[For adults too] Youth songs that let you look back on your memories
What was your youth like?
Did you ever throw yourself into something, agonize over love, or spend tons of time with friends? I imagine each of you has spent that special time in your own unique way.
And among those reading this, some of you might even be right in the middle of your youth now!
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that sing about all kinds of “youth,” the kind that will set your heart ablaze.
It’s a playlist that feels like the very heart of young people—hot, sweet-and-sour, a little bitter, and swirling with all sorts of emotions.
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[For Adults Too] Youth Songs That Let You Relive Your Memories (21–30)
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This is a signature song by HY, a band that continues to be loved to this day.
The cool rap parts, straightforward lyrics, and superb melody have created countless addicts.
It’s a classic that’s still sung at karaoke even now.
The refreshing feel, the message, and the solid harmonies once again remind you how amazing HY is.
Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa
A signature work by the legendary youth punk band, Road of Major.
It’s a song so straightforward it’s almost embarrassing—sweet lyrics and earnest feelings delivered with driving melodies—yet it’s undeniably beautiful.
It remains so popular that it still shows up in karaoke rankings.
Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi
This is a collaboration track by Kenshi Yonezu, who has become one of Japan’s most beloved artists, and Masaki Suda, a hugely popular actor who also has a singing career.
The song features lyrics themed around best friends, with Yonezu and Suda each singing from the perspective of close friends.
With no vested interests involved, a friendship like this can only really exist in youth, which somehow makes your chest ache with a bittersweet feeling.
KizunaORANGE RANGE
It’s a heartwarming ballad filled with memories of youth.
Against the backdrop of Okinawa’s beautiful scenery, it portrays feelings for a cherished person far away.
It sings of the strength of friendship and bonds, affirming that the days spent together are treasures and that hearts remain connected despite the distance.
The song was chosen as the theme for the TBS drama “Ima, Ai ni Yukimasu” and was released in August 2005.
It debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and received Platinum certification, earning high acclaim.
It’s a track I especially recommend to those who have experienced parting from a friend or who want to reaffirm their bond with someone important.
ORANGE RANGE’s warm vocals are sure to resonate in your heart.
futureMr.Children
This song, which everyone can relate to for its depiction of the struggles of youth, is included on the 2005 album Four Dimensions.
It was also used in a Pocari Sweat commercial, so many of you may have heard it.
There was a time when we believed an endless future awaited us, only to find ourselves realizing that what lies ahead seems limited, and wondering, “Is this really okay?” Haven’t you felt that way, too? While wrestling with those conflicts, the song portrays the daily struggle to push forward.
It’s truly a track you should listen to during your youth.
BABYBABYGOING STEADY
GOING STEADY was a rock band formed around Kazunobu Mineta, who is now the lead vocalist of GING NANG BOYZ.
Some people may think of “BABY BABY” as a GING NANG BOYZ song, but it was originally released as a GOING STEADY track.
The real charm of this song lies in its sweet-and-sour lyrics—perfectly capturing the essence of youth, evoking fresh, sweaty energy and a unique sense of nostalgia.
Be sure to pay attention to the words.
If I sing to the sky175R
Released in 2003, this is one of the signature songs by the rock band 175R, which was hugely popular among young people at the time.
Written by vocalist SHOGO with his hometown friends in mind, the track really captures the spirit of youth.
The lyrics reflect on talking about dreams with friends when we were young and spending so much time together, conveying how those memories still drive who we are today.
Chances are, you too once shared your dreams with your friends, right? If you’ve had experiences like that, this is a song you’ll definitely relate to.