[Clubs, Friendship, Romance] Youth songs middle schoolers should listen to

Tightly.mosao.

Tightly. / Mosawo. [Music Video]

Speaking of youth, love comes to mind—it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say so.

This is a love song that sings of pure feelings for someone you like.

It’s a track by the singer-songwriter Mosao, who rose to fame through online activity, released in 2020.

The gentle, warm tones of the acoustic guitar and electric piano, along with Mosao’s soft vocals, provide a soothing balm for the heart.

And if you’re currently in a relationship, it might help you rediscover just how precious that person is.

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Araki Jakkan

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Summer Colorsyuzu

Natsuiro / Yuzu (Cover)

When it comes to songs loved by both adults and children, Summer Color is a prime example.

You’ve probably heard it at least once! At live shows, the audience and Yuzu become one, and it looks like so much fun! I’d love to go to a concert at least once myself.

It’s a timeless classic that will never fade!

Dinner Songtuki.

tuki. “Banquet Song” Official Music Video

Woven into song with the ache of bittersweet love, tuki.’s music resonates across genders and generations.

This work carefully portrays the inner conflicts born from repeated partings and renewals with a loved one, gently expressing affection and gratitude toward the other person.

Released in September 2023, it also drew attention with an acoustic version featuring Yuuri in December of the same year.

The stirring vocals and melody are perfect for karaoke; performing it at school festivals or gatherings with friends—any moment when you want to share feelings—will surely strike a deep chord with listeners.

Its warm atmosphere and clear, transparent vocal quality will gently envelop the room.

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back number – Koi (full)

There are people who have someone they like but can’t work up the courage to confess, leaving it as unrequited love.

In times like that, the song “Koi” can give you a push.

It’s a track by back number that portrays the changing feelings of a protagonist in unrequited love.

Specifically, it sings about the anxiety that builds as graduation approaches and the urgency to confess, and then the process of finally resolving to do it.

It’s a classic love song, so even if you’re not in unrequited love, give it a listen.

The heartrending lyrics are sure to make your heart race.

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Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Junrenka” MUSIC VIDEO (Original ver.)

This is a song by Shonan no Kaze that portrays the joys and struggles of love in a down-to-earth way.

Released in March 2006, it became a big hit, staying on the Oricon charts for 69 consecutive weeks.

The lyrics depict everything from the protagonist’s first meeting with a woman to their life together, and listening to the song vividly brings the story to life.

It’s a track I highly recommend to anyone in the midst of their youth.

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SUPER BEAVER “Rashisa” Music Video

I feel like it’s often in middle school that you strongly believe you’ll end up alone if you don’t do the same things as everyone else.

You lose sight of who you really are and try hard to fit in.

When I listen to this song, it makes me think about what my true self is, and I feel like it changes a bit how I go about my day.

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Aqua Timez “Niji” Music Video (Theme song for the drama Gokusen Season 3)

A song that became a huge hit as the theme for Gokusen, famous for the catchphrase “Yankumi~!!” I was very sad when Gokusen ended, and the song that played at the end, Niji, left a strong impression.

Its message, energy, comfort, and rhythm—everything about it is perfectly amazing!