Hype Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s [Classic and Popular Japanese Hits]
Music we listened to in our youth never seems to lose its charm, no matter how many years go by.
In this article, we’ll introduce energetic Japanese songs perfect for people in their 20s, whether you’re working as an office employee or enjoying university life.
From tracks featured as theme songs in TV dramas and anime to karaoke favorites, you’re sure to find songs that spark nostalgia for anyone in their 20s.
They’re great for reminiscing about your youth or singing together with friends—be sure to check them out!
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Energizing Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s [Classic and Popular Japanese Hits] (61–70)
STAY TUNESuchmos
It’s the lead track from Suchmos’s second mini-album “LOVE&VICE,” released on January 27, 2016.
It’s a stylish, fast-tempo dance tune.
The lyrics depict a sense of disgust toward city drunks.
Since September 2016, the song has been used as the commercial song for Honda’s VEZEL.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a rock band that creates a unique sound by blending translucent vocals with tight performances.
The song they released in 2015 drew attention as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.
It’s a memorable track with a catchy melody and positive lyrics.
It debuted at No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved double platinum certification, marking notable commercial success.
If you’re in your 20s, it’s especially recommended—listen to it while reminiscing about your school days.
It’s a perfect song for get-togethers with friends or for refreshing alone time.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
WANIMA delivers energetic, heart-stirring messages, and this track is one of their most uplifting.
Included on the 2016 single “JUICE UP!!,” it’s also known as a song supporting recovery from the Kumamoto earthquakes.
Its powerful band sound and positive lyrics gently give listeners a push forward.
In December 2017, they made their first appearance on NHK’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen, moving many people.
It’s the perfect song when you need courage to dive into a new environment or want to get fired up with friends.
Sing it together, and your hearts are sure to become one.
When the wind blows, loveChatmonchy
They’re a girls’ band from Tokushima with a powerful sound that’s incredibly captivating.
This song is their eighth single, released in 2008, and it was also featured in a Shiseido commercial.
It’s one of their signature tracks, known for lyrics that portray a bittersweet longing for love.
The song delicately expresses the beginning of romance, the anxieties, and the sense of anticipation, resonating deeply with listeners.
It’s a fresh, fast-paced number that will have people in their twenties humming along before they know it!
Hell TaxiKayoko Yoshizawa
A track where dark, fantasy-tinged lyrics spun from delusions unfold in an up-tempo flurry of jazzy sounds and phrases.
It’s a song included on Kayoko Yoshizawa’s third album, “Yaneura Jū” (Attic Beast), released on March 15, 2017.
Knock OutOkazaki Taiiku
The song that Okazaki Taiiku released in May 2023 was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES.” It’s characterized by a metal sound and an exhilarating, fast-paced beat.
The package was released as a limited-time CD+DVD edition, with the DVD including the music video for the song and the anime’s opening footage.
The lyrics depict the protagonist facing difficulties and growing stronger, brimming with energy that moves listeners.
It’s the perfect track for getting hyped with friends or boosting your own mood solo.
Love so sweetstorm
This work was released in February 2007 by Arashi, an idol group boasting nationwide popularity.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Boys Over Flowers 2 (Returns).” Its pop, catchy melody and fresh, emotional sound really resonate.
The lyrics, which depict straightforward feelings for a loved one, are also memorable.
It’s sure to become a song etched in your heart along with memories of your youth.
Perfect for a couple’s drive or karaoke.
A recommended track for people in their twenties that you’ll want to listen to at the end of summer.