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 (21–30)
Easy Game feat. WanukaNATSUMI
A pop tune marking singer-songwriter natsumi’s debut, featuring fellow singer-songwriter Wanuka.
The lyrics cleverly liken life’s unpredictability and confusion to a familiar “game,” making them uniquely relatable.
Released in May 2021, the track went viral after finger-dance videos on TikTok, and it’s known for achieving a three-peat atop Billboard JAPAN’s TikTok Songs chart.
Even on gloomy days, its breezy rhythm is sure to lift your spirits.
fake face dance musicOnda Masanori
Masayuki Onda, a singer-songwriter who rose to prominence mainly on social media with his gentle ballads, is back with an up-tempo dance track that overturns that image.
The song captures distrust toward someone who wears a false face and the complex, hard-to-resolve emotions that come with it, offering a slightly mature worldview that’s captivating.
The pairing of its electronic sound with Onda’s lustrous vocals is exquisite—so addictive in its sheer comfort.
Released in July 2023, the track was born from passionate fan demand, with the chorus posted on Instagram racking up over 1.3 million views.
Put it on during your commute or a nighttime walk, and everyday life might start to feel a bit more cinematic.
Songs popular among junior high school students. Trending songs on social media as well (31–40)
Evening FestivalTomonari Sora
Sora Tomonari is a male singer-songwriter who has earned enormous popularity for his music’s strong emphasis on world-building.
He has many classic songs, but this time I’d like to introduce a new track: Yoimatsuri (Twilight Festival).
Although falsetto appears frequently in this piece, the gap between the chest voice and falsetto is quite large, so the difficult low falsetto doesn’t show up much.
It’s not completely absent, but the phrases can be substituted with mixed voice, making the song overall easier to sing.
With its Japanese flair and a melody that weaves between minor and major modes, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going!
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
The opening song of the anime Fire Force is by the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, known for their high-pitched vocals and tricky playing style.
If you’re looking for an undeniably cool track or want to enjoy a fast-paced band sound, this band is a perfect fit.
Even among rock bands, they keep pushing the limits with innovative techniques and arrangements, constantly raising the bar.
All of them are classmates reunionzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Known by the nickname Zutomayo, Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni is a music unit whose members, apart from frontwoman ACA-ne, change fluidly depending on the song.
This is their 11th digitally released single.
The track has been used as a collaboration song for the online RPG PSO2: New Genesis as well as in a Spotify commercial, and its striking, hum-along phrase really sticks in your ears.
With a catchy phrase and melody you can memorize after a single listen, it’s easy for even middle schoolers to sing—no wonder it’s popular.
The arrangement, which seems to understand the rules of a hit song, is superb, delivering a number that evokes the new era of the J-pop scene.
veilSuda Keina
This ending song from the anime Fire Force is by singer-songwriter Keina Suda.
He’s a musician who started out as a Vocaloid producer before debuting as a singer-songwriter, and his hallmark is his solid composition skills.
It’s an exhilarating track that pairs a smart arrangement and catchy melodies with a beautiful sound.
If you discovered him through the anime, be sure to check out more of his songs.
VampireDECO*27
This is the 62nd track by music producer DECO*27, who has released numerous smash-hit Vocaloid numbers and drawn attention for providing songs to other artists.
It’s a pop, catchy number with plenty of punch: a thrilling, darting melody characteristic of Vocaloid tracks and a lively dance-tune arrangement.
The sexy, proactive lyrics might be a bit intense for middle schoolers, but that very thrill may be part of what makes it so popular.
Tying straightforward affection to a vampire motif, it’s a song we hope listeners from a wide range of backgrounds will check out.