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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Popular songs among junior high school students. Also includes tracks trending on social media (81–90)
Hang out!Division All Stars
If you’re into anime or voice actors, you’ll probably get hooked on this.
It’s a track performed by the male voice-actor rap project Hypnosis Mic’s Division All Stars, released in July 2021.
It was used as the theme song for the mobile game “Hypnosis Mic -Alternative Rap Battle-.” The arrangement is memorable, shifting from a heavy vibe to a light, nimble development so it never gets old.
And the rap—well, it’s just undeniably cool.
That’s really what it comes down to.
You can also have fun discovering the vocal timbres you personally like.
S’il vous plaît, PresidentPmaru-sama.
Many of you might have heard it on TikTok.
It’s a track by the wildly popular YouTuber Pmarusama (P丸様。), included on their first album “Sunny!!” released in 2021.
It’s a very upbeat piece about what you’d do if your partner cheated on you.
The lively sound arrangement pairs perfectly with Pmarusama’s cute vocals and really lifts your spirits! Highly recommended for when you want to crank your energy all the way up.
OH!SHISHAMO
This is a refreshingly fast-paced track by SHISHAMO, a leading all-female three-piece band.
Their hallmark is simple guitar rock, and the powerful performances paired with female vocals have encouraged not only women but countless listeners.
This song, too, is a reassuring number that gives you the strength to move forward.
W/X/YTani Yuuki
Singer-songwriter Tani Yuuki made his name known to the world with the viral hit of his track “Myra” on TikTok.
In 2021, he released “W/X/Y,” a song that explores the perspectives of men and women on love—something that gently resonates with middle schoolers living through their youth.
Set to a hip-hop-inspired beat, his warm vocals convey a heartfelt passion.
Even when two people pass each other by, the song paints a picture of their overlapping love story.
Give it a listen.
A critical hit!Amatsuki
Gaining popularity on Niconico and YouTube, vocalist Amatsuki—now especially popular among teens for his singing—delivers this track.
The music video unfolds like a manga, making it fun to watch and expressing the song’s atmosphere more clearly.
Riding atop the pop arrangement, his clear vocals leave a strong impression, resulting in a highly entertaining piece.
electric shockYonezu Kenshi
I can’t take my eyes off the wildly energetic music video.
It’s a song by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, known for hits like “Lemon” and “Uma to Shika,” included on his 2020 album STRAY SHEEP.
It’s also the theme song for the drama MIU404.
The funky rhythm and sophisticated sound arrangement evoke the nighttime city and leave a strong impression.
Since he’s also known as Hachi, a popular Vocaloid producer, there are many middle schoolers who’ve been fans since they were in elementary school.
Popular songs among junior high school students. Also includes tracks trending on social media (91–100)
365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48
This song was produced as the theme for the NHK morning drama series Asa ga Kita.
Its selection as the theme song was announced by NHK on August 18, 2015, and it was first unveiled on the NHK Premap broadcast on September 16, 2015.
Sayaka Yamamoto served as the center position.
It’s a soothing song that warms the heart.