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!
Playlist
| Songs popular among junior high school students. Also songs trending on social media. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about embracing your true self |
| 2east | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | This work, packed with the charm of YOASOBI, is a te… |
| 3east | I’m a messMY FIRST STORY |  play_arrow | Known by the abbreviation MY FIRST STORY (Maifasu), with an overwhelming vocal… |
| 4east | Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu |  play_arrow | In a song by Atarashii Gakko no Leaders, in 2023… |
| 5east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that portrays youth |
| 6east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu produces an anime theme song, expressing challenge and growth |
| 7east | ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA |  play_arrow | Expressing challenge and growth in a collaboration song by LiSA and Felix |
| 8east | In that casemakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A love song that portrays youth and a bittersweet romance |
| 9east | Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chu-tan (CV: Saori Hayami)HONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | Perfect for middle schoolers right in the middle of puberty… |
| 10east | We againSG |  play_arrow | A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion |
| 11east | Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy announces new anime theme song release |
| 12east | A hundred flowers in full bloomIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Ikuta Rira’s new song that envisions a future beyond hardship |
| 13east | Chu, diversity.ano |  play_arrow | A song marked by exhilarating, fast-paced guitar riffs... |
| 14east | ElfAdo |  play_arrow | A theme song by Ado depicting a lonely struggle and growth |
| 15east | A Gentle BallAimer |  play_arrow | A fantastical piece set at a ballroom on a starry night |
| 16east | PlasmaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s new Gundam theme song |
| 17east | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Dandadan OP: Creepy Nuts fuse music and the supernatural |
| 18east | Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki |  play_arrow | Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship |
| 19east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Cheering song for Mashle Season 2 OP |
| 20east | Sounds goodM!LK |  play_arrow | Positive music that values individuality |
| 21east | Overdosenatori |  play_arrow | An unforgettable melodic line and a precarious, unsettling worldview… |
| 22east | DarlingSuda Keina |  play_arrow | Suda Keina’s new song “Darling” is addicti |
| 23east | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An impressively refreshing, pleasant melody… |
| 24east | Mephistojoōbachi |  play_arrow | A song by Queen Bee that was used as an anime ending the… |
| 25east | Moving point PSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | A song that expresses life choices from a mathematical perspective |
| 26east | Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes |  play_arrow | A four-on-the-floor beat with a catchy melody and… |
| 27east | KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A rhythm brimming with dynamism and an energetic me… |
| 28east | EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Wednesday Campanella's song wins the TikTok Buzzword Award |
| 29east | Gimme Gimme CallCHiCO with HoneyWorks meets Sukaipīsu |  play_arrow | Singer CHiCO and creator Ch… |
| 30east | primary colorsYOASOBI |  play_arrow | It was used as a song in a Docomo commercial… |
| 31east | I can’t stand that cute girl.narumiya |  play_arrow | Going viral on TikTok and YouTube... |
| 32east | Syndrome Lovesutopuri |  play_arrow | An entertainment cre— mainly active on video-sharing sites... |
| 33east | Easy Game feat. WanukaNATSUMI |  play_arrow | A youth anthem likened to play, popular on TikTok |
| 34east | Heralding springyama |  play_arrow | It makes me want to groove along with handclaps. On the internet… |
| 35east | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | A hit song by AKASAKI popular on TikTok that portrays the emotions of love |
| 36east | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | I’ll Date You Tomorrow, Yesterday |
| 37east | Oni BanquetTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | Sora Tomonari’s music fuses tradition with modernity. |
| 38east | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | It makes you feel a sense of drama right from the intro… |
| 39east | dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Go for it and try doing things the way you want… |
| 40east | Connection -YUÁN-Snow Man |  play_arrow | It sings about a fleeting yet eternal feeling of love... |
| 41east | I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | “Preten…” released in 2019 |
| 42east | WA・BI・SA・BIPG |  play_arrow | The buzzworthy PG on TikTok has a scorching debut track! |
| 43east | fake face dance musicOnda Masanori |  play_arrow | Mr./Ms. Onda, trending on social media, with a mature sense of musicality |
| 44east | Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-＋Hipunoshisumaiku Division All Stars |  play_arrow | A group of 18 male voice actors, commonly known as “Hyp…” |
| 45east | WanteD! WanteD!Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | It’s been supported by middle schoolers who like rock bands… |
| 46east | Love me, Love youMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The pop band affectionately known as “Mrs.”, … |
| 47east | Philadelphia fleabaneYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI is a music duo formed by Vocaloid producer… |
| 48east | Start over!Sakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | Sakurazaka46’s new song sings about the importance of taking action |
| 49east | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Hugely popular among students as a youth anthem... |
| 50east | Guiltytuki. |  play_arrow | tuki.’s new song “Guilty” is easy to sing |
| 51east | Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION & milet |  play_arrow | MAN WITH A MISSION and m... |
| 52east | rabbit holeDECO*27 |  play_arrow | Introduction to DECO*27's new song Rabbit Hole |
| 53east | Blue JeansHANA |  play_arrow | HANA's poignant love song, expressing emotion |
| 54east | Carnival of Flames and ForestsSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s major 6… |
| 55east | Screw school.takayan |  play_arrow | Takayan portrays school anxieties in a new song |
| 56east | Pierrot of the NightAdo |  play_arrow | The explosive work “Usseewa,” which became a social phenomenon... |
| 57east | HAPPYSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Their 21st single overall, for NTV’s Saturday… |
| 58east | LemonYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Japan’s leading singer-songwriter, Yone… |
| 59east | thorn; brambleAdo |  play_arrow | A powerful and exhilarating melody resonates in the heart. Ad… |
| 60east | Evening FestivalTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | Sora Tomonari’s new song “Yoimatsuri” is an easy-to-sing, Japanese-style track. |
| 61east | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF, which was released 15 years ago, … |
| 62east | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction, who are especially popular among young people, is re… |
| 63east | New Era (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)Ado |  play_arrow | An anime film that enjoys immense popularity even among middle school students... |
| 64east | The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | The song that became the theme for the anime “Ao Haru Ride” is a wonde… |
| 65east | Goodbye DeclarationChinozo |  play_arrow | From tracks that feature an electronic vibe... |
| 66east | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | The smash hit 'Pretender'... |
| 67east | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | The anime SPY×FAMI… based on a popular manga |
| 68east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The eigth album released in 2016... |
| 69east | Spring Dayaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon is a singer popular across a wide range of generations... |
| 70east | You don’t listen to rock.aimyon |  play_arrow | A sing… popular not only among the younger generation but across a wide range of ages |
| 71east | Ghost in the FlowersYorushika |  play_arrow | A beautiful, emo track that begins with a translucent, airy singing voice… |
| 72east | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | It’s a classic Japanese song that will forever be a staple for graduation. |
| 73east | GUTSarashi |  play_arrow | The main theme song of the drama starring member Kazunari Ninomiya… |
| 74east | Black sheepKeyakizaka46 |  play_arrow | As if speaking on behalf of the anxieties and worries held by the younger generation… |
| 75east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | As a three-piece girls' band, we captivate young people… |
| 76east | figureSixTONES |  play_arrow | The piano’s jazzy tone fits the bouncy rhythm… |
| 77east | Because you are hereUru |  play_arrow | A gentle singing voice that seems to seep deep into the depths of the heart… |
| 78east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | Recently, theme songs for dramas and songs from commercials have been making waves... |
| 79east | LeoYuuri |  play_arrow | I couldn’t help but be moved by the feelings for the owner, depicted from the pet dog’s point of view… |
| 80east | Scramble Dating feat. Hatsune MikuDECO*27 |  play_arrow | Lyrics and composition by the popular Vocaloid producer DECO… |
| 81east | Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari |  play_arrow | This song, highly popular as a cheer anthem for love, has a lively... |
| 82east | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Known as “Doros,” the Japanese rock band [Ale… |
| 83east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Among the many classic songs by Sukima Switch, one of the most popular… |
| 84east | AriaBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | It’s become the theme song for the drama “Ageba Totoshi”... |
| 85east | Hang out!Division All Stars |  play_arrow | If you’re into anime or a fan of voice actors, you’ll especially get hooked… |
| 86east | S’il vous plaît, PresidentPmaru-sama. |  play_arrow | Those of you who’ve heard it on a TikTok video,… |
| 87east | OH!SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Active at the forefront as an all-female three-piece band… |
| 88east | W/X/YTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | The song “Myra” released on TikTok… |
| 89east | A critical hit!Amatsuki |  play_arrow | Gaining popularity on Nico Nico Douga and YouTube... |
| 90east | electric shockYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | I can’t take my eyes off the wildly dancing music video. “Lem…” |
| 91east | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | The main theme of the NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita”... |
| 92east | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who is creating a buzz in various circles right now… |
| 93east | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | The NHK All-Japan School Music Competition, Junior High School Division… |
| 94east | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | The Monday 9 p.m. drama “Someday, When I Recall This Love Will Surely…” |
| 95east | Jiwara DAYSAKB48 |  play_arrow | In particular, it has gained support from third-year junior high school students who are about to graduate... |
| 96east | brand-newKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | Passing the baton of Japanese guitar rock bands… |
| 97east | It’s okaywacci |  play_arrow | When it comes to bands popular among the younger generation, wa… |
| 98east | It smells like a midsummer night.aimyon |  play_arrow | They even appeared on the Red and White Song Battle and achieved a major breakthrough... |
| 99east | If you give me a likekyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu targets junior and senior high school girls… |
| 100east | kawa-E (cute)Yabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | With a band sound influenced by melodic hardcore, a… |
| 101east | 12 Seasons ~Spring, the Fourth Time~Kawashima Ai |  play_arrow | Even songs that make you feel youth are grown-up for middle schoolers... |
| 102east | NAMEspelling |  play_arrow | Tsügu’s major debut song, the bittersweetness of youth |
| 103east | I beg youAimer |  play_arrow | A cool, oriental vibe in the air... |
| 104east | SPARK-AGAINAimer |  play_arrow | It’s an emotional guitar rock number… |
| 105east | Song of the Night WalkersCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Matsunaga the DJ won the world DJ championship... |
| 106east | VampireDECO*27 |  play_arrow | Released numerous smash-hit Vocaloid numbers to the world… |
| 107east | catDISH// |  play_arrow | Singer-songwriter Aimyon made/created/has made... |
| 108east | Teenager ForeverKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Is there anyone left among junior high students or young people who doesn’t know it by now? |
| 109east | flying boatKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Something from Japan that I really want middle and high school students to listen to… |
| 110east | Seasons of the UniverseLanndo feat.Eve,suis (from Yorushika) |  play_arrow | Lanndo, also known as Nuyuri, and Yorushika’s s… |
| 111east | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | The opening theme of the TV anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”… |
| 112east | tightlyLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A female vocal grou… that boasts overwhelming popularity among junior high and high school students |
| 113east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A popular song by the rock band MONGOL800… |
| 114east | NANissy |  play_arrow | “NA” is the theme song for the drama “A…” in which Nissy himself appears. |
| 115east | evening primroseNovelbright |  play_arrow | To have won the World Whistling Championship twice... |
| 116east | Love and romanceNovelbright |  play_arrow | The rock band Novelbright’s sec… |
| 117east | Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Now it's supported not only in Japan but around the world... |
| 118east | FLASHPerfume |  play_arrow | A song that became the theme for the film “Chihayafuru”… |
| 119east | Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The song released by RADWIMPS in 2019… |
| 120east | FoodSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | It has a stylish programmed sound. Near… |
| 121east | LOVE SONGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI is middle and high school students... |
| 122east | And yet, if the world were to awakenSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | In 2020, he signed another major-league contract and set out to make a fresh start... |
| 123east | I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | Announced a return to the major scene they once left... |
| 124east | Cinderella BoySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Will make their first appearance at the 2022 NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen… |
| 125east | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | For the ending theme of the anime “Blood Blockade Battlefront”… |
| 126east | AgainWANIMA |  play_arrow | Explosive energy! A punk rock that lets you feel youthful passion… |
| 127east | gongWANIMA |  play_arrow | The band WANIMA, known across Japan for their bright smiles… |
| 128east | Racing into the NightYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Captivated by the cool, stylish sound... |
| 129east | HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number |  play_arrow | The gentle singing voice and sound are soothing, aren’t they? 3… |
| 130east | horizonback number |  play_arrow | He set his sights on the 2020 All Japan High School Athletic Meet... |
| 131east | Night Sky (feat. Haji→)miwa |  play_arrow | The most popular female singer among teenagers right now... |
| 132east | Higher Groundsumika |  play_arrow | It has even become the theme song for TV dramas and anime... |
| 133east | Fictionsumika |  play_arrow | sumika's 'Fiction' is fun... |
| 134east | If you laugh at the skywacci |  play_arrow | It’s become a hot topic among junior and senior high school students, mainly on social media… |
| 135east | He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon |  play_arrow | Ai is a singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture… |
| 136east | Sweet! Sweet! Music!ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Drama 'It's Not That I Can't Get Married, I Just Don't Want To…' |
| 137east | to liveikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Manga artist Yuuki Kikuchi on Twitter... |
| 138east | All of them are classmates reunionzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | Known by the nickname "Zutomayo," and serving as the frontman... |
| 139east | Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni., commonly known as “Zutomayo,” ... |
| 140east | Planet LoopNayutan Seijin |  play_arrow | It’s a dance-rock tune brimming with a sense of speed. |
| 141east | Supernovamakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A cool band sound you can enjoy on first listen, … |
| 142east | Blueberry Nightsmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | All the members are music school graduates; they formed the group during their university days... |
| 143east | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika is n-, also known as a Vocaloid producer… |
| 144east | NautilusYorushika |  play_arrow | The emotional style of Yorushika, a male-female rock duo... |
| 145east | BlizzardMiura Daichi |  play_arrow | Theme song of the movie “Dragon Ball Super: Broly”… |
| 146east | Girls’ RuleNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | It's Nogizaka46's summer hit song. It's refreshing and fast-pa… |
| 147east | Dried flowersYuuri |  play_arrow | My YouTube channel, “Yuuri Cha… |
| 148east | YOKAZEHentai Shinshi Kurabu |  play_arrow | If you're a middle schooler who likes hip-hop, you should definitely keep an eye on… |
| 149east | evergreenŌhashi Chippoke |  play_arrow | The rock festival exclusively for teenagers, “Mikakunin… |
| 150east | SparkleIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | A music group that enjoys immense popularity among teens... |
| 151east | Do Re Mi So La Si DoHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | Hinatazaka, whose debut single “Kyun” became a hot topic... |
| 152east | Pop VirusHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Not only junior high school students, but people of all ages and genders, across a wide range… |
| 153east | Break the glass!Keyakizaka46 |  play_arrow | Keyakizaka46’s 6th single in 2018 and… |
| 154east | PerfumeEito |  play_arrow | Singing along with the sound of the acoustic guitar… |
| 155east | YELLOWKamiyama Yagi |  play_arrow | After working as a Vocaloid producer, they became a singer-songwri… |
| 156east | CQCQKamisama, boku wa kizuite shimatta |  play_arrow | For her major debut single, Aya Ikuemi’s manga… |
| 157east | Grim ReaperYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | I found myself drawn in by the snappy melody line… |
| 158east | veilSuda Keina |  play_arrow | The ending theme of the anime “Fire Force”... |
| 159east | Endless SkyHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Has written many songs for movie theme tracks and become popular… |
| 160east | Harajuku Iyahoikyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, whose popularity is currently skyrocketing around the world… |
| 161east | InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The opening of the anime “Fire Force,” this… |
| 162east | flower fortune-tellingVaundy |  play_arrow | For junior high students—that is, for youth—romance is a given. Visuals… |
| 163east | My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | Released in 201… as Ketsumeishi’s 29th single |
| 164east | Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei |  play_arrow | Among the new generation of Japanese rock bands, in particular… |
| 165east | The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | In 2016, as Nogizaka46’s 16th single track… |
| 166east | Long Hope PhiliaSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda, who is currently a hugely popular actor and singer, ... |
| 167east | SoliloquyClariS |  play_arrow | Released in 2017 as the 17th single… |