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

As a substitute for an alarm clock—before an important exam, in the middle of a game, or just to relax… What kind of song do you use as your wake-up alarm? If you’re visiting this site, you’re probably a music lover—each of you likely has your own preferences.

This time, we researched what songs high school students listen to in the morning as their alarm!

Playlist

Recommended wake-up songs for high school students: classic and popular Japanese hits
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Wake up!AAA		A song that became a huge hit as an anime theme song
2	Blue Springback number		A rousing, heartfelt cheer song by back number
3	NonfictionsDa-iCE		A passionate message song cheering on exam-takers
4	Just break the limit!UVERworld		Let's push past our limits and move forward!
5	Future ProjectionRyukku to soine gohan		A song of courage that supports anxiety and hope
6	Have a nice dayNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s songs that give me energy in the morning
7	migratory bird[Alexandros]		Beautiful music paints the sky and colors the morning.
8	peace signYonezu Kenshi		My Hero Academia opening song, expressing youth and passionate feelings
9	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		The ending theme song of the anime “Blood Blockade Battlefront.”
10	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46’s debut single becomes a massive hit, winning cross-generational popularity.
11	HIGHER GROUND feat. Dimitri Vegas & Like MikeEXILE TRIBE		A masculine, urban men's wake-up song
12	Is that okay?RADWIMPS		The appeal of RADWIMPS, who have many great songs beyond just “Zenzenzense.”
13	Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES		The opening theme of Noragami: distinctive lyrics and music
14	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		Mood boost with energetic music
15	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A masterpiece that blows away morning drowsiness
16	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		A song from an au commercial that cheers on a positive mindset
17	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		Expressing masculinity with cool electronic music
18	WanteD! WanteD!Mrs. GREEN APPLE		The opening theme song of the TV drama gets you pumped.
19	BIG CITY RODEOEXILE GENERATION		Let's get hyped with dance music!
20	Oh!!!! Annoying!!!!GReeeeN		A song that livens up the morning, with captivating key changes
21	Because you’re my hero.LiSA		The exhilarating ending theme of the anime “My Hero Academia”
22	asking for the moonKANA-BOON		A buzzworthy, catchy track by KANA-BOON
23	Sugarless GiRLCAPSULE		Feeling great from the morning with electro music
24	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		Refreshing music lifts my spirits.
25	breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE's morning cheer song
26	HEART BEATKato Miria		Olympic cheer song, a bright and happy tune
27	READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		The opening theme song of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist
28	Wandering Blue BulletB’z		A shocking rock song that inspires the downtrodden
29	YEAH!! YEAH!! YEAH!!EXILE THE SECOND		Summer dance tune is the best! It gets me hyped!
30	CITY LIGHTSandymori		Upbeat songs to speed up your morning routine
31	Never EverBeverly		Cheering song; its bright singing voice gives me energy.
32	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song of the heart that moves forward despite uncertainty
33	The Zero Sense10-FEET		An anthem that portrays a love for basketball and the courage to chase dreams
34	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy's songs are loved by many people
35	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A powerful anthem of encouragement that passionately depicts the dreams of youth
36	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		An uplifting song that turns weakness into an ally and aims for greater heights
37	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s new song, a theme song to cheer on challenges
38	winding roadNovelbright		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers on the journey from boyhood to adulthood
39	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s songs that sing of youth and the courage to face the future
40	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
41	RunLittle Glee Monster		An anthem cheering you on as you run toward your dreams
42	DREAMERIkuta Rira		Ikuta Lira releases a gentle encouragement song that warmly embraces the hearts of dream-chasing youth
43	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A powerful anthem that captures the anxieties and brilliance of youth
44	PlasmaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s new Gundam theme song
45	CorrectRADWIMPS		A cheer song by RADWIMPS, let’s move forward at our own pace
46	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Back-to-school support song that boosts self-esteem
47	Burning LoveChe’Nelle		An encouraging message and a high-energy, fast-paced song
48	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		Upbeat pop rock for a new chapter in life
49	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's commercial song 'Cheering Rock'
50	Bring back that wonderful morning once moreGōruden Bonbā		A masterpiece depicting Golden Bomber’s love and everyday life
51	Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya		A heartwarming song to support your new spring life
52	SUNHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s refreshing cheer song
53	SCHOOL DAYSshiritsu ebisu chūgaku		A song of anticipation and determination for a new life
54	rainbow-coloredayaka		A healing song of hope and courage that brightens the morning
55	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s smash hit song wins the Japan Record Award
56	Step Up LOVEDAOKO × Okamura Yasuyuki		Wake-up song for love-busy college students
57	My first kissHi-STANDARD		A song that wakes you up with a punk cover
58	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Support Song
59	SunMy Hair is Bad		An encouraging song that gives courage to youth
60	FLASHPerfume		Wake up bathed in sunlight.
61	OH！SHISHAMO		A song to cheer on high school students working hard this summer
62	Wake Me Up!SPEED		SPEED’s growth and changing appeal
63	KarakahiSweet William to Aoba Ichiko		Wake up to quiet music in the morning
64	Lush Life!clammbon		A delightful, exciting track that's perfect for waking up in the morning.
65	one’s true feelingssumika		Lift your heart with sumika’s ballads
66	SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi		Refreshing songs perfect for the morning
67	Flowing voicemei-chan		Mei-chan's glittering youth song
68	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A cheer song to encourage exam takers
69	Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei		Morning hype rock songs
70	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		Mone Kamishiraishi's cheer song sings of hope and bonds
71	KekekeYoshizawa Kayoko		A refreshing morning song to listen to while removing unwanted hair.
72	Song of BeginningsŌhashi Torio		A pleasant, calming ballad for the morning
73	Pixels of EmotionOkazaki Taiiku		Fierce yet pleasant, a song whose meaningless lyrics make it perfect for the morning.
74	IdeaHoshino Gen		Wake up to Gen Hoshino’s refreshing song
75	New Civilization EnlightenmentToukyou Jihen		Let's enjoy a cheerful morning with Shiina Ringo's new song
76	Refreshing MorningShinsei Kamattechan		A song that turns morning irritation into music
77	Our Starting LineHIPPY		HIPPY cheer song, official song of the inter-high school championships
78	Dear, boyHump Back		An encouraging anthem that portrays the struggles and hopes of youth
79	StardomKing Gnu		King Gnu's song encourages high school students
80	ChangeONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK new song in a Western music style
81	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR’s cheer song, with the theme of parting and reunion
82	ReCodaTRUE		Euphonium 3 OP cheer song
83	no heart rate[Alexandros]		A song that cheers on high school students with a zero heartbeat
84	Sense of Wondersumika		Sumika’s cheer song, singing about taking on challenges to do what you want
85	possibilitySambomasutā		Cheer on dreams with Sambomaster’s fight song
86	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		Support song by Sambomaster
87	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		An anthem cheering on youth sprinting at full speed
88	Connect!Misaka Saki		Cheering on young people’s challenges with powerful lyrics
89	pupilŌhara Sakurako		A youth anthem cheering on high school students
90	YELL ~Support~Kobukuro		Kobukuro gives a push to those chasing their dreams
91	Clock StrikesONE OK ROCK		A stylish sound is the very essence of rock…
92	ICHIDAIJIPorukadotto Sutingurei		Entrance exams and regular tests are exactly the kinds of things that high school students...
93	Before morning comessakura shimeji		It’s a song by Sakura Shimeji. Up until now, Sakura Shi…
94	nevermindmuque		An uplifting cheer song full of youth and courage—move forward as yourself!
95	rainbowyuzu		An inspiring song whose encouraging message resonates with the heart
96	U.S.A.DA PUMP		Eurobeat, music that gets you hyped
97	BEAUTIFUL DREAMERGLAY		28th single, an orchestral-style song
98	Revivalwacci		A morning song full of hope, courage, and warmth
99	MABOROSHI SUMMERKEYTALK		An indie track reached No. 48
100	MUSIC VIDEOOkazaki Taiiku		Wake up energized in the morning with Okazaki Taiiku’s fun songs