Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among University Students [2026]
Musicians seriously aiming to go pro should definitely take note.
When creating songs, keeping an eye on trends in the world is very important.
Feel free to use this as a reference when you hit a wall.
Of course, don’t forget to trust your own individuality.
Playlist
| Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among University Students [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | A refreshing classic by a rock band that makes you want to step to the beat. |
| 2 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An anthem that celebrates valuing yourself just as you are |
| 3 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Stargazing: a classic song that sets your thoughts adrift in the night sky |
| 4 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays youthful summer and human connections |
| 5 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | While being known as a leading figure of youth punk, … |
| 6 | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | Even more deeply moving moments in school life… |
| 7 | to clear up (weather)Yorushika |  play_arrow | A song by Yorushika that carries a message of hope and courage |
| 8 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | SPYAIR youth ballad theme song |
| 9 | The BeginningONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A powerful song that brings courage and inspiration |
| 10 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | A famous song by back number that depicts youthful romantic feelings |
| 11 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA’s powerful cheer song |
| 12 | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | An inspiring youth anthem that cheers on those who give it their all |
| 13 | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA’s encouragement song that cheers on moving forward |
| 14 | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Pop rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 15 | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | A lively song that portrays a child's sense of adventure |
| 16 | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | [Alexandros] captivates with a modern rock sound. |
| 17 | New My NormalMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song has an incredible sense of speed. |
| 18 | Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A song that sprints through the moments of youth with all its might |
| 19 | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's movie theme song |
| 20 | RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | An iconic, fiery rock anthem that resonates with high school students! |
| 21 | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Cheering on students who are working hard for the sports day. |
| 22 | Dear, boyHump Back |  play_arrow | Don't give up on your dreams! A moving song that cheers on youth |
| 23 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | A cheer song by back number that's perfect for a school festival |
| 24 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Mashle opening theme becomes a global hit |
| 25 | MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK |  play_arrow | KEYTALK's hype dance rock |
| 26 | No.1DISH// |  play_arrow | A rock song that sings of a strong will to pursue a goal |
| 27 | InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The opening theme of Fire Force. A song packed with a sense of speed and fiery intensity. |
| 28 | AgainWANIMA |  play_arrow | A song of courage to overcome setbacks and move forward |
| 29 | Odoru-LoopFurederikku |  play_arrow | Frederic's signature dance-rock song |
| 30 | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the feelings of heartbreak in a lighthearted way |
| 31 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that sings of passion for basketball and dreams |
| 32 | WanteD! WanteD!Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An iconic song that powerfully supports the troubles of youth |
| 33 | End the worldHarukamirai |  play_arrow | Beginner-friendly rock songs by Harukamirai |
| 34 | SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Soranin theme song rock classic |
| 35 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony |
| 36 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that turns weakness into an ally and aims for greater heights |
| 37 | Loverssumika |  play_arrow | sumika's love songs I'd like to listen to in the morning |
| 38 | Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | EDM-style party song, depicted ironically |
| 39 | Fanfaresumika |  play_arrow | An anthem of speed and hope that lifts the heart |
| 40 | THANXWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA’s first nationally distributed release, a signature song of gratitude and farewell |
| 41 | Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Trust your instincts and move toward your dreams. |
| 42 | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | Introduction to KANA-BOON's 'Silhouette' |
| 43 | Prefacemakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A classic song by Macaroni Enpitsu that portrays the bittersweetness of youth |
| 44 | flash[Alexandros] | ![flash[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xfG6L9I7N8I/default.jpg) play_arrow | A timeless hit by [Alexandros] brimming with a sense of speed |
| 45 | Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā |  play_arrow | An encouraging song about accepting suffering and taking a new step forward |
| 46 | Glass BluesBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A popular song by BUMP OF CHICKEN composed in their first year of high school |
| 47 | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | FLOW’s song “GO!!!” is truly the selec... |
| 48 | Live in the present.Saucy Dog |  play_arrow | Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song |
| 49 | We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up |
| 50 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A song of courage and hope to help others |
| 51 | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s popular song “Habit” is easy to sing. |
| 52 | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Practicing over and over, facing forward with DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Nando Demo.” |
| 53 | Cinderella BoySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Saucy Dog's love songs are popular among college students |
| 54 | Shunkan SentimentalSCANDAL |  play_arrow | SCANDAL's rock number for the school festival |
| 55 | OH!SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | The importance of doing your best at the sports festival |
| 56 | ImaginationSPYAIR |  play_arrow | In April 2023, the addition of a new vocalist was annou… |
| 57 | My First KissHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | A cover of a famous Hi-STANDARD song. |
| 58 | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Tokyo Revengers theme song, a famous song of courage and bonds |
| 59 | VSBLUE ENCOUNT |  play_arrow | A powerful rock song by BLUE ENCOUNT |
| 60 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Choreography for a song that believes in a bright future |
| 61 | Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK |
| 62 | rainbowAqua Timez |  play_arrow | Friends who support the sports festival and rainbow-like memories |
| 63 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that colors the memories of the sports day |
| 64 | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | “Mixed Nuts” by Official HIGE DANDism is recommended for sports day. |
| 65 | The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Ikimono-gakari's sports day theme song |
| 66 | asking for the moonKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | Formed mainly by high school classmates in Osaka Prefecture, Ro... |
| 67 | Full driveKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A rock band formed in Osaka in 2008… |
| 68 | We AreONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A hopeful song that moves the hearts of young people |
| 69 | flying boatKing Gnu |  play_arrow | An anthem that encourages the courage to live as your true self |
| 70 | dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The joy of having fun, a positive cheer song! |
| 71 | In the Blueikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A refreshing, youth-filled song that delivers energy |
| 72 | Young adultmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu's theme song of unconditional love |
| 73 | It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT |  play_arrow | An anthem of youth, the heart-stirring BLUE ENCOUNT |
| 74 | ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s cheer song |
| 75 | SignalWANIMA |  play_arrow | A fiery rock song that cheers on youth |
| 76 | Philosophy[Alexandros] | ![Philosophy[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jIysnJZewLQ/default.jpg) play_arrow | [Alexandros] with a high-tone voice and youthful message |
| 77 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A smash-hit rock song about friendship and hope |
| 78 | Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A passionate anthem for those who chase their dreams: the power of courage |
| 79 | Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children |  play_arrow | An inspirational song used as a TV drama’s theme is a self-produced track. |
| 80 | DOLLSCANDAL |  play_arrow | SCANDAL’s rock in pursuit of freedom and love |
| 81 | Shangri-LaChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | Introduction to Chatmonchy’s single tracks |
| 82 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An anthem that supports the anxieties of youth and boosts self-esteem |
| 83 | Critical HitRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' youth-supporting rock song |
| 84 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | Back Number is a band that’s popular among college students, and... |
| 85 | Funny Bunnythe pillows |  play_arrow | Since its release in 1999, many artis... |
| 86 | To the Frontlinesayonara poezi |  play_arrow | A hidden gem by Sayonara Poesy |
| 87 | possibilitySambomasutā |  play_arrow | Specializing in sing-alongs and rock anthems... |
| 88 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | Fujifabric’s classic song “Wakamono no Subete” |
| 89 | Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship |
| 90 | Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A pop tune that sweetly portrays summer love. Ryokuou… |
| 91 | catDISH// |  play_arrow | A lyrical song that symbolizes feelings for a former lover through a cat |
| 92 | Teenager ForeverKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The sports festival is a precious page in the memories of youth. |
| 93 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | A gentle love song of seasons and gratitude |
| 94 | Always HIGH!DISH// |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that celebrates the青春 of high school students |
| 95 | Strawberry MargaritaELLEGARDEN |  play_arrow | A refreshing rock song by ELLEGARDEN |
| 96 | Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A moving, heart-stirring ballad that expresses the bonds of life |
| 97 | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | A youthful summer-festival love song, a sweet-and-sour first crush |
| 98 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad of love and vows |
| 99 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A three-piece girls' rock band from Kanagawa Prefecture... |
| 100 | loveback number |  play_arrow | A youthful track that captures the feelings of first love on the brink of graduation |