Ranking of Popular Japanese Music and J-Pop Among High School Boys [2026]
I think many male high school students are interested in music.
You probably also have plenty of chances to go to karaoke with your friends.
This time, I’ve put together a ranking of popular Japanese songs that are especially favored by music-savvy male high school students.
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Most Popular Japanese Songs/J-Pop Among High School Boys [2026] (41–50)
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA50rank/position
A song by LiSA, the singer who skyrocketed to fame with the opening theme of the anime Demon Slayer.
This comic broke the sales record long held by One Piece.
Some people might avoid it without giving it a chance, but no matter how you listen to it, it’s musically outstanding—so please give it a try.
Most Popular Japanese Songs/J-Pop Among High School Boys [2026] (Ranks 51–60)
ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE51rank/position
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a three-piece rock band garnering attention from a wide range of listeners with a colorful catalog that reflects their diverse backgrounds.
ANTENNA, the title track and opener of their fifth album, leaves a lasting impression with its catchy synths and hysteric guitar ensemble.
The whirlwind of key changes in the arrangement seems to capture the mix of anticipation and anxiety toward an unseen future, as depicted in the lyrics.
It’s a refreshing rock tune marked by a hook-laden melody.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE52rank/position
A coming-of-age song that delivers the importance of embracing your true self on a refreshing melody.
The protagonist portrayed by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE carries a earnest resolve to keep looking forward while battling self-denial.
Gratitude and hope toward someone who accepts their true self gently envelop the listener, together with a melody that resonates in the heart.
Released in January 2025 as the theme song for NHK General’s special program “Mrs.
GREEN APPLE 18-sai-sai,” it was performed together with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation.
It’s a track recommended for moments when you want to face yourself with a gentle gaze, or when you want to share your feelings with someone important.
Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE53rank/position
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a band with overwhelming support from young people.
Rather than being characterized by highly original musicality, their hallmark is an approachable sound that prioritizes catchiness, and they’ve released many hit songs to date.
However, despite their catchiness, Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s songs tend to be extremely difficult to perform.
That’s why we recommend Bitter Vacation.
With a range of mid1 C# to hi A, it’s on the narrower side for a Mrs.
GREEN APPLE song, so you shouldn’t struggle too much in terms of vocal production.
That said, the overall key is on the higher side, so transposing is essential.
As for crowd-pleasing impact, it’s outstanding—definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE54rank/position
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE has delivered a gem of a song that beautifully captures both the brilliance and the fragility of youth.
It delicately portrays the feelings of trying to embrace everyday anxieties, inner conflicts, and the pains of growth as cherished memories.
The song was also chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery” and won the 66th Japan Record Awards in December 2024, marking an unprecedented achievement of back-to-back wins for the band.
This heartwarming track offers empathy and encouragement to middle school students grappling with the uniquely turbulent emotions of adolescence and feelings of self-doubt.
It will surely stay close to your heart and give you the courage to look ahead.
Walking with youNovelbright55rank/position
Novelbright is a five-member rock band formed in Osaka.
This rock tune features a thrilling sense of speed and striking vocals that feel great.
It’s a song whose lyrical message I really want you to take in.
If you’re looking to get into rock bands from here on out, this is a band you should definitely listen to.
Love and romanceNovelbright56rank/position
“No matter what I’m doing, I can’t stop thinking about that person…” For high school students who feel this way, give “Ai toka Koi toka” a listen.
Released in 2022 by Novelbright, the rock band behind numerous film and TV theme songs, this track soothes with its soft, acoustic guitar–led melody and Yudai Takenaka’s clear, high-tone vocals that honestly express the feelings of love.
It’s a song we recommend both to those nursing a crush and those happily in love.
Be sure to check out this heartwarming love song that will color your high school days.
