Top Band Songs Popular with Teens [2026]

Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE71rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Summer Shadow” Official Music Video

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “Natsu no Kage” is popular across generations and has a calm, slightly bittersweet vibe.

It’s the kind of song you’d want to listen to through your earphones on the way home with friends.

Since the range is B2 to A4 and not too wide, those trademark ultra-high notes from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE barely appear.

It may feel a bit low for women, but it’s a relaxing number to sing.

The key points when singing are, of course, the low notes and the switch into falsetto.

The melody starts mostly in the low range and might be hard to produce, but try singing like Omori-san: raise your eyebrows and imagine sending a lot of breath forward toward your eyebrows.

When switching from chest voice to falsetto, you’ll want to keep the resonance in the same place.

Similarly, use plenty of breath and aim to resonate around your eyebrows and head—sing gently and softly with a floating feel, and the transition will be smoother.

Keep that in mind!

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Same BlueOfisharu Higedan Dism72rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Same Blue [Official Video]

This is a memorable track with a refreshing tone and striking piano melodies.

Written specifically as the opening theme for the anime “Blue Box,” it delicately portrays the struggles and growth of youth while carrying a message full of hope for the future.

Satoshi Fujihara of Official HIGE DANDism delivers a clear, transparent vocal performance that beautifully captures the changing seasons and the flutter of first love.

The theme of “blue,” symbolizing purity and fragility, is vividly woven throughout the lyrics and is one of the song’s charms.

Released in October 2024, the track resonates deeply with listeners as it mirrors the anime’s worldview.

It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone experiencing an awkward love they can’t quite be honest about.

together; along with; bothWANIMA73rank/position

WANIMA – Together (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This is one of WANIMA’s signature songs, celebrating the importance of facing forward and moving on despite past hardships and anxieties about the future.

Created after the Kumamoto earthquakes, the track carries heartfelt feelings for their hometown and gratitude toward people.

Released in August 2016, it was also featured in a Kao “8×4” commercial.

With its powerful melody and resonant lyrics, it has given courage and hope to many.

It’s recommended not only for students working hard on exams or club activities, but for anyone standing at a crossroads in life.

Listen to this song, which captures the greatness of walking together with friends, and let it give you the courage to take a new step forward.

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back number – Koi (full)

A song that portrays the faint stirrings of youthful love.

It expresses bittersweet feelings and the ache of unrequited affection.

The protagonist keeps thinking about the other person but lacks the courage to confess, a situation many can relate to.

Released in March 2012 as back number’s fourth single, the track was also used as the theme song for TV Asahi’s “Music-Ru TV.” It’s a love song that makes your heart swell, makes you want to see the one you like, and inspires you to share your feelings—a piece that resonates especially with teenagers.

It’s not me unless it’s meGesu no Kiwami Otome.75rank/position

Gesu no Kiwami Otome “Watashi Igai Watashi Janai no”

They’re a band that caused quite a stir with various issues, including vocalist Enon Kawatani’s affair, but their musicality is the real deal and they’re supported by many fans.

Their unique sound and melody lines are addictive.

The piano sound, which matches the songs, is also very appealing.

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Macaroni Enpitsu “Hoshi ga Oyogu” MV

Powerfully voicing the anxiety of summer and the defiance of fate, this track is a true masterpiece of fast-paced summer rock.

Released by Macaroni Enpitsu in April 2022, it was written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Summer Time Rendering.” The lyrics portray feelings for a lost loved one, a sense of bereavement, and the struggle to confront destiny, carrying a profound message centered on a fate that vanishes fleetingly like fireworks.

With its robust rock sound, the song evokes the beginning of a story and a sense of uplift, making it a guaranteed mood-booster when listened to in the summer season.

Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-shatsu Yasan77rank/position

Yabai T-Shirts Yasan – “Gather Around! Party People” Music Video [Major Version]

Yabai T-Shirts Yasan is a rock band from Osaka.

Their song “Atsumare! Party People” is, just as the title suggests, perfect when you want to enjoy karaoke with a party vibe.

True to punk rock style, this up-tempo track features driving, energetic guitar, and singing it will instantly get you hyped! There are call-and-response parts from start to finish, so even people hearing it for the first time can join in and get pumped together—that’s the best part.

It’s not a melodic song, so don’t worry if you’re not confident in your singing ability.

Just sing without overthinking it and have a blast.

High schoolers are guaranteed to get fired up with this one, too!

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