[A must-listen for high school students!!] A roundup of standout tracks from trending artists

crescent moonayaka

Ayaka – Crescent Moon

A signature song by Ayaka, an artist who represents Japan’s music scene with her captivatingly clear vocals and exceptional musical sensibility.

It’s a ballad that expresses the resolve to move forward while thinking of a beloved person from whom one has been separated, and it’s a classic uplifting anthem.

I Want to Be Cute feat. Seina Narumi (CV: Sora Amamiya)HONEY WORKS

HoneyWorks “I Want to Be Cute” feat. Seina Narumi (CV: Sora Amamiya)

HoneyWorks is a Japanese creator unit that has been active on video-sharing platforms such as Niconico and YouTube since 2010, releasing original songs using VOCALOID.

“Kawaiku Naritai” (“I Want to Be Cute”) is a song that straightforwardly captures the feelings of a teenage girl.

A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada – A Bouquet for You

Hikaru Utada’s “Hanataba wo Kimi ni,” which was also the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan starring Mitsuki Takahata, is loved by a wide range of generations.

The song is said to be a message to Utada’s late mother.

It’s a track packed tightly with love and tenderness toward her mother.

It makes you feel like you want to clearly express your feelings to those who are still with us—without being shy about it.

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No Way BackAAA

AAA / 「No Way Back」Music Video (short ver.)

An upbeat, feel-good tune that gets you hyped with a four-on-the-floor rhythm.

Released in 2017 as the 54th single by the dance vocal group AAA.

It was featured as the original web movie song for Hyoketsu(R) × AAA and became a hot topic.

The lyrics depict a mature love story, which has been especially popular among high school girls.

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SmileMori Nana

Nana Mori - Smile (Music Video)

This song, sung by Nana Mori, who’s currently thriving as an actress, is used in an Oronamin C commercial.

The song was originally released in 1996 by the music duo Hoff Dylan, and this version is a cover.

I’d love for you to take this opportunity to listen to the original as well—the original has an even more laid-back vibe.

Meanwhile, Nana Mori’s cover has a bright, fun atmosphere that perfectly matches her trademark energetic smile.

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Hane Keisuke

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Black sheepKeyakizaka46

Keyakizaka46 'Black Sheep'

The music video, which looks like contemporary art, really catches the eye.

It’s a song by the idol group Keyakizaka46, released in 2019 as their eighth single.

The lyrics feel as if they’re speaking on behalf of the worries we carry in youth, and they’re heart-wrenching.

It’s a very cool, stylish track that’s especially popular among high school boys.

The funky bass line is great!

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TTTwice

TWICE “TT” M/V

It’s a song about that bittersweet crush you love but can’t bring yourself to talk to.

It’s included on their third mini-album, TWICEcoaster: LANE 1, released in 2016.

Many people can relate to the feelings in the lyrics—that’s exactly why it’s so popular among high school students.

Let it be your own love anthem.

And don’t miss the music video’s cute choreography.

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