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An idol-sung youth anthem: a roundup of songs celebrating sparkling, radiant days

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

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.

An idol-sung youth song. A compilation of songs about days that sparkle and shine (91–100)

Can’t Stop!!-LOVING-SMAP

【SMAP】　Can’t Stop!!～LOVING　【Full】

Can't Stop!!-LOVING-SMAP

SMAP’s debut work, a straightforward song that gives voice to the pure wishes and dreams of youth.

With its refreshing, hope-filled melody and gentle vocals, this piece tenderly embraces the sparkle and possibilities of adolescence.

Released in September 1991, it impressively reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

In December of the same year, the group made their first appearance at the 42nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, marking the first step toward their breakthrough.

It was also used as the ending theme for Beat Takeshi’s TV Tackle, winning love across generations.

Highly recommended for anyone taking a new step forward or wishing to cherish a pure heart.

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Hi-FiveME:I

ME:I (Mei) ⊹ “Hi-Five” Official MV

Hi-FiveME:I

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♬ Hi-Five – YuraYura Mirage ver. – ME:I

This track has been steadily blowing up on TikTok with a sound that shines as brightly as the summer sun.

ME:I’s second single has so much momentum that it’s spawned a variety of dance challenges on TikTok.

It’s a pop song with a refreshingly cool sound—like sipping a crisp lemonade—and lyrics that capture summer memories spent with someone special.

Released in August 2024, it reached No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and was also performed at KCON LA 2024 in Los Angeles that same month, drawing international attention.

It’s perfect for posts showcasing active summer scenes, like festivals or seaside fun.

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