An iconic song by a female artist that Gen Z can get hyped about with their peers
High-energy songs can lift your spirits just by listening to them.
There are countless tracks in the J-POP scene that hype up your mood and the atmosphere—thanks to their positive messages, bright melodies, and memorable dances.
So this time, we’ve put together a list of songs that Gen Z can enjoy together, limited to female artists.
Perfect for road trip BGM or karaoke picks—definitely useful when you’re hanging out with friends, so don’t miss it!
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Timeless hits sung by female artists that Gen Z can jam to with their peers (1–10)
Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo
The song chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Pokémon” is a pop tune co-produced by asmi and Chinozo.
It portrays small everyday discoveries and shifts in emotion, with themes of finding a new self and bravely facing the unknown.
Released in May 2023, the CD single also includes other hit tracks and new songs, making it a must-have for fans.
Asmi expresses the courage and energy she herself felt, reflecting her desire to create music that gives listeners the strength to live.
It’s a perfect track for get-togethers with friends—great as driving BGM or a karaoke pick.
First Love KillerNo Murasaki
Singer-songwriter Noshi, who has gained popularity with her unconventional melodies and lyrics that particularly resonate with women.
Known for her genre-defying musical style, she releases songs with a different vibe from her previous work every time.
The piece she created in May 2024 could be described as a pop portrayal of the sweetness and bitterness of first love.
It’s a bittersweet story about being betrayed by someone you were infatuated with, ignoring warnings from friends and parents.
Still, we can’t help but empathize with the protagonist’s strength as she doesn’t give up and sets out to find her next love.
Even before its release, the song drew buzz on TikTok, with around 100,000 related videos posted.
It’s a cute yet slightly bitter cheer song, one that we especially want those troubled by love to hear.
chantAdo
Characterized by an energetic beat and striking melody line, the song captures listeners’ hearts with Ado’s powerful vocals.
Produced as a collaboration track for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event, “Halloween Horror Nights,” it was released digitally in September 2023.
The track achieved significant commercial success, including reaching No.
1 on the Billboard Japan Streaming Songs chart.
It’s a great pick for a drive with friends or for karaoke.
Combined with Ado’s expressive singing, the song leaves a strong and lasting impression on listeners.
Classic songs sung by female artists that Gen Z can get excited about with their peers (11–20)
idolYOASOBI
The theme song for a popular anime by YOASOBI, who excels in both vocal performance and songwriting, skillfully portrays the glamour and struggles of being an idol.
Selected as the anime’s opening theme, the track became a runaway hit immediately after its digital release in April 2023, achieving the remarkable milestone of surpassing 100 million total streams.
With its fast-paced melody and the striking contrast of a cute vocal tone, this song is a pop tune guaranteed to light up any karaoke session.
If you practice and master it, it’s perfect for making great memories with friends.
BASH BASH feat. JP THE WAVY & AwichLANA
LANA, a female rapper who enjoys overwhelming support from young people for her husky voice and realistic lyrics, commands a striking presence in Japan’s hip-hop scene.
In this track, she features two fellow scene leaders, JP THE WAVY and Awich.
The song portrays a powerful image of a woman who tackles both work and play with energy and forges her own path through her own strength.
It opens the EP “19,” released in July 2023, and the heavy, highly addictive beat produced by ZOT on the WAVE and Homunculu$ makes it especially compelling.
It’s a track that boosts your self-esteem just by listening, making it perfect for moments when you want to lift your mood.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
This is LiSA’s 15th single, chosen as the theme song for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Its intense rock sound and melodious sections blend brilliantly, creating a structure that grips listeners.
The chorus features a catchy phrase that sticks in your head, making you want to hum it over and over.
Released in July 2019, it achieved the remarkable feat of topping the Oricon charts as both the “last No.
1 of the Heisei era” and the “first No.
1 of the Reiwa era.” Transcending the boundaries of anime music, it gained widespread popularity and was performed at the 2019 NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, becoming a song loved by people of all ages.
It’s an energetic track that’s sure to hype up gatherings of Gen Z as well.
EdisonWednesday Campanella
With its upbeat rhythm and catchy melody, the song made a big splash on social media.
Featuring humorous lyrics inspired by the inventor Edison, it explores themes of self-expression and creativity in modern society.
Released in February 2022, it skyrocketed in popularity, especially on TikTok.
The music video’s distinctive choreography also drew attention, inspiring many fan-made imitation videos and making a strong visual impact.
It’s perfect for a morning pick-me-up or as driving background music—a track Gen Z can have a blast enjoying with friends.