Popular Japanese Girls’ Band Songs Ranking [2026]

Forbidden taleBAND-MAID81rank/position

BAND-MAID / Forbidden tale (Official Music Video)

If a woman wants to project a cool, mature edge, BAND-MAID’s songs are indispensable.

BAND-MAID started out as a strongly concept-driven girls’ rock band, but as their career has progressed, their performance level has risen, and today they reign as one of Japan’s leading all-female rock bands.

Their track “Forbidden tale” is their latest song—primarily hard rock—and in the latter half it even features advanced vocal techniques like ad-libbed “feints.” If you can sing it well, even people well-versed in music will likely see you as having serious coolness.

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Ryo

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SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL82rank/position

SCANDAL “SAKURA Goodbye” / Sakura Goodbye – Music Video

A number that became one of SCANDAL’s signature early works, beautifully capturing both the bittersweetness and freshness that accompany graduation scenes.

Its message, told from a true-to-life perspective, carries a power that evokes universal empathy.

The song had existed since the band’s formation and drew attention when it was used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” Its up-tempo rock sound and the sense of parting—and anticipation for a new journey—set against the season of cherry blossoms are sure to resonate as spring arrives.

It can be called a gem of a pop tune that colors a page of youth, perfect for listening to at life’s important milestones.

NO, Thank You!Hōkago Tī Taimu83rank/position

K-ON No Thank You Full HD

This is the second season’s latter-ending theme song from K-On!!, and the eighth single released under the name “Houkago Tea Time.” The main vocals are by Yoko Hikasa, who plays Mio Akiyama, and her voice fits perfectly with the strong, girl-power image and cool melody.

With its hard-driving guitars, danceable rhythm, and a band ensemble that knows when to push and pull, it’s a cool track that’s guaranteed to hype up the crowd if you play it at a school festival!

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KOH-1

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Last Love LetterChatto Monchī84rank/position

Chatmonchy “Last Love Letter” (Live ‘Courtship Tour ♡ 2015’ @ Zepp Tokyo)

Among Chatmonchy’s songs, this track stands out for its memorable bass melody.

When shaping your bass tone with an amp or equalizer, it’s an easy piece to discern and a very helpful reference.

It’s a song that makes you newly appreciate the bass’s dual role as both a rhythm-making instrument and one that can play melodic lines.

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Murakami Shinpei

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Loving UniverseSCANDAL85rank/position

SCANDAL 'Love-Strike Universe' / Koi suru Universe - Music Video

A SCANDAL song that portrays a sweet and bittersweet crush.

The lyrics, which depict a special world just for the two of them, are striking and convey the dreamlike atmosphere of the moment you fall in love.

Released in February 2018, the track was also featured in a web animation movie created in collaboration with Bourbon, capturing the hearts of many.

It’s the perfect song for those moments when your feelings of love overflow or when you want to feel the preciousness of time spent with someone you like.

Recommended not only for those with unrequited love, but also for anyone who wants to look back on memories with someone special.