Popular Japanese Girls’ Band Songs Ranking [2026]

Girl SSCANDAL15rank/position

SCANDAL “Girl S” / Shoujo S – Music Video

This is a girls’ rock anthem that powerfully expresses the complex emotions felt by women in their adolescence.

SCANDAL portrays the instability of youth and the conflicts within romance with an energetic sound.

The slap bass technique used in the intro and interlude adds a vibrant drive to the track and strengthens the impact of its message.

Released in June 2009, the song was selected as the 10th opening theme for the anime BLEACH, and its music video—directed by comedian Hiroshi Shinagawa in his directorial debut—also drew attention.

It’s a great recommendation for beginners on guitar, and its robust rock sound and accessible melody are sure to boost your motivation to practice.

To youamazarashi16rank/position

To You

This is an amazarashi song that stands beside those burdened with pain so heavy it feels like their hearts might break, offering deep empathy and tenderness.

As a message to people who struggle with self-worth or feel on the verge of losing their reason to live, it became the title track of the album “Anta e,” released in November 2013.

Embracing the hearts of those who keep fighting desperately, it powerfully sings of the importance of forgiving yourself and the meaning of living true to who you are without fearing failure.

Rather than cheering someone on from the outside, this work is an anthem that begins with a dialogue with oneself.

When you grow weary of life, its melody and lyrics will be there to gently stay by your side.

RickenbackerRīgaru Rirī17rank/position

Legal Lily – “Rickenbacker” Music Video

A song that sharply captures the confusion and inner conflict of youth was included by Regal Lily on their October 2016 album “the Post.” Its lyrics, where setback and hope intersect, sing powerfully and straightforwardly of feelings toward someone who gave up on music with a half-hearted resolve.

Blending alternative rock sonics with a clear, translucent vocal, the track was also chosen in 2019 as the tie-in song for the stage production “365 Days, 36.5°C,” gaining further attention.

Conveying a passion for music and a sincere attitude, this song will gently yet firmly encourage those who feel uncertain about their dreams and goals.

The First Steprakkuraifu18rank/position

Luck Life / The First Step [Music Video] (TV Anime 'Cheer Boys!!' Opening Theme)

“Hajime no Ippo,” released in 2016 by Luck Life, a rock band known for creating numerous anime songs, is a track that portrays the courage and hope of stepping into a new world.

It carries a message of encouragement for various sports day events tackled together with friends and teammates.

The driving, upbeat band performance conveys a refreshing energy that blows away worries and anxieties.

With lyrics about passion and friendship and a beat that makes you want to start running, this rock number colors a page of youth.

Be sure to check out its sound, perfectly matched to a sports day held under clear, sunny skies.

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Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī19rank/position

Chatmonchy – Farewell, Youth – Zepp Osaka 2008

This song, which closes Chatmonchy’s major-label debut mini-album “chatmonchy has come,” released in November 2005, was also used as the CM song for Recruit Holdings’ “Sotsu-ome Project 2007.” The lyrics, which make the everyday commute to school and days spent in the classroom suddenly shine as graduation approaches, carry a heart-wrenching poignancy.

The sound, blending the loneliness of parting with anxiety about the future, is sure to resonate deeply not only with students about to set off on their next journey, but also with adults who feel nostalgic for their youth.

It’s a track that lets you rediscover the preciousness of ordinary days.

When the wind blows, loveChatto Monchī20rank/position

Chatmonchy “Kaze Fukeba Koi” Music Video

A song I’d recommend to female-vocal bands looking for something to perform at school events or live houses is “Kaze Fukeba Koi,” released in 2008 by the rock band Chatmonchy.

It opens with driving, fast-paced drums, followed by rhythmic guitar work and a lively bassline.

Eriko Hashimoto’s vocals, which vividly portray the bittersweet romance of youth, are a great fit for bands with a female singer.

Each instrument has standout moments in the arrangement, making it an excellent practice piece for beginner bands as well.

It’s a rock number that’s sure to resonate with students experiencing love during their school years.

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LILLYHump Back21rank/position

Hump Back -「LILLY」Music Video

This is a song by Hump Back, a band steadily gaining popularity in the Japanese rock scene as a next-generation girls’ rock band.

The runtime is about two minutes, and it really ends in the blink of an eye.

But precisely because of that, there are no unnecessary arrangements—the performance by the instrumentalists and the vocals of guitarist Momoko Hayashi come through directly.

This song’s straightforward message is incredibly appealing.

While the lyrics might make it feel like a love song, it’s actually said to be a song about a dog that Momoko Hayashi used to have!

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Hane Keisuke

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