Dance/popular songs ranking for the school cultural festival

New Treasure IslandSakanakushon22rank/position

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

Crafted by Sakanaction, this song gently encourages young people chasing their dreams toward an unknown world.

Blending band-driven instrumentation with synthesizer elements, it achieves a retro vibe while remaining fresh and poppy.

Produced in September 2015 as the theme song for the film “Bakuman,” it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and peaked at No.

9 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

The music video is sprinkled with staging that evokes Showa-era music programs, resulting in a richly varied presentation.

Consider featuring it as a main-stage performance at a school festival or as background music to energize the entire venue.

Wanted WantedMrs. GREEN APPLE23rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – WanteD! WanteD!

This song is notable for its exhilarating sound that vividly captures the emotions of youth.

Released in August 2017 as Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s fifth single, it was also used as the opening theme for the Kansai TV/Fuji TV drama “We Did It.” The lyrics deftly portray modern young people who run from their own weaknesses, while also weaving in irony toward conservative adults, resulting in a message that resonates with many.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for class performances or karaoke, and a perfect song for friends to sing together—one that offers comfort to students dealing with pressure and stress.

Merry LouSIX LOUNGE24rank/position

SIX LOUNGE – Mary Lou (Official Video)

This song feels like a snapshot of bittersweet youth.

The lyrics, where sweet-and-sour first love and loneliness intersect, beautifully capture the emotional instability of school days.

Released in November 2015, it’s the band’s milestone first single, three years after their formation.

The groove-filled performance and earnest vocals really strike a chord.

It’s perfect for a passionate set at a school or cultural festival.

It will surely speak directly to teenagers struggling with love.

Sing it with your friends and make some wonderful memories!

LokiMikito P25rank/position

Mikito-P "Roki" MV

A song by producer Mikito-P, who is both a multi-instrumentalist and a Vocaloid producer.

Since its release in 2018, this rock tune has consistently ranked among the most popular Vocaloid tracks.

With twin vocals, funky cutting guitar, and a high-energy slap bass, it has plenty of highlights—making it a challenging piece to bring together as a band.

But if you can perform it all the way through at a high school culture festival, where Vocaloid songs feel especially close, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

It’s a number that lets you truly experience the fun and difficulty of Vocaloid music—one you should definitely try at least once.

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migratory bird[Alexandros]26rank/position

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

It’s an inspirational song marked by a driving melody and powerful vocals.

It gives listeners a strong push forward—the courage to charge down the path you believe in even if no one’s watching, the kindness that keeps comforting a wounded heart, and the joy of taking flight into the future with your friends.

Included on [Alexandros]’s single “Wataridori/Dracula La,” released in March 2015, this track was used as the theme song for the film “Akegarasu.” Play it at a school festival concert, and the whole venue is sure to come together and erupt with excitement.

Super ShyNewJeans27rank/position

NewJeans (뉴진스) ‘Super Shy’ Dance Practice

“Super Shy,” released by the five-member Korean girl group NewJeans, is a true coming-of-age love song that delicately captures the subtle emotions of teenage girls.

It skillfully conveys the tug-of-war between shy feelings and the yearning to confess them, using lyrics that weave together Korean and English.

Since its release on July 7, 2023, it has dominated music charts around the world and sparked a global dance challenge craze, especially on TikTok.

It’s a song that distills the charm of NewJeans and is sure to resonate with teenage girls—perfect to perform at cultural festivals or school events!

Adolescent Complexkessoku bando28rank/position

TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” opening sequence / “Seishun Complex” #Kessoku Band

A single packed tight with the radiance of youth, performed by Kessoku Band! It begins with aching loneliness and portrays, with striking authenticity, a teenager’s feelings as they push through pain to set themselves free.

Released in October 2022 as the opening theme for the anime “Bocchi the Rock!”, it became a major hit.

The emotionally charged band sound—crafted with meticulous care by the production team—is perfect for school and culture festivals.

It’s a cheer song we’d love to deliver to every young person wrestling with adolescence.