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

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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.

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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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[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band “Doppelgänger” / Theatrical Compilation Bocchi the Rock! Re:Re: Opening Theme

How about giving the youth anthem by Kessoku Band a listen? Performed by the in-anime band from Bocchi the Rock!, this track is a moving song themed around facing yourself.

Many will relate to the lyric, “I could never like my true self.” Yet the story of growth that begins by accepting your weaknesses is truly touching.

Released in August 2024 as the opening theme for the theatrical edition, the song packs emotional guitar sounds and a powerful message.

If you’re in the midst of searching for who you are, this is a must-listen—it’s sure to awaken the courage that lies deep within your heart.

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With drum rhythms that seem to embody the pounding heartbeat of youth, played alongside a distinctive guitar sound, this three-piece girls’ band is noodles.

Vocalist YOKO’s breezy, wind-swept voice will surely inspire the pure hearts of hopeful boys and girls.