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

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nobodyknows+ “Kokoro Odoru” Official Music Video

It’s a punchy, feel-good upper tune! A signature track by the hip-hop group nobodyknows+, released as their third single in 2004.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime SD Gundam Force.

From the very start it ramps up the energy, building a sense of excitement.

Its snappy lyrics and flow are also big reasons for its popularity.

I bet some of you often sing it at karaoke, right? It’s perfect for everyone to sing together when you go to karaoke!

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HY – NAO (Official Music Video)

A soothing song included on the album “Confidence.” The title “NAO” refers to a real person who is a friend of HY’s Nakasone.

It’s said the song was written based on her romantic experiences.

With that background, every lyric resonates with realism, starting from the feeling that “no matter how much I fall in love, this will only ever be unrequited.” If you sing it at karaoke, try keeping the A melody restrained and controlled.

It’s a wonderful song that requires practice, so if you’re confident in your singing, give it a try!

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Official HIGE DANDism – I LOVE… [Official Video]

A song that delicately portrays the feelings of a protagonist who struggles to convey their love to someone dear.

Released in February 2020 as the theme song for the TBS drama “Love Lasts Forever” (Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Doko Made mo).

It features Official HIGE DANDism’s signature polished sound and emotionally rich vocals in perfect harmony, gently embracing not only romantic love but also friendship, familial love, and every form of affection.

For this piece, it’s recommended to sing with a gentle, warm tone while valuing emotional expression.

By infusing the performance with the frustration of not being able to fully express one’s feelings and the pure affection for the other person, it will surely resonate with listeners.

Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS39rank/position

RADWIMPS – Is There Still Anything That Love Can Do? [Official Music Video]

This is a moving masterpiece born at the intersection of love and hope.

It’s a song RADWIMPS wrote specifically for the film Weathering with You and released alongside the movie in July 2019.

The lyrics embrace themes like the power of love and the courage to live, beautifully harmonizing with the film’s story.

Its grand sound, woven from piano and strings, stirs the listener’s heart.

It’s a perfect track for those who want to relive the film’s emotions or express their feelings for someone special through music.

Be sure to listen and experience a lasting sense of wonder.

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Spitz / Cherry

A signature song by Spitz that sings of parting and new beginnings.

Released in April 1996, this single was a massive hit, selling over 1.613 million copies.

It depicts someone stepping forward into a hope-filled future while holding memories of a loved one close, and its refreshing yet slightly wistful melody feels like a pleasant spring breeze.

Many listeners may have been moved by the straightforward lyrics about feeling as if the mere sound of words of love could make you stronger.

The song is also included on the classic album Indigo Chiheisen, and in recent years it has been featured in NTT East’s commercials.

It’s sure to make the start of a new season even more wonderful.

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Yorushika – Ghost in a Flower (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

For those who struggle to decide what to sing at karaoke, I recommend “Hana ni Bourei” (“Ghost in a Flower”).

It was released in 2020 by Yorushika, a rock band immensely popular especially among Gen Z.

Many listeners will relate to its poetic lyrics that capture a page of “youth.” The technical guitar riffs etched into the wistful band sound are striking, and suis’s clear vocals soothingly narrate a bittersweet summer story.

When singing it, the key is to relax and deliver it as if you’re speaking to someone.

Since the song unfolds within a steady vocal range, karaoke beginners should definitely give it a try.

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King Gnu – Hakujitsu

When we watch the snow falling hard, a bittersweet yet beautiful melody comes to mind.

It’s a signature song by King Gnu, released digitally in 2019 and written as the theme for the drama “Innocence: False Accusation Lawyer.” The lyrics depict a heartfelt wish to have an irreparable past and one’s mistakes concealed beneath pure white snow.

No matter how much we regret, time won’t turn back; all we can do is keep walking through the continuous present—a painful truth most of us have felt at least once.

Begun by Daiki Tsuneta at the end of 2018, the track went on to set astonishing streaming records.

It’s also an indispensable winter soundtrack on TikTok.

Listening to it in the cold air might be a good chance to face your own heart.