!!] A Roundup of Highlight Tracks from Trending Artists (291–300)
Take care and have a good day!Higuchi Ai
Singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi grew up surrounded by a wide range of instruments from an early age, including piano, violin, choir, voice, drums, and guitar.
Her digital-only single “Itterasshai,” released on November 5, 2023, was written as the ending theme for the TV anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 4 (Conclusion, Part 2).
Its lyrics, which both pray for peace and gently give a push forward, are sure to stir the heart.
A sentimental number, it lingers with its ethereal sound and lyrical melody.
Vending Machine LoveHiguchi Ai
Singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi’s bittersweet love song “Jihanki no Koi” (“Vending Machine Love”) brims with aching emotions.
Released as the second installment of Higuchi’s “Love Song Trilogy,” it was written as the theme song for the film “Can You Buy That Love from a Vending Machine?” Haven’t we all experienced those one-sided feelings—riding an emotional roller coaster over the other person’s smallest gestures or words, wondering what they really think of us? It’s a refreshing track that captures the mix of joy and chest-tightening pain with a delicate touch.
A city that belongs to no oneHiguchi Ai
Singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi wrote “Dare Demo Nai Machi” (“A City Belonging to No One”) as the theme song for the film The Great Detective of Joshi-Daikōji.
From a woman’s perspective, the song portrays the sorrow of not being able to be with the one you love.
Its piano-led, jazz-tinged, sultry sound amplifies the song’s world.
Another appeal is how it takes on a different resonance once you know the film’s story.
If you’re curious, give it a listen.
KidsBurandē Senki
Brandy Senki is a three-piece rock band formed in Osaka in 2022 that has captivated many music fans despite having been active for less than a year in earnest.
The single “Kids,” released in advance from their 1st EP, “Jinrui Metsubou Wonderland,” leaves a lasting impression with its robust guitar sound and straight-ahead rock ensemble.
The nostalgic vocals, tinged with a certain melancholy, are sure to draw in longtime rock fans.
It’s a cool rock tune whose addictive worldview delivers a powerful impact.