[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.

Playlist

[For adults too] Youth songs that let you look back on your memories
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A masterpiece that portrays the full power and passion of youth
2	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A passionate song that overcomes hardships and cheers on youth
3	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		MONGOL800 covers “Koi no Uta”
4	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		The nostalgia of youth and the allure of music
5	Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa		A theme song for a youth anime, a track filled with passion and memories
6	primary colorsYOASOBI		A heart-touching song that colors the memories of youth
7	Blue BenchSasuke		A bittersweet youth heartbreak song, 'Blue Bench'
8	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN and Memories of Youth
9	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		A fireworks song that sings of a bittersweet summer love
10	OrangeGReeeeN		On the way home at sunset, memories of my first love
11	FriendKetsumeishi		An inspiring masterpiece that portrays friendship and growth. A depiction of the bonds of youth.
12	Youth and youth and youthaimyon		A song that portrays the tender love and fiery emotions of youth.
13	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		The youthful glow that Youthful Amigo brings back to mind
14	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		An inspiring anthem that celebrates friendship and youth
15	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Summer youth, the sparkle of fleeting memories
16	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		Recollections of youth, the magic of music that resonates in the heart
17	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A moving song depicting the close friendship between Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda
18	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		The classic youth anthem “A Little Love Song”
19	Blue SpringRADWIMPS		A hidden gem by RADWIMPS that sings of youth
20	The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A high-energy masterpiece by CHiCO and HoneyWorks
21	MiracleGReeeeN		A youthful love song, moving and nostalgic
22	KizunaORANGE RANGE		A moving ballad portraying memories of youth and the bonds we share
23	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		An iconic youth punk band anthem, a song that resonates with the heart
24	BABYBABYGOING STEADY		A youth-themed song by Kazunobu Mineta’s band GOING STEADY
25	Rhapsody of YouthSambomasutā		Sambomaster’s passionate youth song
26	If I sing to the sky175R		A youthful cheer song filled with feelings for a friend
27	summer festivalWhiteberry		Youthful memories and bittersweetness of the summer festival
28	KanadeSukima Suichi		A song that depicts the emotional bond of a long-distance relationship
29	If you laugh at the skywacci		A song of youth and effort with my clubmates
30	AM11:00HY		HY's famous song, with captivating melody and lyrics
31	youthSukima Suichi		A classic Skima Switch song that captures the feeling of youth
32	hurrayYabai T-shatsu Yasan		An anthem that supports and stands by the struggles of youth
33	youth↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓		The punk band’s classic song “Youth,” with a sense of speed.
34	Flower SongGReeeeN		A powerful song by GReeeeN that sings of youthful hopes
35	FUNNY BUNNYthe pillows		The power to fulfill your youthful dreams yourself
36	Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei		Anime theme song, a bittersweet coming-of-age story
37	futureMr.Children		A moving masterpiece that depicts the struggles of youth
38	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		A graduation song that depicts youthful memories, moving
39	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		A heartwarming, moving ballad as a movie theme song
40	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A Letter to My 15-Year-Old Self: Messages of Growth and Hope
41	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		The punk rock classic 'Linda Linda' is deeply moving.
42	Blink of YouthShiina Ringo		Singing of the poignancy of youth and a tender love for time
43	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		An anthem of encouragement for friends, painting scenes of youth
44	Summer Colorsyuzu		Yuzu's 'Natsuiro,' a classic that paints youth in vibrant colors
45	My dear best friendShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s classic that portrays friendship and hope
46	It doesn’t meltmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu's Youth Song
47	Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of youthful love
48	The world calls it love.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster’s classic anthem passionately sings of youth and love.
49	Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan		A heartwarming song that supports youths in their adolescence
50	This is fine.KALMA		Sing about teenage feelings and a positive way of living.
51	Then, the light of youthGOING UNDER GROUND		An exhilarating rock tune that captures youth
52	Heartbeat of the Starskohanaramu		Expressing the bittersweetness of youth and budding love through a clear, translucent melody.
53	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi (Matsutoya Yumi)		Yumi Matsutoya’s graduation song, memories of youth
54	AccordinglyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A rock song that depicts the struggles of youth
55	Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that portrays the end of summer and the transition into adulthood through delicate depictions of everyday life.
56	one’s true feelingssumika		A youth song about the bonds with clubmates
57	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		Youth only comes once; it’s an irreplaceable time…
58	GarnetOku Hanako		Garnet, the classic heartbreak song by Oku Hanako
59	BelieveFolder5		Songs of youth remind us of dreams and hope.
60	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		Ai Kawashima’s graduation song, singing about memories of youth.
61	The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell		A bittersweet love I couldn’t confess under the summer night sky
62	Adolescent Complexkessoku bando		Even introverts can enjoy youth through rock!
63	Fucking Liberation ZoneSTANCE PUNKS		Let's reclaim our unwavering spirit through music.
64	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A Mrs. GREEN APPLE song that feels like summer breeze
65	From Me to Youflumpool		A classic song that sings of pure youthful love
66	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		The classic youth anthem “secret base” is a big hit.
67	For me to be myselfOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki's youth songs are moving masterpieces that resonate with the heart.
68	17TOMOO		Singing about the memories of being seventeen and the loneliness of adulthood
69	Untitled TodayHirai Dai		A heartwarming song that sings about the everyday treasures of Dai Hirai
70	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		“Fate,” a song that sings of youthful emotions and resonates with the heart
71	Goodbye Busyuzu		Yuzu’s classic song that portrays the poignancy of parting.
72	A Beautiful Burning ForestToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora		A sentimental song by Tamio Okuda and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
73	Ghost in the FlowersYorushika		A song of bittersweet summer memories and a lost love
74	The sun also risesTakahashi Yuu		Courage to face forward and move ahead without fearing failure
75	Love and romanceNovelbright		Expressing youthful emotions with a powerful voice
76	Mock youthMEGA SHINNOSUKE		At summer’s end, the fleeting melody of youth
77	Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER		A song that sings about youthful memories and the importance of people
78	My NoteSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch’s youth anthem: treasure your true self
79	in a blue suitFujiyama Ichirō		A timeless song that resonates with the heart, reflecting the youthful feelings of first love
80	Racing through my horny springtimeichou BOYZ		A love-punk youth song by Ging Nang BOYZ
81	Azure Swimnishina		A song of courage to challenge a new world
82	Until the World Ends…WANDS		The moving ending of the anime 'SLAM DUNK'
83	My First KissHi-STANDARD		A moving song that sings about memories of a first kiss
84	Touch That GirlTHE BLUE HEARTS		Sparkling, bittersweet feelings of youthful love
85	Scooping up blueatarayo		A youthful friendship song sung by Atarayo
86	Swaying FeelingsZARD		“Don’t Give Up” is a classic of youth, resonating in the heart
87	SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		An inspiring classic that awakens the memories of youth
88	Full of memoriesH₂O		A nostalgic classic that depicts memories of youth
89	I got a girlfriend.SHISHAMO		A classic song that portrays the feelings of first love in a true-to-life way.
90	Blue PhotographMatsuda Seiko		A famous ballad used as a TV drama theme song
91	Drowning in summerBocchi		Do you have any wonderful summer memories? Once in a while…
92	AgainWANIMA		The youth anthem “Again” gives you a push forward.
93	CHE.R.RYYUI		YUI's youthful love song 'CHE.R.RY'
94	bookmarksaidāgāru		An emotional song by Cider Girl that depicts memories of youth
95	I’m smitten with you.Yellow Magic Orchestra		A refreshing youth song that depicts a summer romance
96	Lanamei-chan		A rock song of youth that pushes you toward your dreams
97	Youth SicknessFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s youth anthem: portraying ashen-hued conflict and growth
98	blue skyMarushii		A rock ballad that portrays confusion and hope
99	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		A nostalgic youth song on a summer evening
100	Goodbyekariyushi 58		A classic by Kariyushi58 that evokes youth
101	Blown by the windElefanto Kashimashi		A classic song depicting a youthful farewell and a new journey
102	Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A heartwarming classic that conveys gratitude
103	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		A classic song that portrays the feelings of someone who has left their hometown.
104	White Winterfuki no tō		The shifting of autumn to winter and the sorrow of heartbreak
105	The Days of Rainbows and Sneakerschūrippu		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of youth and the gentle kindness of heartbreak
106	Shadows of Youthchūrippu		A masterpiece whose gentle singing voice and tale of love seep into the heart
107	Strawberry Statement, Once Morebanban		A smash hit that depicts youthful memories and the changing times
108	That wonderful love once moreKatō Kazuhiko, Kitayama Osamu		An earnest longing for lost love and youth
109	Cape TourYamamoto Kōtarō to Uīkuendo		A famous song that depicts the poignant romance of a journey, by Kotaro Yamamoto.
110	A Midsummer IncidentHirayama Miki		A bittersweet journey of love, a classic summer song
111	Our FailureMorita Doji		Morita Doji’s masterpiece, a sound that resonates in the heart
112	contrailArai Yumi		Expressing Yumi Arai’s youthful impressions with a clear, translucent singing voice
113	CorrectRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS Graduation Support Song
114	single bedSha ran Q		A ballad about lingering feelings for an ex-lover
115	Unable to become an adultkujira		A theme song that warmly portrays anxious young people
116	Young PeopleSanīdēi Sābisu		A representative work that gently portrays the delicate emotions of youth
117	cherrysupittsu		A classic song that looks back on youth and faces forward
118	The memories are too beautifulYagami Junko		Junko Yagami’s poignant love ballad
119	GraduationOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s message of youth, expressing a longing for freedom
120	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A Ryokuoushoku Shakai song portraying the brilliance and conflicts of youth
121	12th graderFunaki Kazuo		A classic song about a youthful parting, and one of Kazuo Funaki’s signature hits.
122	Happy life175R		The classic of youth punk, a song of courage to listen to on tired days
123	That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19		The classic song by 19, “Ano Kami Hikōki,” is nostalgic.
124	Bubble feat.UtaEVE		Theme song of a parkour film, singing of youthful passion
125	It’s nothing.RADWIMPS		A poignant coming-of-age love story that transcends time
126	Blue Springback number		A song depicting the struggles and hopes of youth
127	Until graduationBoku ga mitakatta aozora		A song about the bittersweet love of youth, portraying graduation.
128	Sometimes, old storiesKatō Tokiko		Kato Tokiko’s classic that brings back youthful memories
129	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		Yuzu’s iconic song that portrays friendship and bonds after the earthquake disaster
130	Seventeen-Year-Old’s MapOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s youthful message, a timeless masterpiece
131	Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya		Jujutsu Kaisen opening theme, a masterpiece that portrays youthful memories
132	Beloved daysyangusukinii		A moving masterpiece that sings of the depth of friendship
133	Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei		An inspirational youth song sung by Suisei Hoshimachi
134	tear(s)Ketsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s moving coming‑of‑age rap song