[For Teens] Mood-Boosting! Crowd-Pleaser Hit Songs

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yama “Shikisai” Music Video (TV Anime “SPY×FAMILY” Cour 2 Ending Theme)

It’s a warm message song from yama that makes you cherish the small, everyday moments.

Colors you can’t bring out on your own come vividly to life when you meet someone else.

That message feels perfect for all of you who are about to step into the wider world of society and connect with many people.

Beloved as the ending theme for the second cour of the TV anime SPY×FAMILY, which began airing in October 2022, the song is also included on the album awake&build.

It takes courage to jump into a new environment, but listening to this track will make you look forward to the future with the people you’re about to meet.

Burning Friday NightLucky Kilimanjaro

Burning Friday Night

Lucky Kilimanjaro, whose theme is “making every day around the world dance,” is a hot topic even among high school students! Their electro dance sound is popular for stylishly coloring everyday life.

This track is beloved as one of their signature songs, packed with the excitement of a Friday night when the long-awaited weekend begins.

The sparkling synths and buoyant dance beats make your body move naturally just by listening! Although this piece was included on their mini-album FULLCOLOR, released in July 2015, it spread in recent years alongside dance videos on social media, so many people may have discovered it there.

Put it on when you want to hype things up with friends or kick off the weekend on a high note, and you’re guaranteed an amazing day!

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Orangestar – Surges (feat. Natsuse & Ruan) / CalorieMate web movie

This is a track by music producer Orangestar, who is also active as a Vocaloid-P, featuring Natsuse and Ruan on vocals.

The song was used in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Calorie Mate web commercial, and it conveys both the freshness of youth and the inner conflicts that come with it.

The rhythm of the sound and the word-packed vocals create an impressive sense of speed that seems to capture the fleeting time of adolescence.

The lyrics depict strong determination and hard work, as if portraying someone sprinting full force toward a major goal.

It’s a song that feels like a message of encouragement to cherish the time that passes and move forward with everything you’ve got.

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My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

If you’re in your teens now, you’ve surely grown up watching Crayon Shin-chan.

Some of you might even still be watching it, right? This song was used as the theme for the movie Crayon Shin-chan: Fast Asleep! The Great Assault on the Dreaming World, so some of you might remember it.

Its gentle rap, woven around the theme “We’ll be friends forever,” is the kind of song you’ll want to keep listening to.

If you’re struggling with friendship, I hope you give it a listen.

The music video featuring the comedy trio Dachou Club is also moving, so check it out if you have time!

I wonderDa-iCE

Da-iCE /「I wonder」Performance Video

Da-iCE’s smash hit! Released in April 2024, this song was created as the theme for the TBS drama “Kururi: Who Fell in Love with Me?” Its lyrics—centered on the theme of searching for your true self, expressed through the colors of emotion—are especially memorable.

With clear, powerful vocals and a rhythmic sound, it’s a quintessential track that lets you fully immerse yourself in the group’s unique world.

Whether you’re troubled by love or in the midst of self-discovery, it’s sure to give you a push forward! Be sure to check it out.

It’s perfect for lifting your spirits, like during your morning commute to school or before an important game.

Oni BanquetTomonari Sora

Sora Tomonari – “Demons’ Banquet” [Lyric Video]

The music of Sora Tomonari, a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter born in 2002, showcases a truly outstanding sense for blending traditional Japanese flavors with contemporary sounds.

This track, released in January 2024, is a stylish piece featuring a funky, addictive groove and a bewitching yet beautiful Japanese-style melody.

It carries a powerful message—like a whisper from a demon—urging you to break free from mundane everyday life and fully enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime journey.

The song drew significant attention, reaching No.

1 on the Billboard Japan charts in February 2024.

If you’re looking to shake off constraints and get energized, this track will surely resonate with you—definitely give it a listen.

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

The song written as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles features a catchy, rhythmic sound and an addictive track.

Its lyrics carry a strong message that embodies the protagonist’s determination to take on a world where magic is the norm using nothing but physical strength.

The track’s appeal lies in Creepy Nuts’ hip-hop style blended with elements of Jersey club for a fresh sonic approach.

As a tie-in with the anime airing since January 2024, it has garnered attention, and a cute dance has also trended on social media.

The piece offers a musicality anyone can enjoy, while also serving as a motivational anthem that gives a push to those working hard.

It’s a perfect song for junior high school students dedicated to their clubs and studies.