Ranking of Popular Band Songs Among People in Their 20s [2026]

All of the YouthFujifaburikku78rank/position

Fujifabric – Youth of Everything

It’s a hidden gem by Fujifabric that captures the melancholy of summer’s end and the sparkle of youth slipping away.

Lines like “When the last fireworks are over, will we change?” convey that inexpressible mix of anxiety and hope for the future, tightening the listener’s chest.

Released in November 2007 as an advance single from the album TEENAGER, the song was also featured as insert music in the drama SUMMER NUDE.

Its somewhat nostalgic melody will create a tender, emotional unity when sung at karaoke with peers.

Why not try it when you want to gently mellow the mood?

New My NormalMrs. GREEN APPLE79rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “New My Normal” Official Music Video

After a 1 year and 8 month hiatus, Mrs.

GREEN APPLE made a fresh start.

This song feels like their new theme song.

Reading the lyrics, you can sense that they overcame the negative experiences and inner conflicts they likely faced, and that they’re poised to shine again.

Omori’s overwhelming vocal power and soaring high notes are, of course, fully intact.

This song, which sings of the anguish, suffering, and hope that only those who push forward can know, will stand by your side and cheer you on.

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Bluebirdikimonogakari80rank/position

Ikimonogakari "Blue Bird" Music Video

Ikimono-gakari’s “Blue Bird” features a refreshing, invigorating melody that leaves a strong impression and stirs the heart.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden, it’s a song many people in their twenties are likely familiar with.

With its bright, powerful vocals and uplifting lyrics, this track has captivated many fans and seems to symbolize the brilliance of youth.

It’s also a karaoke staple, guaranteed to liven up the room when sung with friends of the same generation.

This timeless classic will surely continue to be loved by many for years to come.

ALONESAqua Timez81rank/position

Aqua Timez “ALONES” Music Video (Anime BLEACH Season 6 Opening Theme)

Aqua Timez has a variety of songs, including anthems and love songs, but this one has lyrics that soothe a tired heart, and I hope people in their 20s who are struggling with a new stage in life will listen to it.

It’s a song that seeps into your heart and makes the tears flow uncontrollably.

DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE82rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE "Darling" Official Music Video

A song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE that celebrates self-acceptance and hope for the future.

Written and composed by Motoki Ohmori, the piece carefully expresses feelings that support the struggles of adolescence, with themes of individuality and love.

Its arrangement, weaving together a dramatic melodic line and a pop sound, touches the listener’s heart along with a resonant, soulful vocal performance.

Created as the theme song for the special program “Mrs.

GREEN APPLE 18-sai Festival,” broadcast on NHK General in December 2024, and performed together with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation, this track is recommended for anyone who wants to be honest with their feelings or is grappling with relationships with those they hold dear.

Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE83rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Song of Pointillism” Official Live Lyric Video

This is a love ballad that sings of a fleeting romance, as if reluctant to say goodbye to summer.

The clear, transparent vocals of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE and Sonoko Inoue beautifully capture its sweet yet heartrending atmosphere.

The song was released in August 2018 as an insert track for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi.” Its popularity has endured, earning it the No.

1 spot in the duet category of the karaoke rankings for the first half of 2024.

The sorrow of being separated from a loved one and the desire to treasure the present moment resonate deeply in the heart.

It’s perfect for karaoke with friends, and highly recommended to sing with someone special as well.

C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK84rank/position

ONE OK ROCK – C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h. [Official Music Video]

This is a song packed with memories from my student days.

It’s a track included on ONE OK ROCK’s album Zankyō Reference, released in October 2011, and it was also used as the ending theme for the TV program To the Top of the Earth: Futa Kuriki’s New Challenge.

The powerful guitar riffs and the members’ passionate performance leave a strong impression.

With themes of friendship, growth, and moving forward toward your dreams, it’s a song that brings back memories of friends from school every time you listen to it.

For people in their twenties, it’s sure to remain in their hearts as a song that recalls their youth.