Ranking of Popular Japanese Songs and J-Pop Among High School Girls [2026]

Marigoldaimyon81rank/position

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Aimyon is popular across all generations.

“Marigold” is also a hit that people in their 50s often sing at karaoke.

I have students of various ages, and many of them sing her other songs too! It seems Aimyon really resonates with everyone, regardless of gender or age.

Also, “Marigold” sits in a comfortable range of F#3 to B4, so it’s an easy song to sing with a melody that’s simple for anyone to pick up.

If you think you’re tone-deaf, you might get nervous when holding the mic, but try not to tense up—sway gently side to side and sing lightly.

It helps you relax, and I recommend it! This can be especially good in karaoke settings with younger people around.

If you say, “Everyone, sing along with me,” you’ll feel even more at ease, so just be natural and enjoy singing!

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Kubota Mami

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Aimyon – You Don’t Listen to Rock [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

While it’s a love song about aching, bittersweet feelings, it’s also sprinkled with playful touches that are sure to bring a smile—one of Aimyon’s signature tracks.

The protagonist’s desire to close the distance with someone through their favorite music is expressed with skillful metaphors, such as comparing it to a racing heartbeat.

Released as a single in August 2017, the song is also included on the album “Seishun no Excitement.” In 2021, the B-side track “Seishun to Seishun to Seishun” was featured in a Kirin Beer “Tanrei Green Label” commercial, where its acoustic version drew attention.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to convey their feelings through music or who are nurturing a growing crush.

As a love song that resonates with students as well, it’s definitely worth a try.

Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.83rank/position

ZUTOMAYO - “Bite the Second Hand” Music Video (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni. – Byoushin wo Kamu)

A song that expresses a bittersweet love with a clear, translucent vocal.

Released on YouTube in June 2018 as ZUTOMAYO’s debut track, it quickly became a hot topic.

After being issued as a digital-only single, it was also included on the album “Tadashii Itsuwari Kara no Kishō,” and by September 2021 it had surpassed 100 million streams.

The lyrics delicately depict the pain of heartbreak and a sense of loneliness, and the memorable piano riff stands out.

With its slow tempo, it’s easy to sing and perfect for getting hyped with friends at karaoke.

It was also used as the closing BGM for Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting, resonating with many listeners.

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Chanmina – Never Grow Up (Official Music Video)

Female rapper Chanmina, who enjoys overwhelming support from women in their teens and twenties.

Released in 2019, this track gained popularity with its tropical house-inspired sound and downbeat, whisper-like vocals.

The song’s range is mid2A to hiD#, which is high but relatively narrow overall.

Since the key can be lowered sufficiently, it’s one of the more singable songs among Chanmina’s works.

Because of the nature of rap, there tend to be fewer breakpoints, so it’s recommended to adjust your vocal output to align with the sections where you can take proper breaths.

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Ryo

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Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki85rank/position

Angela Aki “Letter: To You, Fifteen” Music Video (HD)

Listening to this song makes you look at yourself objectively and want to write a letter to your grown-up self.

It’s a song you sing while praying that your future self will be happy, so it’s one I’d like you to listen to alone, slowly and carefully, when you’re feeling a little blue.