Ranking of Japanese Music/J-POP Artists Popular Among Teens [2026]

All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika50rank/position

suis from Yorushika “All the Young People” Music Video

The popular music duo Yorushika.

While they may not be a group that defines the generation of women in their 30s, their easy-to-listen-to sound likely has many fans among them.

What I’d like to recommend is “Wakamono no Subete,” sung by suis, Yorushika’s vocalist.

This work is a cover of a song by Fujifabric, and the vocal line is even calmer than the original.

Even among recent Japanese pop songs, it has a particularly narrow vocal range, so women with lower voices should be able to sing it without any issues.

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Ryo

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Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA51rank/position

AAA / “Love Sound and Rainy Sky” Music Video

The love song I especially want teenage girls who aren’t confident at karaoke to sing is “Koi Oto to Amazora.” It was released in 2013 by AAA, a co-ed performance group active since the 2000s.

The fresh yet bittersweet sound set to a rap-like rhythm is striking.

The heart-fluttering lyrics overflowing with sweet-and-sour feelings match beautifully with their warm choral work.

The melody line is orthodox and approachable, so even beginner female singers at karaoke can give it a try! Focus on keeping a steady rhythm as you sing.

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mutō

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When I realized it, I was in unrequited love.Nogizaka 4652rank/position

Nogizaka46 'Kizuitara Kataomoi' Short Ver.

The eighth track, released in 2015.

Whereas previous lyrics were often written from a masculine perspective, this one is written from a feminine point of view.

The music video is a story-driven, drama-style production and is very moving.

All of the YouthFujifaburikku53rank/position

Fujifabric – Youth of Everything

This is a memorable masterpiece distinguished by a gentle melody line that tenderly embraces the poignant scenery of late summer and the fleeting nature of youth.

Set against fireworks and twilight, it portrays the desire to cherish this moment intertwined with anxieties about a changing future.

Beautifully balancing Fujifabric’s refined musicality with the delicate world of its lyrics, the song was released in November 2007 as their 10th single and served as the lead single for the album TEENAGER.

It was featured as the opening theme for NTV’s Oto Moe! and later as an insert song in Fuji TV’s 2013 drama SUMMER NUDE, capturing the hearts of many.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when you wish to bask in precious memories, or when you need a gentle push before taking a new step forward.

New EraAdo54rank/position

[Ado] New Genesis (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

This piece conveys a powerful determination to break through the status quo.

Released in June 2022, the song was chosen as the theme for the film ONE PIECE FILM RED and became a major sensation, topping the charts.

Yasutaka Nakata’s synth-pop production and Ado’s overwhelming vocal prowess fuse brilliantly to create a truly unique world.

The lyrics, which strive to forge a new world, are sure to resonate deeply with anyone chasing a dream.

It’s a track that gives you the power to carve out the future.

MonitoringDECO*2755rank/position

DECO*27 – Monitoring feat. Hatsune Miku

DECO*27, a pioneer in the Vocaloid scene, enjoys overwhelming support.

The name is pronounced “Deco Nina.” He has created numerous classic tracks, but the one I especially recommend to teenagers is this piece included on the album TRANSFORM.

Released with a music video in November 2024, it captivated audiences with its dark worldview depicting a gaze through a door viewer, and sparked a huge reaction—topping the UGC charts in the first half of 2025.

It blends a nostalgic, Showa-era kayōkyoku-style melody with a heavy low end, and the overall vocal range isn’t very wide.

There are many spoken, conversational sections, so even those who aren’t confident in their high notes should be able to sing it comfortably.

Once you lock into its distinctive rhythm, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

If you laugh at the skywacci56rank/position

wacci “If You Laugh at the Sky” Music Video

A five-piece pop-rock band, wacci, known for their energetic live performances—including a live tour across all 47 prefectures and active appearances at events and school festivals—brings this song.

Alongside their much-talked-about seventh digital single, “Betsu no Hito no Kanojo ni Natta yo” (“I Became Someone Else’s Girlfriend”), it is included on their third album, “Gunjou Refrain.” The message—that whether your efforts are rewarded or not, the very act of facing them will one day become your strength—will likely resonate powerfully with teenagers currently striving toward their goals.

With its lyrical melody and layered ensemble that evoke the fleeting nature of youth, this is an emotional ballad number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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