Top Japanese Songs / J-POP Rankings by Generation: Teens
We’re excited to present the latest top 100 rankings—at a glance—of the most-viewed songs in the Japanese music/J-POP teen category, sorted by view count! What songs are teens, who often experience big life changes like new grades and new schools, listening to most? The playlist is updated weekly.
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[Teens] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation] (71–80)
SunYorushika71rank/position
Yorushika’s masterpiece “Taiyō” (“The Sun”).
Among Yorushika’s songs, this piece boasts one of the narrowest vocal ranges.
Typically, songs with a narrow range are sung in the mid register, but this one is sung mostly in the low register.
As a result, for many women it will feel like singing in their speaking voice.
Because of this, there’s very little strain on the throat, and the vocal line itself is simple with minimal contour, making it undeniably easy to sing.
Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
When I realized it, I was in unrequited love.Nogizaka 4672rank/position
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.
Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā73rank/position
Sambomaster, Japan’s sweatiest and most heartful rock band.
This is their 2018 release, “Kagayakidashite Hashitteku” (“Start Shining and Keep Running”).
The fiery passion they pour into their songs has encouraged countless people, and that spirit remains unchanged in this track.
Maybe you go to karaoke to take a break from club practice or to blow off study stress? If so, definitely sing this song.
Singing it will clear your head, and listening to it will lift you up—a track packed with Sambomaster’s grit and kindness.
Cinderella BoySaucy Dog74rank/position
This is a poignant song that portrays the pain and inner conflict of love.
Released by Saucy Dog in August 2021, it sharply expresses actions that go against one’s true feelings and the sense of betrayal within a romantic relationship.
Written from a female perspective, the lyrics skillfully depict the protagonist’s complex emotions as she struggles with the gap between ideals and reality.
While pop and melodious, the track carries a bittersweet atmosphere and unfolds with the band’s signature rock sound.
It gained major popularity especially among young people, ranking second in the 2022 annual karaoke charts.
It’s a perfect song for those who want to share the anguish of love, as well as for high school students looking to have fun with friends.
If I could become a constellationkessoku bando75rank/position
Kessoku Band’s most famous song, “If We Could Become a Constellation.” The melody isn’t difficult and the rhythm is calm, so many of my vocal training students chose to sing it.
Actually, JOYSOUND staff are doing something called the “95-Point Challenge” with this song, so with practice you might be able to boost your score quite a bit! The overall vocal range is G3–C#5.
The chorus hits C5 repeatedly, so some people might feel it’s “high,” but the melody has momentum, so if you focus on accents, you’ll be fine! First, listen carefully to identify which parts are the high notes.
Take the spots where you think, “Maybe here?” and turn them into accents by riding the rhythm with some drive.
The key point is to project your voice forward! Start with sectional practice so you can produce sound comfortably, and do your best!
To tell you the truth,yangusukinii76rank/position
In front of the person you like, you end up putting on a brave face, blurting out words you don’t mean, and sinking into self-loathing.
This song by Young Skinny portrays that clumsy yet endearing tsundere kind of love.
Released as a single in October 2022, it was also chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “King’s Brunch.” It’s known for becoming the band’s first track to surpass 100 million total streams and is included on the album “I Thought Anything Would Be Forgiven If I Turned It Into a Song.” Many listeners will likely relate to the painful contradiction of pushing someone away even though you really like them.
Kayayu’s true-to-life vocals are sure to gently nudge the hearts of those troubled by love.
Blending bittersweet lyrics with a pop sound, it’s a rock number that captures listeners’ hearts and won’t let go.
To all my ex-girlfriendsKoresawa77rank/position
Koresawa, who enjoys overwhelming popularity especially among younger generations, is a singer-songwriter from Osaka known for basically not showing her face and appearing as “Reko-chan,” a bear girl, in MVs.
Her songs—sung with outstanding melodic sense and lyrics that skillfully, and at times candidly, express women’s true feelings—are also hugely popular at karaoke.
The track we’re introducing this time, the impressively titled “To All My Ex-Girlfriends,” is a digital single released in 2024 and a hit distinguished by its MV set in a karaoke box.
Its country-flavored, upbeat sound, lyrics that keep slightly hard-to-say emotions bright, and catchy melody all showcase her impeccable taste.
While the overall pitch sits a bit on the higher side, the melodic line is easy to sing, and those with lower voices can handle it just fine by adjusting the key.
Be mindful of the bouncy rhythm, and make sure to bring out the contrast between smoothly connected sections and crisply articulated parts!
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu78rank/position
When it comes to the signature song by Atarashii Gakko! that sparked a social phenomenon in 2023, many people will think of this track.
Its funky blend of Showa-era kayōkyoku and electronic sounds is irresistibly pleasant, delivering a groove that makes your body move.
The lyrics compare an as-yet-unripened self to a flower bud, portraying the emotional turmoil between yearning for adulthood and the gap with reality.
The contrast between the desire to act grown-up and the lingering innocence is both poignant and endearing.
Released in May 2020, the song gained renewed attention on TikTok about three years later, with related head-shaking dance videos surpassing 3.1 billion views.
It won an Excellence Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards and marked the group’s first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The striking choreography is easy to learn and perfect for school festivals or wedding performances—an ideal song to get the whole venue involved and energized.
Having someone you likeJY79rank/position
When it comes to music popular among teens, K-pop is the obvious pick.
But for those who find Korean difficult, I recommend “There’s Someone I Love” by JY, a former member of KARA.
If you like sparkling, cute-style songs, this is an absolute must-listen.
And since it’s in Japanese, there’s no need to feel intimidated! It was used as the theme song for a TV drama of the same name, so it’s well-known and definitely buzzworthy.
It’s a fresh love song that sweetly captures the push and pull of romance.
omnidirectional beautynozomi80rank/position
Noshi is a female singer-songwriter who has gained popularity for her music brimming with originality.
She has many comical songs, and their impact draws attention every time.
You could say her work is especially popular among subculture-inclined girls.
Among Noshi’s tracks, the one I particularly recommend is “Zen Hoko Bishoujo” (“All-Direction Beautiful Girl”).
Though it leaves a strong impression, its vocal range is not especially wide, spanning mid2A to hi C#.
If the falsetto parts are tough, it’s a good idea to lower the key with a focus on those sections.
Moody yet highly addictive, this song is sure to hype up any karaoke session.