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! Youth songs that hype up the Reiwa era (21–30)
Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE
CANDY TUNE is an idol group from ASOBISYSTEM, currently the hottest idol agency.
They specialize in pop and cute tunes, with releases from 2023.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “Bai-Bai FIGHT!” It’s popular on TikTok, so I think many high schoolers are familiar with it.
While the track has a lot of spoken-style phrases that give it a rap-like element, it’s actually very easy to sing in terms of following the pitch.
The overall vibe is poppy, and the vocal range—mid1 G♯ to hi D—isn’t excessively wide, so as long as you can handle the talk-like delivery, you should be able to sing it without issues.
It’s fantastic for getting the crowd hyped, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
snowdropConton Candy
Set to a fast-paced, exhilarating rock sound, this Conton Candy track gives voice to the complex emotions unique to adolescence.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime Rascal Does Not Dream of a Santa Claus, it builds on the keyword “Adolescence Syndrome” to vividly portray the protagonists’ wavering hearts.
It’s a song of encouragement that pushes you forward—struggling through imperfect realities yet still trying to face ahead.
Perfect for immersing yourself in the anime’s world, and just right for the moments you need courage.
Also great for karaoke with friends! Youth songs that liven up the Reiwa era (31–40)
speedGRe4N BOYZ
A powerful message song that sings about the importance of keeping moving forward.
It’s a track by GRe4N BOYZ and serves as the TV commercial song for “Keirin,” commissioned by the JKA Foundation and the Japan Keirin Promotion Association.
From a quietly unfolding intro to a steadily rising climax, its progression is striking.
The lyrics carefully portray the feelings of searching for a yet-unseen version of oneself and the strong determination to move toward one’s goals, offering real encouragement.
Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai
A ballad by Dai Hirai that poignantly paints a spring landscape where loneliness and dignity intertwine.
The gentle arrangement of piano and strings carefully weaves the complex emotions unique to a season of partings and new encounters.
Released in February 2022 as a track on the album “LOVE＋PEACE,” the song portrays, with delicate melody, the subtleties of a protagonist’s heart as they walk home along a cherry-lined road swaying in the March breeze.
The scene where determination toward dreams and ideals melds with the sorrow of parting from cherished friends will resonate with students on the verge of graduation and with anyone embarking on a new chapter in life.
Team friendsChiba Yūki
Despite profoundly influencing the hip-hop scene—and, by extension, the broader Japanese music scene—throughout the 2010s under the name “KOHH,” he announced a hiatus in 2021, then made a triumphant return in February 2024 under his real name, Yuki Chiba, with the landmark track “Team Tomodachi.” The song generated huge buzz, becoming a meme across social media and asserting an overwhelming presence not just among hip-hop fans but music listeners at large as one of 2024’s defining tracks.
Even if you don’t know much about Chiba, you’ve probably heard the chorus that repeats the title at least once—it’s the kind of song that seems perfect for karaoke.
Since it’s a special occasion, we hope you’ll try rapping it with your friends from back home and have a blast together!
Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES
This is the second pop song from B.B.WAVES, set to an exhilarating soundscape that celebrates the importance of friendship and shared memories.
Released on April 9, 2025, the track blends warm, embracing EDM production with melodic, standout vocals.
Its hopeful vibe is sure to put you in a positive mood.
It’s a perfect song for graduation season, the start of a new chapter, or whenever you want to capture a youthful moment with your closest friends.
Critical HitRADWIMPS
This is a rock anthem packed with a grand message that resonates with young people, included by RADWIMPS in their December 2013 album “X to O to Tsumi to.” Riding on powerful guitar riffs and driving drum rhythms, it portrays the struggles and growth of a protagonist trying to find their own path in the midst of youth.
Its uncompromising alternative sound is brimming with energy, making it perfect for opening or closing ceremonies at school sports days.
The music video was filmed at Ageo Municipal Baseball Stadium in Saitama Prefecture and features a massive scale with 1,500 extras.
This work strongly supports students in the thick of their youth and those standing at life’s crossroads.
It’s the perfect song when you need the courage to take a new step forward.