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

Vanity ParadoxFuyū suru neko

Drifting Cat 'The Vanity Paradox' (FUYUSURUNEKO 'Kyoeishin Paradox' Music Video)

Fuyuu-suru Neko is a three-piece girls’ band.

The sheer richness of their sound is astonishing—hard to believe it comes from just three members.

Their music seems to ignite the pent-up frustrations of youth, capturing the complex emotions young people carry.

It’s truly a sound unique to the world they create.

Bye-bye, farewell★thank youkonkonjanpu

CONCONJUMP Bye-bye, goodbye ★ thank you

This is a song that conjures up a scene of parting—ephemeral yet beautiful, like a sparkler at summer’s end.

The work marked Konkon Jump’s re-major debut in August 2007, was used as the ending theme for TBS’s “Sasuke Mania,” and was later included on the album “Life★Is★Beautiful.” Many listeners will relate to the sadness of no longer being able to say “See you tomorrow,” and the warm wish for the other person’s future that remains nonetheless.

It’s a youth anthem that both reminds us of the importance of our memories and what we hold dear, and gives us the courage to step onto the next stage.

Goodbyeganbare! Victory

Hang in there! Victory “Goodbye” MV

It became a hot topic with a collaboration music video for comico’s popular comic The Universe at the Tips of Our Toes, featuring Shimon Okura and Yumika Hirao, who are popular among teens.

Formed by five girls who were classmates in elementary school, the band’s gentle sound and vocals will remind listeners of the faint romances of youth.

I hope I can be your lover.Kaneyori Masaru

Kaneyori Masaru [I Hope I Can Be Your Lover] Music Video

Kaneyori Masaru resonates with relatable, life-sized lyrics that capture everyday moments.

Featured on their mini album “To Us Who Won’t Live Yesterday,” released in January 2025, this is a track that straightforwardly sings of an unrequited love.

It also drew attention as the theme song for the film “Yoyogi Johnny’s Melancholy After School.” With a relatively simple structure, it’s an easy song for bands to tackle.

You can arrange the guitar mainly with chord strumming, keep a rolling nuance on the snare for the drums, and lock in tightly with the bass to convey the song’s bittersweet yet forward-looking world.

The bass phrase that stands out right before the chorus may be a bit tricky, but it’s a crucial lead-in to the hook, so be sure to practice it thoroughly!

one-way ticketgarasu no kutsu wa otosanai

One-Way Ticket Music Video: Don’t Drop the Glass Slipper

If you’re into brisk, catchy girls’ rock, there are surely many bands out there who’d love to try performing songs by “Garasu no Kutsu wa Otosanai.” This track paints a warm yet bittersweet feeling born from the urge to see someone dear who’s moving away for school or work, and the reality that you can’t.

The key is how your band conveys that emotion.

In particular, keep the A section simple while making good use of space in the ensemble, and then connect it to a sense of sprinting momentum in the chorus.

Released in March 2025, the song was selected as a Power Play on AIR-G’ (FM Hokkaido) that same month.

It’s perfect for bands who want to deliver fresh, guitar-driven rock that captures listeners’ hearts at events like school festivals.

We recommend aiming for an ensemble that emphasizes dynamics while harnessing the original track’s driving feel!

Horn-rimmed glasses and a babydollDekoboko Dekoboko – Ruri Rori –

The 2013 drum practice of towel-spinning by the bumpy black-rimmed glasses and baby doll

Their unique sense of unity at live shows comes from combining idol and band elements.

Formed in 2012, Rurirori is an idol rock band that fuses a live band with idol dance.

Their performances are highly skilled, and fans are captivated by their earnest playing.

They evoke the feelings of youth in people, no matter the era.

BOYZ SECO MENCHAI

CHAI – Boys Seco Men (subtitled) – Official Music Video

A maiden’s heart sung over crisp rhythms and a heavily distorted, powerful guitar sound.

With a bold approach, it sharply captures the “pettiness” of modern love and human relationships.

Released in October 2017 as a track on the album PINK, this song was selected as one of the Top 10 entries for the CD Shop Award, chosen by record store clerks nationwide, earning high acclaim.

It’s a must-listen not only for those struggling with romance, but for anyone who wants to live powerfully and true to themselves.