[High School Students] Popular Songs Ranking by Generation [2026]

Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE78rank/position

[Step Practice, Easy Choreography, Sports Day Dance] Que Sera Sera - Mrs. GREEN APPLE [Kindergarten, Nursery School, Sports Day, Recital, Kids Dance]

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GREEN APPLE’s latest work, which depicts a belief in a bright future, is a perfect song for a fun dance time, isn’t it? The choreography—featuring big, open arm movements and light steps that express joy—helps emphasize the song’s vibe.

If syncing precisely to the rhythm makes the moves too intricate, you can make each move span two beats to keep things more relaxed, allowing more people to enjoy the dance.

It’s also important to be mindful of your facial expressions and convey the cheerful mood with your whole body.

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Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK79rank/position

ONE OK ROCK "The Totally Sensational Dreamer"

A heart-pounding rock tune that gives you a push on the back—“trust your instincts and carve out your future!” Released by ONE OK ROCK in February 2010, this song prioritizes instinct over logic, powerfully voicing a message from youth determined to move forward despite a mix of confidence and anxiety.

It was chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Arabiki-dan” and reached No.

9 on the Oricon weekly chart.

The surprise performance at their Tokyo Dome show in April 2023 sent many fans into a frenzy.

With its energetic, unforgettable melody, it gives you the courage to believe in yourself and sprint toward your dreams—a go-to number to fire up any school festival live.

Because I like you.Yuika80rank/position

Because I love you. (feat. Ren) / “Yuika” [Music Video]

A cute love song by Yuika that portrays the pure feelings of a high school romance.

Set to a gentle melody, the lyrics express in down-to-earth words how the singer is drawn to a crush’s small gestures and unexpected personality contrasts.

The heartfelt wishes—“Please turn around,” “Please notice me”—will remind anyone of a page from their own youth.

Released in June 2021, the track became a major sensation, especially on TikTok, topping viral charts in many countries.

It’s a perfect pick for those feeling the ache of unrequited love or looking to boost their motivation in romance.

Happinessarashi81rank/position

ARASHI – Happiness [Official Music Video]

How about a hit number by Arashi, a group beloved nationwide for many years? Released in September 2007 as their 20th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari,” starring Kazunari Ninomiya and Sho Sakurai, and has become one of their most cherished signature songs.

Carrying a message about moving forward to new places rather than looking back on the past, its energetic, guitar-driven sound lifts your spirits.

The bright, fast-paced melody is perfect as background music for heated moments like relay races at school sports days!

Odoru-LoopFurederikku82rank/position

Frederic “Oddloop” Music Video | Frederic “oddloop”

A dance-rock number with a bouncy, high-speed beat and a four-on-the-floor rhythm that feels great.

Its charm lies in lyrics sprinkled with quirky wordplay and an addictive melody you’ll want to replay over and over.

Featured on Frederic’s major-label debut, the mini-album “oddloop” released in September 2014, the track was used as the ending theme for the anime “Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches” and in UNIQLO’s web commercials.

The unforgettable rhythm naturally makes you want to move, making it perfect for a culture-festival stage where you want to get the whole venue fired up! Why not take some free steps and share a fun time with everyone?

Teenager ForeverKing Gnu83rank/position

King Gnu – Teenager Forever

King Gnu is a four-piece band that fuses alternative spirituality with pop sensibilities.

First released digitally in December 2019 and included on their third album, CEREMONY, the track also became widely known as the song featured in Sony’s fully wireless earbuds WF-1000XM3 commercial.

Its message—embracing your unfinished self and the impulse to keep moving forward—is sure to resonate deeply with young people in the thick of their youth.

The exhilarating, fast-paced rock sound is perfect for whipping up a frenzy as the opener to a school or campus festival.

It’s a recommended number both for students eager to showcase an energetic band performance and for anyone seeking BGM that will instantly elevate the excitement in the venue.

Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA84rank/position

LiSA “Gurenge” -MUSiC CLiP- (Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” Tanjiro Kamado: Unwavering Resolve Arc Opening Theme)

It features a powerful rock sound and LiSA’s clear, crystalline vocals.

The lyrics portray the courage to face hardship and find hope amid battle, filled with a positive message that even elementary school students can relate to.

With a simple, easy-to-remember melody line and lyrics that express emotion straightforwardly, it’s beloved as a karaoke staple.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from April 2019, it was also performed spectacularly at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December 2020.

Its singable vocal range and simple melody make it perfect for music classes and school events.

It’s also recommended for when you want to get excited with friends at karaoke or sing together with everyone.