Girls' band youth songs: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.

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[MV] Spectacular Whale / papapa

A four-member girls’ band born in Osaka.

You can feel that distinctive Naniwa spirit from them.

From the funky guitar sound in the intro to the vocalist’s languid tone, all firmly underpinned by the rhythm section—simply breathtaking.

They make you feel each and every shocking event you experience in youth.

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Zwei – Hikari

This unit consists of two Japanese women, fully produced by Nick Wood, a British music producer known for creating many commercial jingles in Japan.

Characterized by its dreamy sound, this song is a cheering anthem that directly embodies the feelings of youthful passion.

Something like “happy”Sabasusutā

Sabasister – “Happy Nante” Music Video

Centered around Nachi—who grew up in rural Niigata and picked up the guitar in middle school after becoming captivated by Hi-STANDARD—Sabishisuta was formed in March 2022 and has been making headlines with their rapid rise.

In just five short months after forming, they landed a slot at SUMMER SONIC and were also selected to join 04 Limited Sazabys on tour, solidifying their momentum as a girls’ rock band.

In January 2024, they signed with PIZZA OF DEATH, headed by their idol Ken Yokoyama of Hi-STANDARD, and made their major-label debut with the album “Kakugo o Kimero!” Their music—singing of inner thrills and frustrations, as well as gratitude toward loved ones, set to melodies that evoke a sense of nostalgia—captures the hearts of many with its pure emotion and powerful performance.

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[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band “I Won’t Let Myself Forget” / In-episode song from TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” Episode 12

Despite being a fictional band born from an anime, Kessoku Band has become hugely popular, drawing in both Japanese and Western rock listeners.

Based on a hit manga and adapted into a TV anime in 2022, Bocchi the Rock! instantly won over not only anime fans but also music lovers, as mentioned earlier.

Framed as the debut album by Kessoku Band as they appear in the show, the self-titled album released in 2022 became an extraordinary hit and a major talking point.

From among Kessoku Band’s tracks, this piece will introduce “I Won’t Forget.” It’s an undisputed killer tune, performed first during the cultural festival scene in episode 12 of the anime.

It works perfectly as a cute slice of girls’ rock, and the restless, roaming guitar lines brilliantly capture Kessoku Band’s signature feel.

Be sure to pay attention to the lyrics as well: they explore complicated feelings about youth without getting too heavy, yet without tipping too far into positivity—striking a finely balanced tone.

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GO MY WAY!CREA

【CREA】「GO MY WAY!」Music Video full 【ROCK BAND】

The girls’ band CREA, formed in 2011.

Her vocals sound like they’re about to burst into a sprint, and the brisk, refreshing sound gives you energy.

It beautifully expresses the feeling of believing in yourself and charging straight ahead.

It’s a song that evokes the image of youthful days spent running headlong, completely absorbed.

It’s fine daysChelsy

Chelsy　「It’s fine days」　MV

The opening intro guitar and the bass that kicks in like flipping a switch recreate a refreshing breeze and sunshine in your mind in “It’s fine days.” The sound world they create will invite every listener back to the days of youth.

It’s a song that fills you with a positive, forward-looking feeling.

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FLiP Laila

A girls’ rock band that delivers pop, mysterious alternative rock.

Their jump-inducing sound resonates with youthful hearts.

The intro truly feels like the dawn of youth, and the beat-keeping drums evoke the image of boys and girls climbing upward.