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

We’re bringing you the latest Top 100 all at once—ranked by the number of views from middle school students, based on this year’s generation-specific popular songs! Middle schoolers are right in the midst of adolescence.

It’s the most sensitive time of their lives.

By looking at the rankings, you can see what middle schoolers were listening to at this time.

The playlist is updated weekly.

Playlist

[Middle School Students] Popular Songs Ranking by Generation [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Aonatsu theme song sports day BGM
2	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Lilac is a perfect song for dance class.
3	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A heartwarming masterpiece that expresses the bond with a loved one
4	Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen		A refreshing electropop track, music that makes your heart dance
5	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		A one-sided love rock song by back number
6	CorrectRADWIMPS		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers you on to be yourself
7	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A refreshing classic by a rock band that makes you want to step to the beat.
8	HarukaYOASOBI		YOASOBI, a moving tale of parting and bonds
9	OrangeSPYAIR		Singing of the loneliness of parting and the hope of reunion.
10	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		A summer youth number, Yorushika
11	Shape of YouEd Sheeran		Introduce Ed Sheeran's smash hit song
12	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		Stargazing: a classic song that sets your thoughts adrift in the night sky
13	Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya		Tatsuya Kitani’s youth rock, Aoi no Sumika (Blue Home)
14	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Yonezu Kenshi’s My Hero Academia opening song gives a push to those doing their best
15	Planet LoopNayutan Seijin		Let's dance to the cute song 'Planet Loop'
16	horizonback number		A poignant song for rebirth that resonates with the heart
17	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A graduation song capturing youthful emotions, close to the heart
18	RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE		Pop rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
19	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s youth song that inspires courage
20	If you laugh at the skywacci		Wacci’s moving song, a track that gives you strength to pursue your dreams
21	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that sings of youth's struggles and hopes
22	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s Sports Day Cheer Song
23	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		Pop rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
24	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s smash-hit love song of love and gratitude
25	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s classic song that praises hard work
26	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A cheer song that takes flight toward your dreams
27	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A moving song by Vaundy that colors the emotions of graduation
28	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's exhilarating, fast-paced rock.
29	From Me to Youflumpool		A love song that sings of the pure feelings of youth
30	DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE		A song that pursues courage and dreams
31	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Pop music that expresses nature and strength
32	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		An inspiring song that colors the memories of the sports day
33	LemonYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu Drama Theme Song Karaoke Strategy
34	Time to Depart ~Asian Dream Song~sakushi: dorian suke kawa / sakkyoku: hisaishi jō		A song of hope and courage, a melody that resonates in the heart
35	It’s nothing.Kamishiraishi Mone		The heart-stirring theme song of “Your Name.”
36	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		An inspiring youth anthem that cheers on those who give it their all
37	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		The courage to face challenges positively without fearing failure
38	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's signature rock songs
39	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A classic song that portrays the bonds and warmth of friendship
40	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony
41	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		Expressing the exhilaration of a party and the sweet feelings of romance
42	skySakushi: SKY-HI / Sakkyoku: UTA, LOAR, SKY-HI		Junior high school music contest set piece, a song of young people’s hope
43	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s signature song “Marigold”
44	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46's dark-tinged hit songs
45	YELLikimonogakari		An anthem of support for dreams that stands by the hearts of young people
46	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS's movie theme song
47	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A song that resonates with the heart of someone lamenting a farewell to a loved one.
48	Brother BeatSnow Man		Snow Man's refreshing song 'Brother Beat'
49	The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell		An inspiring summer song by Supercell
50	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Dance performance to the music of Mrs. GREEN APPLE
51	User ManualNishino Kana		Expressing a girl's feelings with plenty of humor...
52	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that is the opening theme of Fire Force.
53	ultramarineYOASOBI		Theme song for dance class
54	idolYOASOBI		Expressing individuality with YOASOBI’s “Idol”
55	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Cheering song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
56	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		Perfect for dance classes with youthful songs
57	We againSG		A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion
58	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A moving graduation song for the day of departure
59	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		A lively song that portrays a child's sense of adventure
60	14-fourteen-Sakushi Sakkyoku: Yugeda Kensuke		A gentle, moving choral piece that portrays the anxieties and hopes of middle schoolers in adolescence.
61	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A signature song that celebrates the power and spirit of youthful challenge
62	March 9Remioromen		An inspiring song that portrays gratitude and friendship toward someone special.
63	Dinner Songtuki.		A song that gently expresses the struggle between love and parting
64	proofflumpool		Be moved and find courage with flumpool’s “Proof”
65	PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s signature piano rock
66	ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism		Life is a board; take a step, even in doubt.
67	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s debut song, a track packed with a sense of speed and determination
68	We AreONE OK ROCK		A hopeful song that moves the hearts of young people
69	Zankyo SankaAimer		A powerful message about overcoming the past and moving toward the future
70	Walking with youNovelbright		A powerful song that sings of love and hope in a youthful number
71	New My NormalMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song has an incredible sense of speed.
72	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song that embraces the sorrow of parting and the hope that follows
73	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		An uplifting song that turns weakness into an ally and aims for greater heights
74	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		Collaboration song by Kenshi Yonezu and DAOKO, a movie theme
75	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		A popular rock-style song with a hopeful message
76	Kitearashi		A song of courage and hope to face forward
77	Is that okay?RADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’s reggae-style hidden gem
78	Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Anjura Aki		A heartwarming ballad that embraces the troubles of adolescence
79	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		A moving song that supports people pursuing their dreams
80	KanadeSukima Suichi		A song that portrays farewell and bonds with a precious person
81	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		Aimyon’s youth song: a bittersweet unrequited love
82	Curtain callYuuri		The strength to overcome hardships with Yuuri’s passionate cheering song
83	You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO, a youthful summer-festival love song
84	I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism		It's a bittersweet yet refreshing love song. 2…
85	KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi		KICK BACK is perfect for middle school dance classes.
86	Odoru-LoopFurederikku		Dance-rock is highly addictive
87	bondhaji→		A heartwarming song that expresses bonds between people
88	Charlesbarūn		A Vocaloid song themed around lost love and parting
89	bad guyBillie Eilish		Billie Eilish’s dark songs
90	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		An anthem to a rule-breaking way of life powered by muscle
91	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s song that heals the parting at junior high school graduation
92	Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s nostalgic melodies—songs that are easy to sing
93	Dear, boyHump Back		An anthem by Hump Back that gives you the courage to chase your dreams
94	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		An iconic, fiery rock anthem that resonates with high school students!
95	Racing into the NightYOASOBI		YOASOBI's 'Racing into the Night' is hugely popular.
96	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN		An iconic song that gives you the courage to face adversity
97	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		FUNKY MONKEY BABYS with Sanma Akashiya as the teacher
98	chantAdo		Ado “Show” — USJ Halloween song, singing of freedom
99	Overdosenatori		A song trending on social media depicts inner conflict.
100	Heralding springyama		A coming-of-age song depicting loneliness and inner conflict: yama’s first original track