[2025] Popular Songs Among Today’s Youth [Japanese Music]

New OrderNEW!Towa Tokoyami

New Order / Tokoyami Towa (official)

“SHIN,” the second full album by hololive VTuber Tokoyami Towa, released in October 2025.

The closing track, “New Order,” written, composed, and arranged by R・O・N, is a powerful number that portrays self-affirmation and a will for transformation.

Rather than tracing values created by others, it expresses the determination to remain true to oneself without fearing failure, conveyed through emotional melodies and a rock-driven sound.

It’s a song that gives you a push when you want to forge your own path.

Chaotic Wacha Life!NEW!FRUITS ZIPPER

[First-Ever Live Performance Video] FRUITS ZIPPER “Hachamecha Wacha Life!” / FRUITS ZIPPER Road To TOKYO DOME ~Hachamecha Wacha Live!~

Starting in October 2025, Hachamecha Wacha Life! was chosen as the opening theme for Crayon Shin-chan, and it’s an energy-packed piece.

This track brilliantly fuses the love they’ve had for Crayon Shin-chan since childhood with their signature NEW KAWAII aesthetic.

The lyrics carry the message: “Let’s freely enjoy every day!” Its bright, upbeat vibe appeals to a wide range of listeners, from kids to adults.

Be sure to take in its positive message!

Adult Chick ChildrenNEW!yama

yama 'Adult Chick Children' Music Video

A high-velocity arrangement that grabs your ears—the opening theme for the TV anime “SANDA.” yama’s razor-sharp vocals confront the universal question: What does it mean to become an adult? Simply growing older doesn’t make you one, but having youth doesn’t make you a child either.

The song vividly captures the struggle with change and the pains of growth.

It will be available digitally in October 2025, with a CD release in December.

Don’t miss the chance to experience yama’s undeniable coolness!

Stare In WonderNEW!BE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Stare In Wonder -Special Lyric Video-

This song, which portrays the moment of blocking out noise to focus solely on sound, is a BE:FIRST number released in October 2025.

It was written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Wondance,” and is included on the best-of album “BE:ST,” released on October 29 of the same year.

Created to accompany a story of growth through dance, the choreography was handled by KAITA and ReiNa, who serve as the anime’s dance cast, along with member SOTA.

It’s a dance tune that conveys the heat of growth and challenge.

BABYNEW!LEX

BABY

This standout track, driven by bouncy Jersey Club beats, is an ambitious effort from LEX that fuses club music with hip-hop.

Produced by ZOT on the WAVE and Homunculu$, LEX’s mellow vocal tone rides perfectly over the high-velocity track.

The lyrics—blending luxurious everyday scenes from breakfast in the morning to nights at upscale hotels with expressions of affection—are another draw, laying out romantic desire with refreshing candor.

With its groove-forward sound, it’s a great pick-me-up when you want to boost your mood.

MoonNEW!TRACK15

TRACK15 – Moon [Official Music Video]

Released in October 2025 by the four-piece rock band TRACK15, “Moon” is a rock ballad that captures the warmth of the season as summer fades into autumn.

Its lyrics, which portray a heartfelt wish to stay forever with someone dear, will resonate with feelings we all hold somewhere inside.

The emotional band sound and Ren’s soaring vocals are also captivating, making it a song you’ll want to sink into on long autumn nights.

THE REVONEW!Porno Graffitti

THE REVO

Written as the opening theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, this song marks the band’s first time handling a series theme in about nine years since “THE DAY” for Season 1 in 2016.

The lyrics, built around the keyword “revolution in the mind,” depict a resolve to overturn one’s values, conveying a level of intensity befitting the story’s final chapter.

With powerful vocals and a solid, driving melody that pushes you forward, it’s a rock number that symbolizes change and hope.