Popular Girls' Band Rankings [2026]

I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu8rank/position

I Touched an Angel!

“Touched by an Angel,” known as an insert song from the anime K-On!! by the band Ho-kago Tea Time, is a tear-jerking band ballad filled with heartfelt gratitude passed from seniors to juniors.

Included on the album Ho-kago Tea Time II released in October 2010, it has come to be loved as a classic graduation song beyond the bounds of the series.

Rather than dwelling only on sadness at parting, its warm lyrics trust in the bonds that will continue, gently comforting the listener.

It’s a song that makes you feel the miracle of meeting and hope for the future.

We also recommend singing it at karaoke during farewell parties or graduation season while reminiscing about the days spent with dear friends and juniors.

UnchainedLOVEBITES9rank/position

LOVEBITES / Unchained [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

The new song released in July 2024 is a powerful track that captures the hearts of heavy metal fans.

With English lyrics themed around freedom and liberation, it resonates with listeners both in Japan and abroad.

Since their major debut in 2017, LOVEBITES have released numerous albums and singles, earning high acclaim overseas as well.

Their win at the UK’s Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards in 2018, in particular, proved their prowess.

This release takes a step toward new territory while preserving the essence of heavy metal.

Featuring dynamic performances and commanding vocals, it’s highly recommended not only for metal enthusiasts but also for anyone seeking fresh sounds.

Love and Liesakai kouen10rank/position

Akai Ko-en – “Love and Lies” Music Video

A song by Akai Ko-en that portrays sweet yet bittersweet feelings of love.

With delicate words, it weaves the story of a girl’s budding romance as spring arrives.

The tension of being next to someone she likes and the clumsiness that makes her hide her true self resonate deeply.

While capturing the instability of love, this piece gently sings of the yearning to fall in love anyway.

Released in August 2017, it was also used as the ending theme for TBS’s “Ousama no Brunch.” It’s the perfect track for those moments when you want to bask in the warmth of spring and sink into a faintly bittersweet mood.

It may awaken nostalgic memories of love sleeping in your heart.

The First Steprakkuraifu11rank/position

Luck Life / The First Step [Music Video] (TV Anime 'Cheer Boys!!' Opening Theme)

“Hajime no Ippo,” released in 2016 by Luck Life, a rock band known for creating numerous anime songs, is a track that portrays the courage and hope of stepping into a new world.

It carries a message of encouragement for various sports day events tackled together with friends and teammates.

The driving, upbeat band performance conveys a refreshing energy that blows away worries and anxieties.

With lyrics about passion and friendship and a beat that makes you want to start running, this rock number colors a page of youth.

Be sure to check out its sound, perfectly matched to a sports day held under clear, sunny skies.

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Stand by Methe peggies12rank/position

Stand by Me

When it’s tough to keep pushing on your own, I recommend “Stand by Me” by the peggies! Released in 2019, this song was written as the ending theme for the anime Sarazanmai.

Even in individual sports, as long as you’re part of a club, you’re not alone—it’s as if everyone in the club is fighting alongside you.

This track makes you feel that it’s okay not to shoulder everything by yourself, to open up about your struggles sometimes, and to keep going while encouraging one another.

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RickenbackerRīgaru Rirī13rank/position

Legal Lily – “Rickenbacker” Music Video

A song that sharply captures the confusion and inner conflict of youth was included by Regal Lily on their October 2016 album “the Post.” Its lyrics, where setback and hope intersect, sing powerfully and straightforwardly of feelings toward someone who gave up on music with a half-hearted resolve.

Blending alternative rock sonics with a clear, translucent vocal, the track was also chosen in 2019 as the tie-in song for the stage production “365 Days, 36.5°C,” gaining further attention.

Conveying a passion for music and a sincere attitude, this song will gently yet firmly encourage those who feel uncertain about their dreams and goals.

Ready to RockBAND-MAID14rank/position

TV anime “Rock is a Lady’s Accomplishment” Non-Credit Opening Video / BAND-MAID “Ready to Rock”

BAND-MAID is a hard rock band that dons maid outfits and makes waves around the world.

Their striking contrast between graceful looks and ferocious performances continues to captivate fans both in Japan and abroad.

Released in April 2025, this work was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Accomplishment.” It’s a powerful track that straightforwardly expresses inner desire and passion, perfectly matching the story of a young lady awakening to rock.

It also drew attention for the performance scenes in the anime, where the band members themselves handled the motion capture.

When you want to break through the status quo and charge forward, give their blazing performance a listen.