[For Your Commute] Songs That Get You Pumped – Perfect Tracks to Start the Day

sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI

Sakanaction “Sazanka”

SEKAI NO OWARI creates music that enchants people with its fantastical worldview.

Their lyrics, which sing about the straightforward determination to keep pursuing one’s dreams, make anyone feel encouraged.

Listening to this song will fill you with so much hope that your own worries will start to seem small.

REALiZELiSA

LiSA “REALiZE” Lyric Video (Theme Song for the Japanese Dub of the Film ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’)

“REALiZE,” the theme song for the Japanese-dubbed version of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

It’s a straightforward rock tune that highlights LiSA’s sharp, powerful vocals.

The high-speed number vividly conjures images of Spider-Man soaring through the air, and just listening to it feels like a great way to blow off steam.

The guitar riffs ringing to the rhythm, the hefty, dynamic sound, and the catchy melody all feel great—and it’s perfect for karaoke, too!

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Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Que Sera Sera” Official Music Video

With an exhilarating melody and uplifting lyrics, this song gently resonates with listeners’ hearts.

Released by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE in April 2023, it drew attention as the theme song for the ABC TV/TV Asahi drama “Even If It’s Just for Sunday Night.” It became a massive hit, surpassing 200 million streams and winning the Excellent Work Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.

Celebrating a forward-looking attitude of “things will work out,” this track is perfect for mornings before school or when you’re feeling down.

It’s like a mysterious spell that lightens your heart.

RUN!!!non

Non – RUN!!! [official music video]

A high-energy pop song sung by Non, who’s also active as an actress and model.

In the music video—featuring Non herself—she’s running, and the nonstop vibe continues throughout.

It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to go all-out from the moment they step out the door.

Runner (Heisei 30 Version)Sanpuraza Nakano-kun

[MV] Sunplaza Nakano-kun “Runner (Heisei 30 Ver.)” [Full ver.]

A rearranged track by Sunplaza Nakano-kun, the vocalist famous for singing “Runner,” a song so well-known that everyone has heard the phrase.

His voice, unchanged from the past to the present, never fails to amaze listeners.

This versatile song fits any scene and is also known as a classic cheer anthem.

Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK "The Totally Sensational Dreamer"

An aggressive rock number by ONE OK ROCK that champions valuing instinct over logic and the importance of always pushing forward! Its powerful vocals and driving sound will inspire anyone who listens.

The track was selected as the ending theme for the TBS TV program “Arabikidan,” and upon its release in February 2010, it reached No.

9 on the Oricon weekly chart—marking the band’s first-ever Top 10 entry.

It’s the perfect song to boost your motivation during a workout, delivering a fiery message that feels like it’s telling you, “Now’s the time to get moving!”—sure to ignite your determination.

ultra soulB’z

B’z / ultra soul

With its energetic music and powerful message, this B’z classic adds a refreshing spark to your morning wake-up.

Released in March 2001, the song portrays the drive to challenge one’s limits and pursue dreams—making it a perfect power tune to start the day.

It also drew attention as the official theme song for the 2001 FINA World Championships in Fukuoka.

Tak Matsumoto’s razor-sharp guitar work and Koshi Inaba’s soaring vocals blend brilliantly to express deep themes of self-realization and growth.

Highly recommended for those who want to kick off the day with vigor or need an anthem that pushes them to confront their limits.