Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among University Students [2026]

In the Blueikimonogakari71rank/position

Ikimonogakari “In the Blue” (Mitsuya Cider theme song) Music Video

This song features a light, breezy melody like a refreshing wind and lyrics that evoke youth.

Released digitally by Ikimono-gakari in March 2024, it also drew attention as the theme song for Mitsuya Cider.

Its catchy sound and energetic message are truly appealing.

The vibrant vocals and positive lyrics make it a track that gives you a push forward.

Play it at a school sports day or athletic festival, and it’s sure to boost everyone’s excitement! It’s the perfect youth anthem—one that makes you want to throw your arm around a friend’s shoulder and sing together.

Young adultmakaroni enpitsu72rank/position

Macaroni Enpitsu “Young Adult” MV

For those who feel lonely at night or anxious about the future, I recommend the lead track from the mini-album “season.” Released by Macaroni Enpitsu in 2019, it was chosen as the opening theme for episode 2 of TV Tokyo’s Drama 24 series “I Dreamed of That Girl.” It’s also included on the 2020 album “hope.” With lyrics themed around “unconditional love,” the song deeply resonates with university students who may feel isolated in new environments.

Its mid-tempo sound, featuring piano and synthesizer, conveys warmth and hope.

The affirming words sung by vocalist Hattori gently support everyone starting a new chapter in life.

It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT73rank/position

BLUE ENCOUNT “Daijoubu” Music Video (YouTube Ver.)

With lyrics that hit straight to the heart, BLUE ENCOUNT’s “Daijoubu” pairs perfectly with youth.

Many of Blue En’s songs bring tears and reach straight for your heart, don’t they? This track is their fifth single, released in 2016.

True to the title “Daijoubu” (“It’s okay”), it’s a song that wholeheartedly affirms and cheers you on.

It’s a perfect fit as BGM for a sports day, giving you the motivation to look up, push forward, and aim higher.

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ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE74rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「ANTENNA」Official Music Video

“ANTENNA” is a song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, captivating with lyrics that resonate with listeners and a memorable melody.

Its strong message about accepting yourself and moving forward is sure to strike a chord with many people.

It’s an encouraging anthem that makes you want to listen in various moments of life, giving you a gentle push from behind.

With its refreshing melodic line, it’s a perfect piece for students to perform.

SignalWANIMA75rank/position

WANIMA “Signal” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

A single song packed with a passionate message for the school festival that colors a page of youth.

It’s a cheering anthem by WANIMA that brilliantly depicts the drive to move toward the future and the real, everyday struggles we face.

While carrying anxieties about an unseen future, it expresses, through powerful rock sounds, the feelings of young people determined to walk their own path.

Featured on the album “Everybody!!,” the track was also used in a Lotte Ice “Sou” commercial, generating a huge response.

In a special NHK program, the band performed with 1,000 eighteen-year-olds, and the moving stage left a lasting impression on many viewers.

With a sound that unites the entire venue, it’s perfect for club presentations and as a theme song for school festivals.

Philosophy[Alexandros]76rank/position

[Alexandros] – Philosophy (MV)

[Alexandros] is a four-piece rock band that has gained popularity for its piercing, sky-high high-tone vocals and a rock sound that feels both modern and classic.

Their fourth digital-only single, “Philosophy,” written in 2019 for NHK’s event ‘18-Fes,’ features an ensemble highlighted by the warm tones of acoustic guitar.

Its message, which seems to empathize with the real-life struggles of youth, is likely to resonate especially strongly with younger generations.

It’s a highly recommended track for a school festival BGM—one that many listeners will inevitably find themselves relating to.

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Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa77rank/position

Lord of Major / Precious Things

A heartwarming message song that reminds you of the bonds with cherished friends.

It’s a track where a driving, high-energy rock sound—packed with Road of Major’s musical essence—beautifully harmonizes with straightforward lyrics.

Portraying encounters and partings, friendship, and hope for the future, the words continue to resonate deeply with many young people.

Released as an indie single in September 2002, it remained in the Oricon Top 10 for 19 consecutive weeks and achieved an astonishing total of 900,000 copies sold.

In 2009, it was also featured in a commercial for the Taiwan-market Mazda Mazda3, becoming a song loved across borders.

Its band-friendly arrangement makes it easy to perform, and it has the power to unite the audience during live shows.