Also great for karaoke with friends! Youthful songs that hype up the Reiwa era
In the past, “youth songs” often brought romantic themes to mind, but in recent years more songs have portrayed youth in a variety of ways.
Of course, youth and romance are inseparable, but there’s been a rise in broader takes on youth songs—tracks about friendship or songs that evoke club activities, for example.
So this time, we’re introducing youth songs released in the Reiwa era.
They’re the kind of tracks that not only lift your spirits just by listening, but also get everyone hyped when sung together at karaoke.
Be sure to check them out!
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Also great for karaoke with friends! Youthful songs that hype up the Reiwa era (1–10)
determinationSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER is a four-piece rock band that captivates fans with rock sounds carrying messages that pierce the heart and vocals that shake the soul.
Selected as the song for Morinaga Seika’s in Jelly Energy Glucose TV commercial “Energy for Thinking,” this track was released digitally in November 2023.
Its message—follow the path you believe in, no matter what anyone says—will surely give courage to those worried about the future.
With a driving rock ensemble that feels like a tailwind, it’s a powerful rock tune.
Sing it at karaoke with friends, and it’s guaranteed to get the crowd fired up.
OrangeSPYAIR

Known for their fiery performances and wide musical range, SPYAIR’s music vividly captures the brilliance of youth.
Released in February 2024 as the theme song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle: The Movie, this track warmly sings about encounters and bonds forged within limited time.
Its melody, filled with courage and hope to pursue your dreams, is sure to resonate deeply.
Packed with the charm of SPYAIR—who continue to draw attention through their anime collaborations—this is a song that’s guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session.
A perfect, uplifting youth anthem for making memories with friends.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

A song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, whose high-tone vocals and exhilarating rock sound have made them especially popular among young listeners.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery,” this track is the band’s ninth digital-only single.
Its lyrics, which portray the coexistence of transience and beauty in everyday life, are sure to move listeners.
Centered on themes of self-acceptance and growth, the song delivers a powerful message that resonates with the complex emotions unique to adolescence.
Released in April 2024, it climbed high on various music charts and generated widespread buzz.
It’s a catchy pop tune that’s guaranteed to get the crowd going when you sing it with friends at karaoke.
Also great for karaoke with friends! Youthful songs that hype up the Reiwa era (11–20)
Teenage BlueEVE

Eve’s digital single brilliantly captures the fleeting, bittersweet nature of youth.
Its driving electronic sound and emotional melody line mesh perfectly, resulting in an irresistibly addictive track.
Selected as the ending theme for the TBS anime “Ao no Hako” in October 2024, the song’s lyrics reflecting on the days of adolescence really hit home.
It’s perfect not only for anime fans but also for anyone wanting to reminisce about fond memories.
A great pick for getting the energy up at karaoke or creating unforgettable moments with friends.
If you laugh at the skywacci

A powerful anthem by wacci that sings of the brilliance and hope of youth.
Released in July 2018 as a digital-only single, it became a hot topic on social media, especially among junior and senior high school students.
Regardless of whether efforts are rewarded, the message that the hard work itself leads to the future is expressed through a lyrical melody and a richly layered ensemble.
The protagonist, who keeps looking forward even on the verge of tears, is sure to resonate deeply with young people currently striving toward their goals.
This song is also perfect for singing with friends at karaoke.
If everyone raises their voices together, it will surely become a memorable page of your youth.
Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya

Tatsuya Kitani is a multi-talented singer-songwriter and University of Tokyo graduate.
Selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death, this song is the title track of his third EP released in July 2023.
Its lyrics, themed around farewells in youth, and the dramatic ensemble are deeply moving.
Though it features many challenging parts—such as falsetto leaps in pitch—mastering it is sure to draw attention.
With its exhilarating, fast-paced sound, it’s the perfect rock tune to hype up a karaoke session with friends.
I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER

Written as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers, this piece is a rock number packed with a fiery message! Through the simple act of “calling someone’s name,” the lyrics make us rediscover the certainty of our bonds and the preciousness of encounters, powerfully moving the hearts of listeners.
Released as a single in July 2021, it also marked an important milestone celebrating SUPER BEAVER’s 15th anniversary.
The sound—linked to the film’s worldview—evokes human connection and is a must-listen! Play it while spending time with dear friends or teammates, or in a quiet moment, and you’ll be reminded of how much they mean to you.
It’s the perfect track for feeling gratitude for the people you’ve met and for cherishing the ties you want to nurture from here on.


