[Classic & Latest] Famous and Popular Songs That Sing of Youth
Love, club activities, relationships with friends, thoughts about becoming an adult, school life, hopes for the future, anxieties… Youth is a universal theme in music and literature.
Whether you’re in the midst of it now or it’s a distant memory, you probably have a favorite song tied to your youth.
In this article, we’ve compiled a list of songs themed around youth.
See if your own song of youth is on the list!
We’ve gathered tracks from all eras, so it’s also great for anyone looking to discover new music!
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[Classics & Latest] Famous and Popular Songs about “Youth” (71–80)
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
It’s a song brimming with the feeling of spring.
Included on the album “Zankyō Reference,” it features ONE OK ROCK’s powerful sound and lyrics that resonate deeply.
The title is made from the initials of vocalist Taka’s friends, and the song sings of friendship, youth, and hope for the future.
It’s loved not only as a graduation song, but also as an encouraging anthem that gently pushes those taking a leap into a new environment.
It’s a track we especially recommend to anyone starting a new chapter in the spring season.
A voice that calls summerSizuk/Shunryu
This is a refreshing, fast-paced summer song from Sizuk, a music project by Shunryu, a creator active in anime and idol songs.
The track’s central theme is a “youth song where you can hear summer,” and both the sound and the lyrics convey the exhilarating feeling of youth associated with the season.
A major highlight is the vocals by kotoha, who is also active as a member of Haconiwa Lilliy; her resonant voice, which carries a positive image, enhances the youthful atmosphere.
With its driving sound and lyrics that paint scenes of youth, the song vividly conveys the sense of fully enjoying summertime.
0.1smol-74
If you’re looking for a fresh, crisp rock track that feels perfect for summer, this song is for you.
“0.1s” by mol-74 stands out with its cool, airy guitar sound and understated, low-heat vocals.
The lyrics say, “This moment we’re spending so casually will, when we look back a few years from now, be a precious memory—our youth.” For adults, it may deeply resonate and prompt you to recall your own youthful days, while for younger listeners, it might inspire you to cherish the present.
blue budsoraru
Gaining popularity from his cover singing videos and now even running a virtual YouTuber agency, Soraru is a multi-talented singer.
If you’re a teenager who likes Vocaloid and utaite singers, you probably already know him.
His new song is Aoi Tsubomi.
It’s a rock-tinged track with a delicate musicality that feels like a snapshot of youth.
Students will find many relatable lyrics, so be sure to check it out.
Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu
With its refreshing guitar sound and driving melody, this gem of a rock number captures the fleeting nature of youth and its brief moments of brilliance.
Macaroni Enpitsu gently gives voice to the feelings of young people.
It carries a warm message: even the days that seem boring will one day become precious memories, making it a track packed with the band’s charm.
Released as a digital single in March 2019, it was also included on the album “season,” released in September of the same year.
The song drew attention as the theme for McDonald’s Value Set commercial, and the music video featuring actress Nana Mori was also well received.
It’s a recommended song not only for those in the midst of their youth, but also for anyone starting a new chapter in life.
hurrayYabai T-shatsu Yasan
Youth can be fun, but it’s also a time when worries tend to pile up—about studying, sports, and romance.
That’s why I want you to listen to “hurray.” It’s a song written by Yabai T-Shirts Yasan as an insert track for a morning drama.
Repeating the phrase “hurray” from the title, it’s crafted to cheer on anyone giving their best.
At the same time, it stands out for its detailed portrayal of students’ inner feelings.
I’m sure you’ll relate to it too.
The wave that slashes through youthatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
Under the concept of “breaking out with individuality and freedom from a trivial, intolerant society where only model citizens are valued,” the dance-and-vocal performance unit ATARASHII GAKKO! made their world debut in 2020.
Their track “Seishun o Kirisaku Hadō,” included on the EP Itchikikoku, leaves a lasting impression with its catchy melody over a cool rock ensemble.
The dizzyingly shifting arrangement truly captures the momentum of youth.
It’s an impactful uptempo tune you’ll want to hear with special attention to the lyrics, which land with impeccably crafted rhymes.
