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

Our JourneyKaneyori Masaru

Kaneyori Masaru [Our Journey] Music Video

A refreshing and powerful coming-of-age song that shines with a uniquely female perspective.

Kaneyori Masaru’s music features poppy melodies and a charming, emotionally stirring voice.

In this track, the joy of walking life’s journey is expressed through the small wonders and memories of everyday life.

Included on the album “Namiutsu Kokoro o Motchinagara,” released in February 2024, the song was also selected as the theme for the Lemino original drama “Diary of Our After-School Breakwater.” Its lyrics evoke friendship, romance, and sparkling memories that set the heart dancing.

A perfect pick when you want to feel courage and hope as you head into a new school term or a fresh start in life.

I want to fall in love.Za Hiinakyatto

The HINAKAT - I Want to Fall in Love (PV)

When it comes to youth, love is inseparable from it, isn’t it? This two-girl band from Kanagawa, clad in Gothic Lolita fashion, expresses the honest feelings of those who are in love with youth.

Their addictive sound and her voice are sure to leave listeners hooked.

papapazekkei kujira

[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.

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.

secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE

ZONE “secret base ~What You Gave Me~” MUSIC VIDEO

This is a heartwarming song that leaves an impression with its theme of youthful memories and friendship.

It sings of parting from friends and the hope of reunion, with feelings woven in a secret place carried by a beautiful melody.

ZONE’s charming harmonies and vocals that convey hope even within a sense of melancholy make this a moving piece.

Released as their third single in August 2001, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama-30 series “Kids War 3: Zakenna yo” and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The song also won the Best New Artist Award at the 34th Japan Cable Awards.

It’s an approachable track for beginners in rock to practice, so definitely give it a try!