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

When you think of junior high schoolers, you picture them diving into club activities, hanging out with friends, and falling in love… Every day is an irreplaceable part of youth, isn’t it? Even if current students don’t feel that way now, when you look back later, these everyday moments will become precious memories.

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended youth-themed songs we want junior high school students in the midst of their seishun to hear! From club activity anthems to friendship tunes and love songs, you’ll find lots of tracks you can relate to as you read the lyrics and listen.

Take your time, listen closely, and find your favorites.

They’re sure to add color to your school life.

Playlist

[Clubs, Friendship, Romance] Youth songs middle schoolers should listen to
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Film theme song expresses youth with refreshing rock
2	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A support song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
3	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		Depicting a summer memory and the transience of time
4	horizonback number		An iconic song that supports students during the COVID-19 pandemic
5	ultramarineYOASOBI		A heart-stirring song that portrays the struggles and hopes of youth
6	CorrectRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’ graduation support song
7	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A Ryokuoushoku Shakai song portraying the brilliance and conflicts of youth
8	New EraAdo		Ado’s “New Genesis”: a breathtaking movie theme song
9	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s song that heals the parting at junior high school graduation
10	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		Let's cherish and live fully in each fleeting moment of youth.
11	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		A Yuzu classic that resonates with elementary schoolers: “Tabidachi” (Departure)
12	It’s love, right?wacci		A heartwarming song that comforts matters of the heart
13	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An Anthem to Overcome Hardships: WANIMA “JUICE UP!!”
14	The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A love song portraying the feelings of a middle school crush, a CHiCO track
15	MiracleGReeeeN		The passionate youth anthem from the drama “Rookies.”
16	From Me to Youflumpool		A love song that sings of the pure feelings of youth
17	Stay by my side.Yuika		A heartwarming coming-of-age song about friendship turning into love
18	Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER		An uplifting song that portrays the bonds of youth
19	Love songMarushii		Depicting the warmth of love in everyday life
20	I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER		Gratitude and Bonds of the Tokyo Revengers Theme Song
21	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		An inspiring song that supports the spirit of not giving up
22	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		My Hair is Bad Youth Rock Movie Theme Song
23	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		An anthem of support for feelings that stay connected even from afar
24	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song brimming with youthful momentum, where hope and anxiety intertwine
25	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A classic pure-love song that depicts the joys of romance
26	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR’s fiery youth-empowering anthem
27	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s “Kirari,” a light and pleasant piece of music
28	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		The inspiring anthem that gives high school baseball players courage: “Ato Hitotsu”
29	W/X/YTani Yuuki		The songs by Tani Yuuki, popular on TikTok, resonate with my heart.
30	KanadeSukima Suichi		A bittersweet song that depicts memories with a lover
31	YELLikimonogakari		A cheering song that stays close to everyone’s heart
32	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		The famous song by the rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE
33	To the futureKiroro		A song from my junior high school days—now I understand it deeply and am moved.
34	CathartistRADWIMPS		An inspiring song that colors the festival of sports
35	Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya		A moving song that delicately portrays the feelings and farewell of youth
36	If you laugh at the skywacci		An inspiring song that portrays the setbacks of youth and the power of friendship
37	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		Your Name theme song, a touching track by RADWIMPS
38	Letter — Dear you at fifteenAnjura Aki		Reflect on your adult self and imagine the future.
39	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Relive your youth with the memorable song “Zenryoku Shounen” (“Full-Power Boy”).
40	March 9Remioromen		Create memories with a moving song for graduation season
41	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		A coming-of-age song about looking up at the starry sky and thinking about the future
42	fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu		A refreshing and comforting youthful love song
43	Tightly.mosao.		A classic song that sings of the pure love of youth
44	Summer Colorsyuzu		'Natsuiro' is a masterpiece, loved by people of all ages.
45	Dinner Songtuki.		A song that gently expresses the struggle between love and parting
46	Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s youthful love songs—down-to-earth romance
47	-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)SUPER BEAVER		Finding my true self in middle school
48	loveback number		A back number song that portrays the feelings of unrequited love.
49	Fanfaresumika		Introduction to sumika's refreshing rock songs
50	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		The moving emotion of a masterpiece resonating in the heart across time
51	Cheer for TomorrowHey! Say! JUMP		Face forward and do your best! A cheer song for youth
52	footstepsMr.Children		The courage to move forward in Mr.Children’s classic song
53	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		The blockbuster theme song of a handsome-men drama
54	electric shockYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s heartwarming song, a cheer for those who are lost
55	We againSG		A moving song themed around parting and reunion
56	No.1Nishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s “No.1” is a masterpiece that portrays the emotions of love.
57	Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme		Hilcrhyme’s signature song “Shunkashuto”
58	DoodleMrs. GREEN APPLE		A refreshing rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE.
59	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		A classic youth anthem: a duet by Yamashita and Kamenashi
60	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s “Nakama” is a friendship-themed cheer song.
61	That paper airplane breaks through the cloudy sky.19		A poignant masterpiece that captures the emotions of youth and resonates with many.
62	Christmas songback number		back number’s bittersweet winter love song, a heartwarming classic
63	rainbowAqua Timez		A moving work whose theme song 'Niji' from Gokusen leaves a lasting impression
64	Our storyGReeeeN		An encouraging song that makes me want to do my best
65	prideGReeeeN		GReeeeN composed the Koshien theme song
66	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		Aimyon’s youth song: a bittersweet unrequited love
67	A bouquet for meAdo		Acknowledge emotional ups and downs and keep moving forward
68	Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei		A moving song where the radiance of youth and the light of friendship shine.
69	bondhaji→		A heartwarming song that expresses bonds between people
70	Dear, boyHump Back		Youth rock that gives you courage when you're feeling down
71	blue budsoraru		Soraru announced a new youth-themed song.
72	Because we are living beingsRyokushokushakai		A heartwarming song that supports the worries of adolescence
73	silhouetteKANA-BOON		A classic that makes you feel youth with high-speed rock!
74	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		An uplifting song that sings of the joy of graduation and of parting
75	Beloved daysyangusukinii		A timeless, heart-stirring classic that sings of the depth of friendship
76	My BooShimizu Shota		Popular among young people as a love-themed song
77	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A song that resonates with the heart of someone lamenting a farewell to a loved one.
78	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		Athlete cheer song, expressions of stillness and motion
79	Our JourneyKaneyori Masaru		Kaneyori Masaru’s youth song
80	One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		A poignant coming-of-age story about movies and music
81	Kitearashi		The five members of Arashi, Olympic theme song ‘Kite’ moves audiences
82	possibilitySambomasutā		An exhilarating rock song that supports hopes for dreams
83	Premeditated revengeMakishimamu Za Horumon		The impulsive music of Maximum the Hormone
84	Feathers of the UniformAKB48		A heart-stirring song that sings of the bittersweetness of youth
85	Our Uniform Christmas＝LOVE		Uniform Christmas, bittersweet memories of youth
86	PRAY.makaroni enpitsu		A heartwarming song by Macaroni Empitsu that inspires emotion and courage
87	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		The famous song by Road of Major, “Taisetsu na Mono”
88	primary colorsYOASOBI		YOASOBI's signature song depicting friendship
89	Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc		The theme song of “Black Jack” is a masterpiece.
90	My friendMiyuhan		The radiance of youth, singing of the emotions of friendship and farewell
91	budKobukuro		Tsubomi is a classic graduation song.
92	Blue BenchSasuke		Soothing harmonica and Sasuke’s singing voice
93	Pride RevolutionCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A moving rock song by CHiCO and HoneyWorks
94	Unable to become an adultkujira		Warm lyrics that embrace solitude and affirm oneself
95	FloriginalMrs. GREEN APPLE		An introspective, delicate track with a comfortable beat
96	Bedroom TalkOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s soothing neo-soul track
97	TATTOOOfisharu Higedan Dism		A heart-stirring classic that sings of bonds with loved ones
98	greatest common divisorRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS songs are easy to sing.
99	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		A graduation song that sings of friendship and the courage to face the future
100	The sun in your heartMACK JACK		A reggae group from Jamaica delivers an anthem cheering on youth.
101	TokimekiVaundy		Vaundy’s “Tokimeki” is a youth anthem
102	In that casemakaroni enpitsu		A love song that portrays youth and a bittersweet romance
103	Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46		Farewell and resolve of youth layered upon cherry blossoms
104	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		The courage to forge your own path
105	Unrequited lovemiwa		The bittersweetness of unrequited love and youthful romance
106	one’s true feelingssumika		Sumika’s cheering song is a moving piece that sings of the bonds between friends.
107	for YOU。haji→		"for You" is a moving song that depicts the challenge toward a dream.
108	Let Love Begin Now. feat. Azuki Mochizuki (CV: Rie Takahashi)HONEY WORKS		A youthful love song by HoneyWorks—an uplifting, heart-pounding track
109	If I could become a constellationkessoku bando		Kessoku Band’s “If I Could Become a Constellation” is popular.
110	Peppermintmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu’s youth-empowering song
111	One million “I love you”sRake		A refreshing song that sings of a man's pure love
112	OH!SHISHAMO		A message to give it your all with youthful rock
113	jabbermuque		A moving song that depicts youthful memories
114	POISONSorimachi Takashi		“GTO” is a representative work of youth drama.
115	All or NothingB’z		The theme song of the basketball drama is striking.
116	It doesn’t meltmakaroni enpitsu		A coming-of-age song that sings about the importance of friendship
117	The First Steprakkuraifu		A song that gives you the courage to make up with a friend
118	Bambi in UniformHKT48		A song that portrays the bittersweet unrequited love of youth.
119	Good morning on FridayHoney Works feat.GERO		A HoneyWorks song that depicts the frustrations of love
120	FRIENDS!!!imase		A heartwarming song that portrays the importance of friendship
121	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
122	A friend of a friendOkazaki Taiiku		A relatable song by Okazaki Taiiku that depicts human relationships
123	Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke		A message of encouragement to children singing of spring's hope
124	Eternal BlueHitsuji Bungaku		Exhilarating music that colors the youth of Hitsujibungaku
125	HarukaYOASOBI		A life story watched over by a mug
126	GarnetOku Hanako		The theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, a track that resonates with the heart
127	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		A nostalgic youth song on a summer evening
128	LIFEkimaguren		Kimaguren’s youth anthem “LIFE”
129	sunflowerYūsuke		Yusuke’s classic song “Himawari” leaves a lasting impression.
130	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song
131	SunMy Hair is Bad		An encouraging song that gives courage to youth
132	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A powerful anthem of encouragement that passionately depicts the dreams of youth
133	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK spring cheer song
134	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK
135	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A powerful rock piece that portrays the emotions of wavering over life choices
136	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		An empowering song that sings of life's anxieties and courage
137	Self-revolutionSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO's new song, anime opening theme
138	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that sings about the importance of human connection and smiles
139	determinationSUPER BEAVER		A cheering song that sings of the courage and hope of youth
140	Tsunage KizunaTHE RAMPAGE		RAMPAGE’s 17th single is the Olympic theme song
141	CHE.R.RYYUI		A heartwarming classic by YUI that portrays a springtime love
142	proofflumpool		A song of parting with companions and a new departure
143	paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call		A message song that conveys my feelings in a letter
144	Friendswacci		wacci song depicts friendship
145	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An encouraging and supportive song that stands by people going through difficulties
146	Bring it on, spring.non		A rock number cheering on a new step forward
147	airshipsaidāgāru		The exhilarating rock of Cidergirl, awakening dreams
148	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
149	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		An encouraging song about accepting suffering and taking a new step forward
150	Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu		A coming-of-age song about overcoming trials
151	Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan		A coming-of-age song that portrays the emotions of first love and farewell.
152	People and PeopleYugeda Kensuke		Warm music that sings about the importance of encounters
153	Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru		Takahara Pistol’s cheer song: the courage to live true to yourself
154	Because we’re friends.Ochiai Wataru		A ballad that sings of parting with a friend and gratitude
155	If there really is a destined person for meNishino Kana		A poignant song’s story that believes in ideal love
156	WE CAN!Adachi Kana		Kana Adachi, a singer-songwriter who won the Grand Prix
157	Liberated zoneASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Depicting the loneliness of modern society and the yearning for liberation
158	A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket		Graduating from junior high is a farewell to precious friendships.
159	Summer songYUI		A perfect summer, a high schoolers' youth anthem
160	I’m glad you’re here.makomina		A heartwarming song that conveys the importance of friendship
161	Graduation DaySasuke		Memorable Middle School Days: Bonds with Friends and Farewells
162	Fragments of a DreamMerofuroto		A song that gives you the courage and hope to pursue your dreams
163	Billion Beatschōtokkyū		A soothing song that lightens the heart gives me encouragement.
164	Always with youshino		A cheer song that makes you feel the importance of friends
165	A fight song to cheer you onTHE FRANK VOX		An encouraging song to cheer on club activities
166	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
167	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Release of the support song for New School Leaders
168	SCHOOL DAYSshiritsu ebisu chūgaku		A song of anticipation and determination for a new life
169	NO MORE CRYD-51		The theme song of Gokusen is a symbol of youth.
170	Fightkimaguren		You can gain courage from uplifting, feel-good cheer songs.
171	pupilŌhara Sakurako		A song that gives me courage before an important match
172	The Zero Sense10-FEET		A fast-paced, uplifting rock track for a movie theme song
173	hurrayYabai T-shatsu Yasan		An anthem that supports and stands by the struggles of youth
174	What I want to tell you before graduationerica		Let's share our feelings, the last chance
175	blousegohoubi		A dance-style song portraying youthful emotions; an anime theme song.