Band rankings popular among junior high school students [2026]

Can DoGRANRODEO85rank/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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Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei86rank/position

Galileo Galilei - Aoi Shiori (Blue Bookmark)

This is the fourth single by Galileo Galilei, a three-piece band from Hokkaido that became the inaugural champions of the teen-only festival “Senko Riot” but disbanded in 2016.

The song was written as the opening theme for the drama Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, and its intro—beginning with a striking guitar arpeggio—feels wonderfully soothing.

Every part is built on simple playing, and the tempo is relaxed, making it approachable for beginner band members.

If anything, it’s harder to capture the song’s airy, floating feel than it is to play the notes themselves, so in your ensemble, pay attention not just to technique but also to accents and overall expression.

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Hoshino Takashi

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EmotionsMAN WITH A MISSION87rank/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!

A Little Love SongMONGOL800 cover by Amatsuki88rank/position

[Original PV] A Small Love Song / MONGOL800 (cover) by Amatsuki

A popular singer, Amatsuki, covers a classic hit by the Okinawan rock band MONGOL800! After its release in 2016, the video quickly became a hot topic.

The grand arrangement—featuring piano and strings unlike the original—is particularly striking.

Amatsuki’s boyish vocals pair perfectly with the sparkling soundscape.

The lyrics, which express pure, unwavering love, also match the mood.

It’s a cover that blends coolness with heart-fluttering charm!

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Araki Jakkan

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SHAMEROCKUVERworld89rank/position

UVERworld　『SHAMROCK』

A moving piece that, along with its bright melody, carefully portrays the bittersweet feelings of those chasing their dreams.

Rather than lamenting what was lost as the price paid, it sings of the importance of facing forward and keeping on running.

Released in August 2006 as UVERworld’s fifth single, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Dandori.

~Dance☆Drill~.” A track that resonates with anyone striving toward a goal or who has experienced parting with someone dear.

Perform it on a school festival stage, and the entire venue is sure to come together in excitement.

whiteoutreGretGirl90rank/position

reGretGirl "Whiteout" Official Music Video

A three-piece rock band formed in Osaka.

Every song has a catchy melody.

This track, “Whiteout,” rides a driving beat to sing about the bittersweet feelings left unspoken.

Comparing a relationship with a girlfriend that’s gradually becoming harder to see to a whiteout…

it’s electrifying!

avocadoyonige91rank/position

yonige - Avocado - [Official Video]

The guitar arpeggio that comes in after the chorus might seem difficult at first, but when you actually play it, only the root note moves and the other notes stay fixed, so there’s no need to overthink it! The final guitar solo is easy too—you’re just playing the same spots on the 2nd and 3rd strings.

It’s simple, but play it with style! The drums also don’t do anything tricky and just keep a straight four-on-the-floor, so as long as you make sure the tempo doesn’t fluctuate wildly, you’ll be fine!

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SAKI

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