Popular Songs Frequently Heard on YouTube Shorts [Carefully Selected Edition]

UCHIDA 1GINTA & ODAKEi

GINTA & ODAKEi – UCHIDA 1 / Prod. Ricky Luna (Official Music Video)

A dance tune for July 2024 by GINTA and ODAKEi, whose expansive, beautiful vocals seep into your soul.

Known as an energetic, bouncy party tune, it carries a positive message themed around self-expression and self-affirmation that heightens the sense of inspiration.

Listening to this track makes a vividly colorful future come to mind.

The shoulder-swaying video trend has taken off both in Japan and abroad.

With uptempo elements of electropop and trap, the song is perfect for energizing short videos.

MakebaJAIN

Jain – Makeba (Official Video)

Jain is a female singer-songwriter from France who has gained popularity for her sophisticated musical sensibilities.

Her 2015 release “Makeba” experienced a revival hit through TikTok.

Of course, it’s also very popular on YouTube Shorts, and its distinctive melody—minimalist yet unsettling—has been used in videos across many genres.

It seems to be especially common in surreal videos.

Be sure to check it out.

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Kara no KokoroAnly

Anly – Karano Kokoro official video (2017 Release)

The famous song “Karano Kokoro” by Anly, a singer-songwriter from Okinawa, drew attention in 2017 as a theme song for the popular anime Naruto Shippuden.

The track is once again attracting the gaze of young people through TikTok and YouTube Shorts.

Its refreshingly uplifting chorus is particularly memorable and is often used in videos that inspire a positive mindset or showcase impressive skills on YouTube Shorts.

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meow meow meowKoresawa

Koresawa “Nyan Nyan Nyan” [Lyric Video]

A number with a gentle, adorable vibe that leaves a lasting impression.

Released by Koresawa in February 2023, this song is filled with love for cats.

Set to a light, upbeat rhythm, it tenderly portrays everyday life with a feline companion.

You can feel expressions of love that go beyond words and a heart that cherishes life’s little joys.

It’s perfect not only for cat lovers, but also for moments when you want to feel a bond with someone special.

The choreography that matches the lyrics is sure to make your heart skip a beat.

It’s fun to dance to, and the cute lyrics add a relaxing mood to your videos.

That’s enough now.kocchi no kento

Enough already / MV by Kocchi no Kento

Characterized by its funky sound, this track centers on the importance of opening your heart and expressing yourself.

It emphasizes the significance of “the moment you put the spotlight on yourself,” encouraging listeners to value those times when they make themselves the protagonist, while openly accepting both others’ and their own evaluations.

Released digitally on October 14, 2024, it’s also set to collaborate with the official Nippon TV short drama “Every Day, We Shyly Smile.” It’s a perfect song for those who want to cherish their individuality or who tend to worry too much about others’ opinions.

Packed with Kocchin no Kento’s unique musical style and message, the song has gained popularity on YouTube Shorts along with its choreography video.

World’s Smallest ViolinARJ

AJR – World’s Smallest Violin (Official Video)

A song from AJR’s album OK ORCHESTRA has exploded in popularity on YouTube Shorts.

With its upbeat rhythm and profound message, it explores themes of family comparison and struggles with self-identity.

Released in March 2021, it gained traction on social media like TikTok in 2022, becoming a viral hit and ranking high on charts around the world.

Its sound resonates with people who grapple with self-loathing and feelings of powerlessness, expressing a longing for empathy.

It’s a highly recommended track for those feeling lonely or struggling to find their self-worth.

PrologueUru

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This is the work by Uru I want to listen to on an autumn night when I long for human warmth.

Even knowing it’s forbidden, the ever-growing feelings for the other person and that helpless cry of the heart really hit home.

The contrast between her clear, crystalline vocals and the electric guitar that stirs up anxiety and urgency vividly paints the beginning of a forbidden love.

Released as a single in December 2018, the song is also known as the theme for the drama “Chugakusei Nikki” starring Kasumi Arimura.

Overlapping with the drama’s heartrending worldview, it resonated deeply with many.

Later included on the album “Orion Blue,” this beautiful ballad is perfect for when you want to sink into a sentimental mood.