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)
I can’t stand that cute girl.narumiya
“That Cute Girl I Can’t Stand,” which is going viral on TikTok and YouTube, is a track by next‑gen singer‑songwriter Narumiya.
Set to a driving, Japanese‑tinged sound, it portrays a somewhat downbeat love story.
Narumiya is known for the contrast between her sound and lyrics, and this song stands out even among her works.
Another highlight is the gap between her whispery, girlish vocals and the lyrical content.
EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella
With its exuberant, fun rhythm and catchy melody, this Wednesday Campanella track was released in February 2022.
Brimming with passion for creativity and the joy of self-actualization, the piece carries a message about reexamining oneself through self-expression.
Its unique lyrics portray a protagonist torn between the dream of being an inventor and the reality of being a musician, resonating deeply with listeners.
Included on the album “Neon,” the song took social media by storm with a viewer-participation dance challenge and won the Music category of the 2022 TikTok Buzzword Awards.
Its simple melodic line and rhythmic beat make it an easy pick for karaoke and school events, and highly recommended.
Songs popular among junior high school students. Trending songs on social media as well (31–40)
Syndrome Lovesutopuri
Released in July 2021, this track by the entertainment group Sutopuri—who are mainly active on video platforms—was written and composed by the popular Vocaloid producer Kairiki Bear.
Its irresistibly addictive, repeat-worthy sound is the main draw.
The chorus melody sticks in your head after just one listen.
Plus, the distinctive vocal performances by the Sutopuri members are super cool! It’s a hot topic that’s especially popular among younger listeners, including middle school students.
Happy Endingback number
It’s the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” This track is back number’s 16th single.
I’ve heard that Takeshi Kobayashi, known as Mr.Children’s producer, was also involved in its production.
Despite the title, the song has a contrasting tone—lonely and heartrending.
Blue JeansHANA
Produced by Chanmina, HANA is one of today’s most talked-about girl groups.
When their debut single “ROSE” was released in April 2025, it topped the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.
Among HANA’s songs, the one I especially recommend is their second single—the group’s first mid-tempo ballad love song.
The highlight of this track is, above all, its lyrical world.
You want to stay true to yourself like a pair of well-worn jeans, yet in front of the person you like, your confidence falters and jealousy creeps in.
It paints a picture of those bittersweet late-night feelings of love.
Many listeners will likely relate to the anxious thought of not knowing when you’ll see each other next.
It’s a stylish and emotional piece that also features a collaboration with the casual brand DIESEL.
dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a song that makes you feel positive, like, “Take the plunge and do what you want!” Within three months of its release, it set a huge record by surpassing 100 million streams, becoming a signature track for Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Many listeners say that just hearing Dance Hall gives them energy and somehow makes them feel like everything will be okay.
If you listen to it with your close friends, it might help you face tomorrow with even more energy and optimism.
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism’s Pretender, released in 2019, was a massive hit, and the band has continued to produce chart-topping songs since.
Many of their tracks are love songs that resonate with both men and women, and this song, I LOVE…, is another number that makes anyone’s heart flutter.
It also became the theme song for the drama Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Doko Made mo, starring Takeru Satoh and Mone Kamishiraishi, which made it a hot topic.
The theme song amplified the drama’s popularity and its heart-throbbing storyline even more.
