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

We againSG

Us, Again – SG (Official Lyric Video)

This song features vocals that seep into the heart, carried by a gently resonant melody.

Its message centers on parting and reunion, infused with compassion for friends setting off on new paths and the hope of meeting again someday.

Released in April 2021, it resonated widely on social media and gained support among young listeners.

Starting in November 2024, it was also featured in Calorie Mate’s exam-season support commercial, with a new version performed by the Hanazono Tokuei High School Wind Ensemble drawing attention.

SG’s clear, transparent vocals bring back warm memories of cherished times spent together.

It’s a track that gives you the courage to look ahead in moments of graduation, class reunions, or farewells with someone important—highly recommended.

It will especially strike a chord with high school students approaching graduation.

Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei

[MV] A Classroom in Blue / Suisei Hoshimachi (hololive × HoneyWorks) [#HoloHani Original]

A heartwarming number that captures the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship.

Suisei Hoshimachi’s pure vocals gently enfold lyrics themed around school-day memories and bonds.

Included on the Hololive × HoneyWorks collaboration album “Horohani-gaoka High School,” released in February 2024, this track is marked by an emotional melody that evokes the end of a school festival or the glow of a campfire.

It’s recommended not only for students nearing graduation, but also for anyone who wants to reflect on the past while feeling hopeful about the future.

A moving song that reminds us of the value of our bonds with friends and the importance of new encounters.

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.

Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira

Seishun Amigo [Shuji and Akira Cover] (Chor. Draft)

The song title itself includes the word “youth,” and with two major stars—Tomohisa Yamashita and Kazuya Kamenashi—duetting, it was extremely popular.

It might be a bit old for some generations, but I think middle schoolers of any era would be totally hooked.

It’s a track that gets unbelievably hyped at karaoke, especially if you copy the choreography while you sing!

That paper airplane breaks through the cloudy sky.19

That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky

19’s smash-hit second single.

For many, this song stirs up nostalgia and memories of their school days.

Its lyrics, which portray bittersweet farewells and hopes for the future, have a relatable charm.

Released in March 1999, it peaked at No.

6 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was also used as a TBS campaign song, boosting its popularity.

Like launching a paper airplane into a cloudy sky, you might listen to it while sending your wishes toward the future.

It’s a track that resonates not only with junior high students in the midst of youth, but also with adults.

loveback number

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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back number – “Christmas Song” Music Video

A back number song that captures the feel of winter and the ache of unrequited love.

Its sweet, bittersweet melody and relatable lyrics leave a strong impression.

Released in December 2015, the track is included on the album “Chandelier” and reached No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

It was also chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “5→9: The Monk Who Fell in Love with Me,” earning widespread support across generations.

The lyrics, which wrap winter’s cold in warm emotions, are deeply empathetic to those in love.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while thinking of a lover or someone you like—and it’s also great to share with friends for a taste of youth.