Recommended wake-up songs for high school students: classic and popular Japanese hits

Wake Me Up!SPEED

SPEED – WAKE ME UP

When it comes to morning greeting songs, this is the only one that comes to mind! It’s quite an old song, but SPEED at that time was so cool and so cute…

All the members were in elementary to junior high school back then, making it a very youthful group.

After they became adults, SPEED’s vocal skills improved dramatically, and each member’s accumulated life experience really shines through—it’s wonderful.

KarakahiSweet William to Aoba Ichiko

Sweet William and Ichiko Aoba – Karakai (Official Music Video)

Of course, there are people who prefer to start their day gradually with calm, soothing music rather than loud tunes.

For college students like that, how about this song? The crystal-clear, beautiful vocals paired with a hip-hop-inspired beat seem like the perfect match to welcome an amazing morning.

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Saitō Ayumu

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Philosophy[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Philosophy (MV)

Here’s a song I especially want high school students who feel like “Someone like me…” to listen to.

It was created in 2019 for a music event called “18-fes,” which brings together 18-year-olds from across the country.

The reason I recommend it is, plainly, the lyrics! I think many people feel weak or insecure about studying, but these lyrics acknowledge and accept those feelings—lack of confidence and negative emotions—and then tell you, “Go do it your way!!” When you’re having a hard time facing your studies, give this song a listen.

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Hane Keisuke

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Lush Life!clammbon

clammbon「Lush Life!」Music Video

It has a vibe that could become addictive, filled with the excitement and comfort that evoke the start of a day.

The interplay between the bass and piano, and the rhythm and melody, make you feel like you can’t help but skip along.

I think it’s perfect as a wake-up song, so why not try listening to it in the morning?

one’s true feelingssumika

sumika / Honne [Music Video] *Theme song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Championship

When you want to give it your all, it depends on your mood—sometimes you want a pop, powerful track that boosts your energy, and other times a song that draws strength from deep within.

sumika’s song “Honne” falls into the latter category.

It’s a ballad that calms feelings of sadness and anxiety and then pulls you upward with a strong lift.

This track was chosen as the support song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, and I think it will especially resonate with those who are giving their all in sports or working hard in their club activities.

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utatane

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RUNtofubeats

tofubeats -「RUN」

There must be many people who want to start their morning in style by listening to stylish music.

For a fashion-forward listener like you, try this track by tofubeats.

Its short, on-trend structure popular overseas, the sleek music video, and the exhilarating, fast-paced beat make it perfect for the morning.

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Saitō Ayumu

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SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi

Boku no Lyric no Boyomi – “SKY’s the limit” Music Video

“Boku no Lyric no Bōyomi,” affectionately known as “Bokuriri,” is popular among young women.

Among his songs, this one is especially refreshing and perfect for the morning.

In particular, the chorus lyrics evoke an image of dazzling light, so even people who aren’t morning types might be able to spring right out of bed.

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Saitō Ayumu

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