High School Students’ Favorite Bands Ranking [2026]

Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei85rank/position

Polkadot Stingray “Telecaster Stripe” MV

On sleepy mornings, many of you probably want to crank up some rock to get pumped up! For all of you, I recommend the song “Telecaster Stripe.” Kick off your morning with this cool rock number by a band that’s popular among college students.

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Saitō Ayumu

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Wagakki Band / 'Kishikaisei' Music Video (Short Ver.)

How about getting hyped with a Japanese-style, emotional band sound? As their name suggests, Wagakki Band has released many songs overflowing with traditional Japanese flavor.

One of their tracks was chosen as a theme song for Olympic broadcasts and became a hot topic.

It’s got a driving feel and it’s really cool, right?

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Araki Jakkan

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BACK-ON / 「wimp ft. Lil’ Fang(from FAKY)」MUSIC VIDEO

I think everyone has stumbled at least once and has come close to giving up.

This is the one song I want you to listen to in those moments.

It’s a collaboration by Lil’Fang, the vocalist of BACK-ON and FAKY.

The lyrics, which carry the desire to become stronger, are striking and truly empowering.

Close your eyes and come here.BARBEE BOYS88rank/position

BARBEE BOYS - Close Your Eyes and Come Here

BARBEE BOYS is a rock band from the 1980s known for its captivating twin vocals.

When people from a certain generation listen to their songs, they feel energized.

With that in mind, I’d like to recommend “Me o Tojite Oide yo” to all high school students as well.

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Ito (Thread) — Bank Band

Like the way you’ve woven relationships with many people at school, Bank Band’s “Ito” conveys the hope that you’ll continue to meet all kinds of people and walk a wonderful path in life.

Included on the 2004 album Oishi Souai, this song is a cover of Miyuki Nakajima’s original.

It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Assistance Dog Musashi: Let’s Go to School!” and in a Sumitomo Life commercial.

The joy of meeting people is something you likely discovered through encounters with friends and teachers.

By carrying that into the future, a bright tomorrow surely awaits—this song inspires that feeling.

Sing it with the wish for the wonderful encounters yet to come.

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SAKI

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Can DoGRANRODEO90rank/position

GRANRODEO / Can Do

A cool guitar rock number that was used as the opening theme for the anime Kuroko’s Basketball, which centers on high school basketball.

It’s a track by the musical duo GRANRODEO, consisting of KISHOW and e-ZUKA, released in 2012 as their 16th single.

It boasts an irresistibly satisfying sound that makes you want to say, “This is classic rock ’n’ roll!” Since it’s a Kuroko’s Basketball song, it could be a great fit for any ball sport.

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Araki Jakkan

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EmotionsMAN WITH A MISSION91rank/position

MAN WITH A MISSION “Emotions” [Theme song for the film “Hentai Kamen”]

A song by MAN WITH A MISSION that I highly recommend when you want to boost your study motivation all at once.

Released as a single in February 2013, it also drew attention as the theme song for the film “HK: Hentai Kamen.” The shift from the majestic strings in the intro to a full-throttle rock sound is powerful enough to blast away any drowsiness.

Its fiery message—urging you to charge forward with your emotions burning even in the darkness—will give a strong push to your back as you sit at your desk.

Especially when you feel like your heart is about to break before an exam, feel the wolves’ emotion and seize the glory of passing!