Popular Band Songs Ranking [2026]

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WANIMA「CHARM」（OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

This is a song by the band WANIMA, known for messages that powerfully push people forward and a driving, fast-paced beat.

Rooted in a melodic punk sound, it portrays the strength to face ahead while harboring a spirit of challenge and the anxieties of parting, and it sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Included on the single “Gotta Go!!” released in May 2017, it has been cherished as an important track that later connected to the album “Everybody!!”.

Many may remember it as it was featured in Kikkoman’s corporate movie and Morinaga’s “In Jelly for Exams” commercial song.

It’s an up-tempo tune recommended not only for runners in a relay who carry everyone’s hopes and pass the baton, but also for those cheering themselves hoarse on the sidelines.

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Mr.Children 「HANABI」 MUSIC VIDEO

Among Mr.Children’s songs, the overwhelmingly most-selected one is “HANABI.” Many of their other songs go quite high, but “HANABI” actually has a relatively calm range.

That said, the chorus does rise a bit, so you’ll need to adjust your explosiveness and breath volume.

If you imitate vocalist Sakurai’s raspy tone, you might end up straining your throat, so first focus on producing sound correctly from the vocal folds.

Place your hand on the hollow between your collarbones and keep the awareness of projecting your voice straight forward from there.

Take a solid breath and let the voice out with momentum.

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Official HIGE DANDism – I LOVE… [Official Video]

A love song packed with the charm of Official HIGE DANDism, a piano pop band that keeps producing massive hits.

Released as a single in February 2020, it drew huge attention as the theme song for the TBS drama “Love Lasts Forever.” It was later included on their major second album, “Editorial.” The joy and bewilderment of meeting the one you love and seeing the world transform in vivid color are powerfully sung over a glamorous, dynamic sound.

Satoshi Fujihara’s passionate vocals strike straight to the heart, making it a moving choice to grace the opening movie just before the bride and groom make their entrance.

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Spitz / Robinson

Spitz, one of Japan’s most iconic rock bands, known for their beautiful, instantly recognizable guitar arpeggios.

Their transparent vocals and soothing sound intertwine exquisitely, evoking a worldview that expands from everyday scenes to a grand scale—it really hits you in the heart.

Released as a single in April 1995, it was used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Imada Koji no Shibuya-kei Uraringo” and as an insert song in the drama “Hakusen Nagashi,” and is also included on the classic album “Honey” (Hachimitsu).

With its relaxed tempo and easy-to-remember melody, it’s perfect for helping everyone lock in together.

Play it at a school festival live show, and the whole venue will surely be wrapped in a warm atmosphere—a pop tune beloved across generations.

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE – StaRt

An exhilarating uptempo tune that rings in a vivid new beginning, marked by a refreshing band ensemble and a bright, bouncing melody.

This track appears as the first song on Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s mini-album “Variety,” released in July 2015.

Also featured as an insert song in the TV anime “My Hero Academia,” it delivers a thrilling sense of uplift that makes listeners want to start something new, powered by a colorful, guitar-rock-driven progression.

Its propulsive rhythm will strongly push the backs of runners sprinting down the track.

Brimming with a will to take that first step, this high-velocity number is perfect for a heated relay event.

Turn it up and raise the voltage of the entire venue!

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back number – Koi (full)

This is a song by the rock band back number, loved for its heartrending, relatable lyrics and friendly, expansive melody lines.

The lyrics reflect the bittersweet feeling of the end of student life and a straightforward, hidden affection.

Even with low self-esteem, you can’t help looking for the one you like… it’s the kind of content that makes your heart skip a beat.

Released in March 2012, the song was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Music-ru TV” that same month, and it’s also included on the classic album “blues.” If you sing it at karaoke, even a man who doesn’t usually voice his feelings might be able to subtly convey them to the woman he likes.

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DOES 'Donten' (TV Tokyo anime 'Gintama' opening theme)

The moment that sharp guitar riff rang out, many of you were probably glued to your TVs.

This is the single released in June 2008 as the opening theme for the popular anime Gintama.

Its lyrics, which convey the will to cut through doubt and push forward even under gloomy skies, fuse with a finely honed sound to set listeners’ souls ablaze.

Put it on when you need to fire yourself up, and it’s sure to give you a powerful push from behind!