An idol-sung youth anthem: a roundup of songs celebrating sparkling, radiant days
Among idol songs, there are tracks with a wide range of lyrical themes, and youth-themed songs are especially popular.
From songs that depict the bittersweet romances of school days, to songs that celebrate the hard work built together with friends toward a shared goal, to songs about friendship—“youth songs” come in many varieties.
In this article, we’ll introduce a curated selection of recommended youth-themed tracks from the vast world of idol songs.
We’ve gathered songs with various themes, so try listening while reading the lyrics.
We hope you’ll find a track that sets your heart on fire.
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An idol-sung youth song. A compilation of songs about days that sparkle and shine (91–100)
Spring of departure has come.Sumairēji
This is a S/mileage song that brightly sings about taking a fresh first step into a new life with the arrival of spring.
It cheerfully portrays young people parting ways as they walk different paths, holding sparkling memories and strong bonds in their hearts.
Released in March 2013, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Daily Singles Ranking.
Loved by many as a perfect cheer song for graduation season, it gives you the courage to keep moving toward your dreams, even while feeling anxious about diving into a new environment.
Recommended for anyone who wants to look back on cherished memories with close friends while feeling their heart swell with anticipation for a new chapter.
Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei
A heartwarming number that captures the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship.
Suisei Hoshimachi’s pure vocals gently enfold lyrics themed around school-day memories and bonds.
Included on the Hololive × HoneyWorks collaboration album “Horohani-gaoka High School,” released in February 2024, this track is marked by an emotional melody that evokes the end of a school festival or the glow of a campfire.
It’s recommended not only for students nearing graduation, but also for anyone who wants to reflect on the past while feeling hopeful about the future.
A moving song that reminds us of the value of our bonds with friends and the importance of new encounters.
Please never quit being an idol.＝LOVE
It’s a heartfelt love song that sings of deep affection for idols and their everlasting shine.
Released in July 2024 as =LOVE’s 17th single, it sparked a big reaction among fans with Maika Sasaki taking center position.
The song conveys the desire to keep shining on stage while overcoming the hardships and loneliness of idol life.
It beautifully captures the deep bond between idols and their fans.
It’s sure to be a song that stays close to your heart.
For anyone striving toward their dreams, this is a must-hear anthem of encouragement.
ClickME:I
This track has been drawing attention thanks to dance videos on social media.
Set to a bright, stylish pop sound, it straightforwardly portrays the feeling of taking a step toward the future and the bonds with friends.
The music video, in which the members travel across time and space, also made waves, and it gained popularity as the lead song from the single “MIRAI,” released in April 2024.
It was also featured in Fujifilm’s instax commercial, making it a perfect song for times when you want to pursue your dreams and hopes.
Until graduationBoku ga mitakatta aozora
A song that beautifully depicts a bittersweet snapshot of youth.
Created by Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora, it was released as their second single in January 2024.
The first-press limited edition also includes a Blu-ray.
With lyrics themed around love and graduation, it vividly captures the sweet-and-sour feelings of a school-days crush and the tension of parting.
Another highlight is hearing the 12 selected members’ vocals in a music video set at a fishing port.
It’s recommended not only for those approaching graduation, but also for anyone nostalgic about their youth.
Listen to this work, and you’ll likely find a gentle, moving touch upon your heart.
Blue-Sky Unrequited LoveSKE48
If it’s a youth song, you can’t not sing about bittersweet love.
And unrequited love or getting rejected is more youthful than mutual love.
This is a wonderful idol song that perfectly speaks for those feelings.
A must-listen for young people.
After all, I’m an idolKoizumi Kyoko
A witty song by Yasushi Akimoto that portrays the ideal and reality of idols with humor! Released in 1985, it was Kyoko Koizumi’s 17th single and was also used as the commercial song for Fuji Photo Film’s Cardia camera.
While presenting a fresh take on how idols were viewed at the time, it skillfully depicts the emotions swaying between the image of a pure, clean-cut idol and a private self.
A gem of a pop tune that brings both laughter and empathy to everyone who loves idols.