Band rankings popular among junior high school students [2026]

youth↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓78rank/position

Youth / THE HIGH-LOWS

If you want to liven up a sports festival with a punkish youth anthem, we recommend “Seishun.” Released in 2000 by THE HIGH-LOWS, a rock band formed around Hiroto Kōmoto and Masatoshi Mashima, the song was used as the theme for the drama “Legendary Teacher.” Its straightforward, fast-paced guitar rock is stirring, and the philosophical lyrics that depict the transience of “youth” are a highlight.

It’s a refreshing number that fits perfectly with school-wide events like sports days and field days.

Be sure to check out this genre-crossing gem.

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swim04 Limited Sazabys79rank/position

04 Limited Sazabys『swim』(Official Music Video)

This is an upbeat guitar rock number that helps you overcome failure and regret.

It’s a song by the rock band 04 Limited Sazabys from Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, released as their first single in 2014.

The powerful sound fully delivers the song’s message.

With its driving, fast-paced feel, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd pumped! When covering it with your band, crank up the volume and sing your heart out! That’s how you’ll capture its energy.

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forget-me-notAwesome City Club80rank/position

Awesome City Club / Wasurena (MUSIC VIDEO)

Awesome City Club’s “Wasurena” (Wasure na / Don’t Forget) is a song released in 2021 that portrays deep love and heartache.

Known as an inspiration song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet,” its beautiful melody and moving lyrics have resonated with many.

The lyrics look back on a lost love with beauty while also teaching the importance of facing forward and moving on.

Especially during the emotionally sensitive time of junior high school, you experience many memorable moments through friendships and first romances.

In such times, this song gently accompanies your faint memories and bittersweet feelings, conveying the message to not forget what’s important.

It’s also perfect for karaoke with friends or as background music for graduation ceremonies, so be sure to make good use of it.

Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN81rank/position

BUMP OF CHICKEN 'Song of the Wheels'

A signature song by the band BUMP OF CHICKEN, known for their charismatic popularity.

Recently, Kenshi Yonezu has openly stated that he was influenced by them.

The enchanting, beautiful vocals and sincere lyrics leave a lasting impression.

If you can sing it well at karaoke, you might become quite popular.

Good Morning World!BURNOUT SYNDROMES82rank/position

BURNOUT SYNDROMES 'Good Morning World!' Music Video (Opening Theme of the TV Anime 'Dr. STONE')

It’s a hot, cool rock number that makes you want to sing along.

It’s a song by BURNOUT SYNDROMES, a three-piece rock band from Osaka, released in 2019 as their fourth single.

It drew attention when it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Dr.

STONE.

Perhaps because its content revolves around science experiments and science, the anime is especially popular among elementary school students, so it could be a hit at an elementary school sports day.

Of course, it’s also supported by middle and high school students.

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FantasistaDragon Ash83rank/position

Dragon Ash｢Fantasista｣

A classic Dragon Ash track that fuses powerful guitar sounds with a danceable beat.

The mix of English lyrics and striking flows in this mixture rock piece brims with elation and passion.

Released in March 2002, it was chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s broadcasts of the 2002 FIFA World Cup that same year, and was also included on the album HARVEST.

In live performances, it famously kicks off with Kj’s call, instantly sweeping the entire venue into a frenzy.

Energetic and positive, this song is perfect for boosting your motivation during training.

HOWEVERGLAY84rank/position

GLAY / HOWEVER

It’s GLAY’s greatest masterpiece love song, still performed live today.

The real charm of this track lies in its lyrics.

The straight-from-the-heart feelings and novel-like storytelling draw you right in.

The fact that the opening and closing lines are the same is a clever touch, isn’t it? Definitely give it a listen.