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)
rayBUMP OF CHICKEN
This is a BUMP OF CHICKEN song whose dazzling synthesizer tones sound as if heralding the arrival of the future.
The track is the title song of the album “ray,” released in March 2014.
At first listen it’s bright, pop-infused digital rock, but its lyrics gently embrace the shadows of farewell and pain.
The message from Motoo Fujiwara, who wrote and composed the song—that goodbyes are connected to encounters—resonates in the transparent sound.
You want to move beyond the past, yet you don’t want to forget your precious memories.
When you listen in such a complicated state of mind, doesn’t it make your heart feel a little lighter?
Beyond the nighttsuru
It’s the theme song for the movie “Charge!! Otokojuku” and one of THE BACK HORN’s signature tracks.
No matter how close you are to breaking or falling, it pushes you forward, telling you to keep your eyes ahead.
With its intense sound that lights a fire in your heart and makes you want to give it your all, it’s a fiery, motivational anthem.
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!
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.”
bladeThe Back Horn
It’s the opening theme of the anime Ping Pong and one of Bakudan Johnny’s signature songs.
It brightly portrays the struggle of moving forward despite doubts, and many listeners will relate.
It’s an uplifting anthem that encourages us to keep trying, even though everyone lives with their own worries.
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!
With just my body, I sever fear.ammo
This song by the three-piece band ammo from Higashi-Osaka, released by TOY’S FACTORY in February 2025, is a pep anthem created in between dates on their nationwide tour.
Though it’s a mid-tempo ballad, the open-string guitar and choral work fuse together, making for an arrangement that delivers the lyrics with care.
As the protagonist faces daily anxieties and lethargy, they resolve to cut through loneliness and seek out someone’s smile—a determination that rings true through Yusei Okamoto’s distinctive voice.
The track was also chosen as the ending theme for Hiroshima FM and was performed at their first-ever solo hall show in June.
When you need courage to take on something new or to take that first step forward, this song is sure to give you a powerful push.