Tear-jerking motivational songs by Japanese bands: recommended classics and popular tracks
I imagine many of you are giving your all every day—studying, working, doing housework, managing relationships—and along with that, the worries never seem to end.
For those people, I’d love for you to listen to these “tear-jerking, cheering songs—band edition” even if it’s just in little pockets of free time.
Rather than pumping you up, these songs stay close to your heart, move you to tears, and quietly fill you with personal strength.
Give them a listen when it really counts.
Let’s overcome the pain and sadness with songs that feel like someone who truly understands you.
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Tear-Jerking Cheer Songs by Japanese Bands: Recommended Masterpieces and Popular Tracks (41–50)
MandalaROTTENGRAFFTY
Mandala by ROTTENGRAFFTY is striking for its spoken-word-style sections that address the listener, like a poetry reading.
In this song, the contrast between vocalist NOBUYA’s sung melodies and his spoken parts is wonderful, and its power makes it a fiery anthem that gives you the courage to live.
The band’s performance is also incredibly strong and cool.
In particular, the drum phrase with rapid-fire snare hits in the latter half seems like it could give a weary heart the strength to move forward!
the only personbakudan jonii
The five-piece punk rock band Bakudan Johnny’s “Hitoridake” is a song whose message—“There’s only one you in the world, and there must be something only you can do”—warms the heart.
Rather than singing, the vocal-guitarist Ryomei delivers the lyrics like he’s spitting them out, which leaves a strong impression.
The rest of the band keeps the energy high with an upbeat performance that lifts the track.
Listening to the song’s irresistibly bright melody will naturally put you in a positive frame of mind.
YOLO!!!!Faulieu.
This song powerfully belts out the phrase “You Only Live Once,” and is included on Faulieu.’s EP “My name is Faulieu.” released in August 2025.
Set to a high-energy, fast-paced sound, it expresses the resolve to live the present to the fullest, even amid monotonous days, and it’s crafted with a strong sense of togetherness for live performances—that’s part of its appeal.
The call-and-response sections and the soaring guitar lines in the final chorus give listeners a strong push forward.
When you’re wavering over exams or work, or need courage before a new challenge, this track will nudge you to “live the moment without regret.”
Dreams!!!!NEK
NEK!, a four-member girls’ rock band that debuted in April 2024.
As a new-generation, internet-born band rapidly gaining attention, the track they released in December 2024 is a fan favorite that was already sparking massive sing-alongs at their shows.
The song conveys a strong resolve not to let dreams remain just dreams, embodying a determination to believe in yourself and move forward.
Set to a fast-tempo rock sound, it’s packed with call-and-response-ready phrases that powerfully push listeners onward.
It was included on their second EP, “TR!CK TAK!NG,” released in March 2025, with the music video dropping at the same time.
It’s the perfect anthem when you need the courage to take a step toward a new challenge or want to achieve something together with your friends!
The totally hopeless high school girl became a band member.chakura
This is a track that holds pain and hope at the same time, written by a high school girl who once felt worthless and decided to live as a band musician.
The lyrics intertwine longing, inferiority, and the courage to take a step forward, conveying the resolve of someone on the verge of giving up who chooses music as a way to resist becoming what they don’t want to be.
With straightforward words carried by exhilarating guitar rock, the song hits straight to the heart.
It’s the title track of a two-song single released digitally by Chakura in February 2024.
The music video captures their raw energy across five live houses in Shimokitazawa.
When you’re lacking confidence or need the courage to dive into a new world, this song will surely give you a push.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a sweeping rock ballad that sends cheers to those who keep pushing forward, even as they sometimes struggle and pause.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in January 2019, the song touched many hearts as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It carries a warm message that affirms life as a whole: that both good days and bad become nourishment for who you are.
On nights when you feel down from comparing yourself to others or when loneliness creeps in, its gentle vocals will sit close to your heart.
The piece was later used again as a commercial song in an orchestral arrangement, drawing renewed attention.
Along with its grand sound, it’s sure to give you the courage to face tomorrow.
HeiwajimaB-DASH
One of B-DASH’s signature songs, it tells us that life is never a simple road and won’t go according to the manual.
It’s a motivational anthem that encourages those trying to give up on their dreams or on the verge of defeat to keep facing forward and move on.