Ranking of Most Popular Bands Among University Students [2026]

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BLUE ENCOUNT 'VS' Music Video [TV Tokyo Anime 'Gintama' Porori Arc Opening Theme]

A powerful track created by the Japanese rock band BLUE ENCOUNT.

With their signature emotional rock approach, it conveys a strong determination to face one’s inner battles.

Released in November 2017, this song was tied in as the opening theme for the anime Gintama.: Porori Arc.

The lyrics, themed around inner transformation and growth, leave a strong impression.

With word choice and a rhythmic feel influenced by hip-hop—done in BLUE ENCOUNT’s own style—it strikes something fiery in the listener’s heart.

For students trying to break out of their shells and move forward, this might be a song that truly resonates.

Be sure to play it with your friends and shout it out loud at your school festival!

Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa37rank/position

Lord of Major / Precious Things

A heartwarming message song that reminds you of the bonds with cherished friends.

It’s a track where a driving, high-energy rock sound—packed with Road of Major’s musical essence—beautifully harmonizes with straightforward lyrics.

Portraying encounters and partings, friendship, and hope for the future, the words continue to resonate deeply with many young people.

Released as an indie single in September 2002, it remained in the Oricon Top 10 for 19 consecutive weeks and achieved an astonishing total of 900,000 copies sold.

In 2009, it was also featured in a commercial for the Taiwan-market Mazda Mazda3, becoming a song loved across borders.

Its band-friendly arrangement makes it easy to perform, and it has the power to unite the audience during live shows.

As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE38rank/position

DREAMS COME TRUE – “Nando Demo”

DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Nando Demo” has encouraged and energized countless people across Japan.

Chosen as the theme song for the third season of the drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours,” it was the most-played song on the radio in the aftermath of the Great East Japan Earthquake.

In the many practices leading up to the sports festival, there will be times when you feel fed up, get discouraged when things don’t go well, and repeat days like that.

But just like the song says, no matter what happens, if you keep facing forward and practice again and again, it will lead to success on the big day.

This song has the power to remind you of those painful days leading up to the festival and transform them into beautiful memories.

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SAKI

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GO!!!FLOW39rank/position

FLOW “GO!!!” Music Video (TV Anime “NARUTO” Opening Theme)

FLOW’s song “GO!!!” is the perfect track for a player entrance! Released in 2004, it also drew attention as the opening theme for the anime NARUTO.

Set to a catchy melody, the lyrics sing of a strong will to fight toward dreams and goals, stirring courage and passion in listeners.

The dynamic twin vocals and a sound rooted in rock while incorporating diverse genres are sure to ignite the atmosphere of the venue in an instant.

It’s a classic that will have the cheering crowd leaning forward, irresistibly drawn in.

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MY FIRST KISS

Hi-STANDARD is a rock band that can arguably be credited with shaping Japan’s melodic hardcore scene.

“My First Kiss,” included on their second single “Love Is A Battlefield,” is an English-lyric cover of “Hajimete no Chuu,” known as the opening theme of the TV anime Kiteretsu Daihyakka.

While each part is generally played in a standard style, the intro guitar riff may be a bit challenging for beginners, so keep practicing.

Since it’s a famous song that almost everyone has heard at least once, it’s also a great pick for school festivals.

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Hoshino Takashi

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

A refreshing Aqua Timez number that supports those striving toward the school sports festival.

It was chosen as the theme song for the smash-hit drama Gokusen Season 3, starring Yukie Nakama.

For those giving their all at the sports festival, the “rainbow” here symbolizes a moving, unforgettable memory.

Grueling practices, training that just doesn’t go well—many tough days unfold on the way to the big event.

But you have many teammates running alongside you toward the same goal.

With that in mind, even the hard days can turn into “It’ll be okay” on the day itself.

This is a song that makes you feel that, after pushing through, those efforts will become a beautiful, rainbow-like memory.

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SAKI

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Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER42rank/position

SUPER BEAVER “Not Ephemeral” MV (Theme song for the film ‘Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc -Decisive Battle-’)

This is a ballad whose grand melody and powerful message stir the heart.

Released in June 2023 by SUPER BEAVER as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween -Decisive Battle-, it portrays the beauty of life and the bonds with loved ones, expressing a desire to keep walking together even while understanding that nothing lasts forever.

The strong vocals and beautiful tune convey the brilliance of each individual’s life.

Also included on the album Ongaku (Music), it’s a moving piece well-suited for school sports days and group gymnastics ceremonies.

Highly recommended as background music for performances that soar with unity and strength.