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. Songs trending on social media too (141–150)
YOKAZEHentai Shinshi Kurabu
Any middle schooler who likes hip-hop is bound to know it.
It’s a track by the three-member music unit Hentai Shinshi Club, included on their first album “ZURUMUKE,” released in 2021.
As the title suggests, the sound conveys the chill of the night air—you can’t get enough of it.
The slightly mature lyrical worldview seems to reflect a strong determination to “walk my own path in life.” If you’re in the mood for a laid-back track, this is a must-listen.
evergreenŌhashi Chippoke
Singer-songwriter Chippoke Ohashi, who rose to prominence after performing at the teen-exclusive rock festival “Mikakunin Festival,” has been drawing attention ever since.
“Evergreen,” which opens his fifth album ‘you,’ features a pleasing rock ensemble that reflects influences from UK rock.
Its love-song lyrics, delivered with a straightforward message, are likely to resonate even with junior high school students who may not have much experience in romance yet.
It’s a breezy, love-filled pop tune you’ll want to sing at karaoke with your partner or someone you’re interested in.
SparkleIkuta Rira
Sparkle, released in 2022 by Lila Ikuta—the vocalist of the hugely popular teen-favorite music duo YOASOBI—was written and composed by Ikuta herself and chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s Today, I Fell in Love: Mikan Edition.
Her clear, translucent vocals intertwine with a band performance that incorporates beautiful strings.
The lyrics, expressing pure feelings of love while singing about the loneliness of heartbreak, are sure to encourage middle school romances.
How about listening to this gently heart-wrenching love song that slowly spreads through your heart?
Popular songs among junior high school students. Songs trending on social media as well (151–160)
Do Re Mi So La Si DoHinatazaka46
This is Hinatazaka46’s second single, “Doremisolasido,” following their debut song “Kyun,” which made a splash.
It’s a fresh, bright pop song that’s very much Hinatazaka46, the kind you want to listen to when you’re feeling down.
It’s also a love song that captures the cute bewilderment of “I can’t believe I fell for this person!” so it’s recommended for middle schoolers in love too.
Definitely give it a listen!
Pop VirusHoshino Gen
This is a song by Gen Hoshino, a singer-songwriter popular across a wide range of ages—from middle schoolers to people of all generations.
It features his signature pop and stylish sound, with an arrangement that blends clarity and maturity.
The lyrics carry a message of love, single-heartedly thinking of someone special.
It’s the title track of the album “POP VIRUS,” released in 2018.
Break the glass!Keyakizaka46
Released as Keyakizaka46’s 6th single in 2018, this track is an aggressively hard-hitting rock tune—so intense you’d hardly think it’s an idol song.
Its message—“To make your dreams come true, you can’t just stick with the crowd; assert your own will”—has been a theme since their debut single Silent Majority, and this song takes that message and delivers it even more powerfully.
PerfumeEito
Sung to the sound of an acoustic guitar is a bittersweet love.
It’s a song by Eito, a singer-songwriter from Kanagawa Prefecture, released as a single in 2019.
It became a hit after spreading on social media.
The lyrics portray a man’s wavering feelings when he meets his ex-girlfriend for the first time in a while, and those down-to-earth words touched many hearts.
It’s popular as a cover in “I tried singing/playing” videos, which is one reason the song’s name recognition grew.