[2026] Great Songs to Boost Focus — Perfect for Studying and Working Out
In our daily lives—studying, exercising, working, and doing chores—there are moments when everyone thinks, “I wish I could focus more,” right? At times like these, music can be a powerful ally that boosts our concentration.
In this article, we’ve picked a variety of tracks you can use for different situations, from upbeat songs perfect as background music for tasks to calm numbers that help you settle in and get absorbed.
We’ll introduce not only classic favorites but also the latest tracks, so we hope you find the perfect song for you!
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[2026] For studying and exercise too! Recommended tracks that boost concentration (71–80)
Go Back HomeFKJ
It’s a mellow, sexy, and mood-rich ambient track that’s so characteristic of him—truly chill.
Breaking out on social media as part of the chillwave genre, he’s influenced many artists in Japan as well.
FKJ, who’s highly regarded as an exceptional talent in the scene, generally creates calm tracks that unfold with slow tempos and beautiful soundscapes.
Songs like this work great as background music, and I think they’re most effective when played at a moderate volume.
Give it a try!
A gentle nightorange pekoe
This is the second single by orange pekoe, a music duo that began their activities in the Kwansei Gakuin University light music club and captivates fans with a sound infused with jazz and Latin elements.
The song was featured in a commercial for C’BON cosmetics, and it’s an outstanding number with a comfortably breezy jazz atmosphere, a soothing beat, and a touch of melancholic vocals.
Its calm tone and nostalgic melody make it perfect as background music for remote work, enriching your personal space.
It’s a recommendation for those tired of mainstream pop—a sophisticated track with an addictive, mature vibe.
This Wonderful WorldRui Āmusutorongu
With his gravelly yet irresistibly rich, low voice, Louis Armstrong keeps stimulating the listener’s mind endlessly, never letting go.
It heightens concentration while warming the heart, leaving you feeling, “What a wonderful world this is!” The song was written and composed by George Douglas and George David Weiss, lamenting the Vietnam War and dreaming of a peaceful world.
[2026] For Studying and Exercise Too! Recommended Songs That Boost Concentration (81–90)
Young BloodSano Motoharu
The prelude opens with the sound of a brass band and smoothly takes off, and the song keeps moving with that same groove.
If I recall correctly, it was adopted as the theme song for the International Youth Year and was broadcast repeatedly on NHK.
Released in 1985 as Motoharu Sano’s 15th single, it reached No.
7, becoming his first single to enter the top 10.
Merry Christmas, Mr. LawrenceSakamoto Ryuichi
Known as one of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s signature works, this piece is characterized by a unique musicality that fuses Eastern and Western elements.
Its pentatonic-based scale and recurring perfect fourth patterns leave a deep emotional impact on listeners.
Composed in 1983 for the film “Merry Christmas, Mr.
Lawrence,” it became highly popular, ranking third in JASRAC’s 1985 annual distribution of copyright royalties.
Its simple, memorable melody is also favored by piano learners.
This work is recommended as background music for remote work or studying; its gentle, romantic melody can calm the mind and enhance concentration.
Guitar solo of “Tears in Heaven” (original by Eric Clapton)Muraji Kaori
A classic by Eric Clapton, written as a tribute to his late son.
It reached No.
2 on the U.S.
singles chart in 1992.
Although Eric Clapton is a master guitarist, here it is performed by Japan’s classical guitar virtuoso Kaori Muraji.
This instrument, often called a small orchestra, stimulates the brain and the heart, enhancing concentration.
Tsugaru Jongara-bushiTakahashi Chikuzan
This is the Tsugaru Jongara Bushi by Takahashi Chikuzan, a blind shamisen player who helped make Tsugaru shamisen famous across Japan.
It steadfastly supports and lifts the mind as mental activity wanes.
The soaring high-note runs evoke the exhilaration of a jazz improvisation, sharpening focus as they build.