Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among Junior High School Students [2026]

The Zero Sense10-FEET50rank/position

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

A rock number that powerfully belts out a passion for basketball and the spirit of challenge! The lyrics, brimming with the drive to chase your dreams and the resolve to face adversity, feel like a push on your back.

10-FEET’s overwhelmingly powerful, tension-filled sound grabs your heart and won’t let go.

Featured on the album “COLLINS” and released in November 2022 as the ending theme for the film “THE FIRST SLAM DUNK,” this track is perfect not only for basketball and sports fans, but also for those moments when you want to strive toward your dreams or fire yourself up before an important showdown.

Live in the present.Saucy Dog51rank/position

Saucy Dog “Live in the present.” Music Video

Powerfully singing of youthful passion and hope, this Saucy Dog track was created as a cheer anthem for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

Portraying growth through overcoming setbacks and hardship, bonds with teammates, and the courage to move forward while staying true to oneself, the song deeply resonates with young people navigating high school life during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Released in December 2022, it has become an indispensable fan favorite at their live shows, giving a strong push not only to soccer players but also to students working hard every day for their clubs and school events.

No.1DISH//52rank/position

DISH// – No.1 [Official Video] (TV Anime “My Hero Academia” Season 5 Opening Theme / MY HERO ACADEMIA OPENING THEME)

A guitar-rock tune that powerfully resonates with a message of charging straight toward your goals with an unwavering heart! Released by DISH// in May 2021, this track stands out with its exhilarating piano and edgy guitar sound.

It embodies a strong will to keep moving toward the light of hope without losing sight of your destination, along with a determination to live authentically without making excuses.

Chosen as the opening theme for the first cour of Season 5 of the TV anime My Hero Academia, it won strong support from anime fans as well.

It’s a powerful cheering song you’ll want to hear when you need the courage to face forward—before an important match, in moments of anxiety, or anytime you’re preparing your heart for what’s ahead.

THANXWANIMA53rank/position

WANIMA「THANX」（from 1st DVD&Blu-ray「JUICE UP!! TOUR FINAL」）

WANIMA’s nationally distributed debut release captivates with an energetic sound and heartfelt lyrics centered on themes of gratitude and farewell! Included on the album “Are You Coming?” released in November 2015, this track powerfully expresses the courage to move forward after parting and the feeling of gratitude toward loved ones, carried by a driving, exhilarating melody.

Its outdoor live-style music video—featuring motocross bikes soaring through the air—also drew attention, and the song has grown into an indispensable staple at WANIMA’s concerts.

It’s a sure-fire crowd-pleaser that will capture hearts at cultural and school festivals alike.

I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism54rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – I LOVE… [Official Video]

It’s a bittersweet yet refreshing love song.

Released in February 2020 as the theme song for a drama, it sings not only of romantic love but also of love for friends and family.

Written by Official HIGE DANDism with heartfelt intent, it’s marked by vocalist Satoshi Fujihara’s clear, translucent voice.

The lyrics, where the words of love start to spill out but are held back, convey the anxieties and hesitations of someone in love.

The music video portrays various forms of love and simply watching it warms your heart.

This piece is perfect for moments when you want to think of someone dear or honestly express your feelings to someone.

Loverssumika55rank/position

sumika / Lovers【Music Video】

sumika is a rock band that captivates many listeners with refreshing melodies and heartwarming messages.

Originally released in March 2016 as a limited-edition single, this song was created in gratitude to fans and members after overcoming the hardship of a hiatus.

It became widely known when it was selected as the theme song for the “Mune-Kyun Sukatto” segment of the TV show “Tsuukai TV Sukatto Japan,” and it’s now beloved as a wedding staple.

Its brisk rhythm and catchy melody are perfect for school festival stages, too.

With handclaps and call-and-response, this pop tune is sure to bring the whole venue together in excitement!

MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK56rank/position

KEYTALK/「MONSTER DANCE」MUSIC VIDEO

A four-on-the-floor dance rock track is a surefire choice to hype up the crowd! This song is by the four-piece rock band KEYTALK, released as their third single in 2014.

It’s an upbeat, high-energy tune with a hint of Japanese flavor that’ll raise the excitement whether you like it or not as you listen.

Since handclaps pop up throughout the song, be sure to hype the audience so they’ll join in when you play it live.

There’s a section where the tempo changes, so practice thoroughly to keep the rhythm tight and consistent.

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