[Guaranteed to resonate!] Youth songs that strike a chord with teens. Recommended coming-of-age tracks.
When we talk about our youth, many people probably think of their teenage years.
During your teens, you experience all kinds of things that become lifelong treasures—romance, bonds with friends, and club activities where you push each other to grow alongside your teammates.
In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive selection of youth songs we want teenagers to hear!
We’ve picked tracks that express a wide range of emotions, so you’re sure to find songs that resonate with you and move your heart.
Let’s dive right in!
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[Guaranteed to Resonate!] Youth songs that pierce the hearts of teens. Recommended youth tracks (1–10)
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A three-piece rock band, back number, whose poignant messages and vocals vividly evoke scenes and have earned strong support and empathy from younger generations, released this as their fourth digital single.
Written as a message to high school students affected by the spread of COVID-19, its lyrics, standing alongside the precious time taken away so unfairly, truly move the heart.
For those in their teens especially, the feelings for what they built up through their youth will pierce the heart as if it were their own story.
Its fragile yet gentle melody heals battered hearts—an exquisite masterpiece.
MiracleGReeeeN
This is the seventh single by GReeeeN, a four-member vocal group of active dentists who perform without showing their faces.
It became GReeeeN’s biggest hit and was also used as the theme song for the TV drama ROOKIES.
With a gentle piano intro, a catchy melody, standout vocal harmonies in the chorus, and rap sections that develop the song’s flow, it’s a number packed with GReeeeN’s appeal.
The lyrics, which straightforwardly express the youthful feeling of simply liking someone, resonated deeply and garnered widespread empathy.
Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER
From the very first notes, SUPER BEAVER’s “Aoi Haru” radiates the freshness and passionate energy of youth.
It was featured as the theme song for Taisho Pharmaceutical’s Lipovitan D commercial.
The song portrays heartfelt feelings and gratitude toward those who supported us in various ways during our youth.
For teenagers, there are many people around them—parents, friends, teachers at school, and more.
Even if you can’t fully understand their feelings right now, there will come a moment when something suddenly clicks.
When that time comes, or when you notice their kindness, make sure to properly express your gratitude.
Guaranteed to resonate! Youth songs that strike a chord with teens. Recommended youth tracks (11–20)
Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai
A refreshing melody that seems to reflect the brilliance of summer makes this song especially memorable.
The clear, transparent sound crafted by Ryokuoushoku Shakai resonates as comfortably as a summer blue sky.
Haruko Nagaya’s vocals beautifully capture the ache of fleeting love and moments of sparkle.
Released digitally in August 2023 and on CD in September, the track was written as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Midsummer Cinderella,” and, boosted by the show’s synergy, it captured the hearts of many.
It’s the perfect song for looking back on summer memories or deepening your feelings for someone special.
A glittering, magical tune that colors a page of youth.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A rapid-fire melody that feels great, this is a funky rock number.
It’s a song by the rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, released in 2015 as their 10th single.
As the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront, it sparked buzz together with the ending visuals of the characters dancing.
Its groovy vibe makes it fun to listen to.
It’s a wonderful song that blows away vague feelings like anxiety about the future or not knowing what to do.
Eternal BlueHitsuji Bungaku
There are times when you feel excited and anxious about what kind of adult you’ll become, right? That state of mind is portrayed in “Eien no Blue.” It’s a song written by the rock band Hitsujibungaku for a Docomo commercial.
The fragile yet beautiful vocals of Moeka Shiotsuka delicately express the emotions depicted.
Taken as a whole, the song carries a message that gives you a gentle push toward tomorrow, so it’s perfect for when you want to lift your spirits.
Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster
If you listen to it on graduation day, you might end up crying while laughing.
It’s a song by the popular girls’ vocal group Little Glee Monster, who have delivered numerous hit tunes, released in 2015 as their second single.
It features a very poppy sound that makes you want to clap along to the beat.
It has a charm that makes you want to keep listening.
It seems perfect for karaoke, doesn’t it? The lyrics offer a heartwarming message to friends: even if we’re apart, our hearts will always be together.