Good songs recommended for junior high school students. Classic and popular Japanese hits.

My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster 『My Best Friend』Music Video-Short Ver.-

In recent years, they’ve gained popularity across a wide range of age groups, especially among young people, and Little Glee Monster has even been confirmed to perform at this year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It’s a song that showcases their overwhelming vocal ability—powerful enough to be sung a cappella—with emotive vocals and an upbeat tempo as its defining features.

Let’s La Cookin’ ☆ ShowtimeNostalgic Orchestra

Kirakira☆Precure A La Mode - First Ending Theme: “Let’s La Cooking☆Showtime” (Vocals: Kanako Miyamoto)

I think a lot of younger girls really love it! Its colorful, cute world captures girls’ hearts, and they end up getting drawn into the stories of the older girls.

You can’t dismiss it as just a kids’ anime song—it’s bright, fun, positive, and a genuinely good song.

C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK 「C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.」

It’s a classic from ONE OK ROCK, a rock band that represents Japan and now performs not only in Japan but around the world, including the United States.

Although the slow tempo is unusual for them, it’s an outstanding track that truly brings out the best in Taka’s vocals.

KizunaORANGE RANGE

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This is a famous song by ORENGERENGE that was featured in numerous dramas and commercials.

When they debuted, nearly every track they released became a major hit, making them especially popular among young people.

Their popularity hasn’t waned even now, and this song is distinguished by its wonderful vocals.

ReunionRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS Reunion

It’s a famous song by RADWIMPS, a rock band that has been featured in movies, TV dramas, and commercials, and has gained popularity across a wide range of generations in recent years.

Although they have a long career, this track has a sound that appeals to everyone from elementary school students to adults, making it an easy listen.

Like magicSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Like Magic”

It seems that many elementary school girls imitate the cute vocal tone and sing it at karaoke.

It’s a hugely popular song with a melody that feels like it puts girls’ feelings directly into the lyrics.

The overall tone is gentle, and you can sense a kindness that feels embracing.

MONDO PIECEUVERworld

UVERworld – MONDO PIECE LIVE

This is a famous song by UVERworld, a rock band with a distinctive cool vocal style and sound that enjoys immense popularity among young people of all genders.

The track features a characteristically cool rock arrangement, and his beautiful vocals—reaching into the high range—are a highlight.