Songs popular among junior high school students. Also songs trending on social media.
Middle school students are probably super into the latest J-pop, right?
There are so many songs you won’t want to miss—theme songs from TV dramas and movies, tracks that are blowing up on social media and music shows, and brand-new releases from artists leading the J-pop scene.
And of course, you can’t skip the love songs!
In this article, we’ll introduce popular tracks among middle schoolers, as well as standout songs that went viral on social media and really resonate with them.
If you listen to the songs featured here, you’ll be able to jump into music talk at school tomorrow!
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Songs popular among junior high school students. Trending tracks on social media too (71–80)
It smells like a midsummer night.aimyon
This is a wildly original oddity from Aimyon, the singer-songwriter who made a major breakthrough and even appeared on the Red and White Song Battle.
It starts in a way that will bewilder listeners who came in for her poppiness, yet the chorus sweeps in and turns it into a full-on pop song—an emotional shift that races forward.
Let yourself be captivated by the trickiness of this fascinating track with its dual nature.
Harajuku Iyahoikyarī pamyu pamyu
This is a track released by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, whose popularity is surging worldwide, featuring the Harajuku style.
It incorporates the EDM sound that has been trending globally in recent years, and with its catchy lyrics, it’s guaranteed to stick in listeners’ ears and play on heavy rotation in their heads.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
This is a track released by Sakanaction, a band especially popular among young people.
With its upbeat rhythm, catchy melody, and playful wordplay, the song—paired with the nostalgic feel of its music video—has been gaining popularity and has become a crowd-pleaser at live shows.
Popular songs among junior high school students. Also includes tracks trending on social media (81–90)
thorn; brambleAdo
A powerful and exhilarating melody resonates in the heart.
This standout single, born from the ultimate tag team of Ado’s commanding vocals and a song provided by Vaundy, was released in May 2023.
The lyrics, which stir intense emotions, speak to the soul and are sure to help you face even a day at school with positivity.
When you belt it out at karaoke, this song has the strength to let the day’s fatigue ride the waves of sound and blow away.
It’s not only perfect for sharing on social media, but also a track that enriches the rhythm of everyday life—so be sure to give it a listen.
Pierrot of the NightAdo
Since her shocking debut with the social-phenomenon hit “Usseewa,” female singer Ado has continued to make headlines with every release thanks to her wide expressive range.
This is her fifth digital-only single, selected as the opening theme for the drama slot ‘One Hour To First Love.’ Produced by Vocaloid creator biz, the track features a laid-back shuffle beat that naturally makes you sway along.
Blending her trademark power with delicate falsetto, her vocals serve as a fresh reminder of Ado’s singing prowess.
It’s a work that conveys the presence of a new-generation songstress who’s popular even among trend-sensitive middle schoolers.
I beg youAimer
It’s a cool track with an oriental vibe.
Released in 2019 as the 16th single by the musician Aimer, it served as the theme song for the anime film Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel] II.lost butterfly.
Its enchanting, almost otherworldly sound is the secret to its popularity.
It’s supported by middle schoolers who love anime.
AriaBUMP OF CHICKEN
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Aogeba Tōtoshi.” They’re singing surrounded by countless LEDs, with a very dreamlike backdrop.
The driving melody is so quintessentially BUMP.
BUMP captures young people’s hearts in every era and never lets go.