Hype Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s [Classic and Popular Japanese Hits]
Music we listened to in our youth never seems to lose its charm, no matter how many years go by.
In this article, we’ll introduce energetic Japanese songs perfect for people in their 20s, whether you’re working as an office employee or enjoying university life.
From tracks featured as theme songs in TV dramas and anime to karaoke favorites, you’re sure to find songs that spark nostalgia for anyone in their 20s.
They’re great for reminiscing about your youth or singing together with friends—be sure to check them out!
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Hype Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s [Classic and Popular J-Pop] (41–50)
SUNHoshino Gen
It became the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne.” Released on May 27, 2015, it’s a song so strongly associated with Gen Hoshino that it’s practically his signature track.
With its catchy, upbeat pop sound, it’s a perfect hype song recommended for people in their 20s!
Rhyme Wave Phrase DisciplesCHEHON
Osaka reggae anthem “Inbakuto.” I think it’s rare for people who were in their 20s to have enjoyed it in real time when it was released, but there are probably many who discovered it through CHEHON’s participation in MC battles.
Although the track is structured with few break points, its vocal range is narrow, so as long as you memorize the lyrics and flow, you should be able to sing it without any issues.
It’s a sure-fire hit for guys’ karaoke, so definitely add it to your repertoire.
Team friendsChiba Yūki
The release Team Tomodachi sent shockwaves through the hip-hop scene.
It’s an essential work when discussing Japan’s J-trap movement—hugely popular in Japan and it sparked major hype overseas as well.
People in their 20s are the generation that lived through the peak of the MC battle boom.
A lot of them probably became heads from there and were quick to check out this project.
As a trap track, it’s put together with an especially singable flow, so be sure to rap it with your my men!
DAY×DAYBLUE ENCOUNT
BLUE ENCOUNT’s second single, released on May 20, 2015.
It was also used as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime Gintama, making it a very well-known song.
Pick this one when you’re in the mood for refreshing rock!
StarmineDa-iCE
It’s a song themed around fireworks that symbolically portrays various stages of life.
It highlights the importance of challenge and repetition, self-trust, and life’s uncertainties.
The lyrics depict dazzling, vividly colored fireworks painting the night sky and capture the moment when viewers are filled with emotion.
Released in August 2022 as Da-iCE’s 22nd single, the track achieved major success, winning an Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards and racking up 500 million views on TikTok.
It’s the perfect song for people in their twenties to listen to while reflecting on their youth.
TOKYO GIRLPerfume
This song, which is the theme for Tokyo Tarareba Girls, was released in 2017.
The member from Hiroshima shows off her thick Hiroshima dialect during the MC segments.
Perfume’s technopop songs are produced by Yasutaka Nakata and are popular overseas as well.
SHIKIBU feat. Awa no Odorikorekishi
This is Rekishi’s first single, released on November 25, 2015.
It was used as the theme song for the NTT Docomo “d Hits powered by RecoChoku” commercial.
Chatmonchy, also known as the Awa Dancing Girls, took part as chorus singers.
A witty, humorous track themed around Murasaki Shikibu, a writer from the Heian period.