Hype Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s [Classic and Popular Japanese Hits]

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CreepHyp – “Ito” MUSIC VIDEO (Theme song for the film “Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High”)

CreepHyp, which has been active with its current members since 2009, wrote the song “Ito” as the theme for the film “Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High.” Known for their distinctive worldview, the band is uniquely individual while having long captivated a large and passionate fanbase.

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Aimyon – If It's a Full Moon Night [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

This is the major 4th single from Aimyon, a rising singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture.

Her uniquely distinctive lyrics—songs only she could create—are especially popular.

She’s an artist who enjoys overwhelming support from the younger generation.

This song portrays two lovers on a night of the full moon.

That’s The Way We UniteBACK DROP BOMB

BACK DROP BOMB「THAT’S THE WAY WE UNITE」

An imaginative track where reggae rhythms intertwine with an intense sound that fuses hip-hop and hardcore.

Over powerful guitar riffs and explosive drum beats, rap and melodic vocals intersect, gripping the listener.

With strong themes of unity and moving forward, it overflows with positive energy.

Included on the album “Micromaximum,” this piece was originally released in 1999.

In March 2025, it was also produced as a 7-inch analog single to commemorate the band’s 30th anniversary, earning high acclaim as one of BACK DROP BOMB’s signature songs.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to free their heart through the power of music or is seeking encounters with new sounds that transcend genre boundaries.

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FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Thank You”

This is a song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS that expresses gratitude as straightforwardly as possible.

Its warm melody, which gently envelops the listener’s heart, is also memorable, and it continues to be loved as a track that prompts us to reflect on our feelings for those who have supported us.

Released in February 2013, the song was chosen as the theme for MBS and GAORA’s broadcast of the 85th Senbatsu High School Baseball Tournament, as well as for Nippon TV’s “Akamru! Scoop Koshien.” The music video features Sanma Akashiya, which drew significant attention.

It’s a song to play when you want to convey your gratitude to someone important or to mark a milestone in life.

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"MV" Senbonzakura WhiteFlame feat. Hatsune Miku

This work, notable for its Japanese-style rock sound and a world that evokes the Taisho Romantic era, is a signature VOCALOID piece by KuroUsa-P.

Set in a time when Western and Japanese cultures fused, it skillfully depicts the contrast between technological progress and tradition, as well as the struggles people faced amid rapid social change.

Released in September 2011, the song was included on the album “1st Anniversary Album ALL THAT Senbonzakura!!,” and numerous arranged versions were produced.

In 2015, Wagakki Band’s cover was broadcast on television, and that same year Sachiko Kobayashi performed it in a special segment on NHK’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

With its driving melody and incorporation of traditional Japanese elements, the song continues to be cherished—especially by younger audiences—as a piece that resonates with nostalgic memories.

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Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

It became the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne.” Released on May 27, 2015, it’s a song so strongly associated with Gen Hoshino that it’s practically his signature track.

With its catchy, upbeat pop sound, it’s a perfect hype song recommended for people in their 20s!

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RIZE “Kaminari” Music Video

RIZE’s major-label debut crashed into the music scene with roaring guitars and an explosive sound.

Capturing a thunderbolt-like impact in musical form, the track pairs deftly interwoven English and Japanese lyrics with an ambitious message: to spread their music from Asia across the entire Eurasian continent.

Since its release in August 2000, it’s become a live staple, igniting venues with audience-inclusive performances.

Featured in Sony’s “RED HOT 2000 Campaign” commercial, the song further accelerated RIZE’s momentum.

With its powerful sound and Jesse’s commanding vocals, this track is perfect for moments when you want to unleash the fire inside or push forward believing in your own potential.