Recommended wake-up songs for college students: classic and popular Japanese hits
On the big exam day, on the days when you might earn those credits, or those tough first-period mornings…
Here are some songs to wake up to! Listen to these tracks in the morning, and you’ll definitely feel sharp! Be sure to add them to your playlist and give them a listen.
I hope this helps you out.
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Recommended wake-up songs for college students: Classic and popular J-pop tracks (11–20)
Burning LoveChe’Nelle
This is a single by Che’Nelle, released in 2013 and featured as the campaign song for the energy drink “burn.” Its passionate message of encouragement is uplifting.
The exhilarating synth sound boosts concentration and seems perfect for studying.
It’s also recommended for commuting to school.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
People have all kinds of mornings.
On mornings when you have to deal with something troublesome, or on mornings when you’re taking on something for the first time—on those “get-things-done” mornings—this song is highly recommended.
It’s sure to cheer on your challenge from the moment the day begins.
Pixels of EmotionOkazaki Taiiku
Although it’s an intense track, it doesn’t have a piercing sound that hits your ears; instead, it has a certain comfort that seems like it could gradually wake you up.
Contrary to its cool vibe, the meaninglessness of the lyrics might actually make it perfect for mornings when your mind is free of unnecessary thoughts.
SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi
“Boku no Lyric no Bōyomi,” affectionately known as “Bokuriri,” is popular among young women.
Among his songs, this one is especially refreshing and perfect for the morning.
In particular, the chorus lyrics evoke an image of dazzling light, so even people who aren’t morning types might be able to spring right out of bed.
Wake Me Up!SPEED
When it comes to morning greeting songs, this is the only one that comes to mind! It’s quite an old song, but SPEED at that time was so cool and so cute…
All the members were in elementary to junior high school back then, making it a very youthful group.
After they became adults, SPEED’s vocal skills improved dramatically, and each member’s accumulated life experience really shines through—it’s wonderful.
Ocean ViewBAD HOP feat. YZERR, Yellow Pato, Bark & T-Pablow
These days, hip-hop is popular in Japan too.
Among all that hip-hop, a perfect track for the morning is this song called “Ocean View.” Its refreshing, ocean-evoking sound helps you wake up feeling clear and refreshed.
Recommended wake-up songs for college students: Classic and popular Japanese hits (21–30)
travelingUtada Hikaru
This is a track whose catchy beat makes you find yourself nodding along, while Hikaru Utada’s uniquely wistful vocals lend it an overall calm vibe.
With some phrases that really stick in your head, it might be just the right music to wake you up.