[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 workouts! Recommended tracks to boost concentration (91–100)
Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari
The last single released during the lifetime of Japan’s songstress Hibari Misora.
Although another track from the album containing this song was originally slated to be released as a single, Misora herself strongly insisted on this one, and it was chosen instead.
It was released in 1989 and became a million-seller with 1.5 million copies sold.
It is Hibari Misora’s final work.
VariablesAlfa Mist
The album “Variables” by Alpha Mist, a rising British musician where the souls of jazz and hip-hop intersect.
Released in April 2023, this work is a truly sensory musical experience, woven from delicate piano melodies and the expressive tones of saxophone and trumpet.
Featuring a collaboration with the London Contemporary Orchestra, it fully showcases his talent for effortlessly transcending genre boundaries.
Whether you want to boost your concentration or quietly reflect, this album makes an ideal soundtrack.
Its deeply insightful lyrics and soothing rhythms will gently support your work or study.
Blackbox Life Recorder 21fAphex Twin
From Aphex Twin’s new EP comes an instrumental track with a calm, introspective atmosphere.
Characterized by analog-style drum machines and gentle synths, it quietly stirs the listener’s heart.
Released by Warp Records in July 2023, the work climbed high on the charts in Japan.
Concluding with a wistful ambience, this piece appeals to longtime fans and new listeners alike.
It’s recommended for moments when you want to boost concentration or sink into a reflective mood, and it’s excellent as background music for work or study.
Moanin’Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
A powerful rhythm and cool melody make this track truly memorable.
Opening the album Moanin’, released in January 1959, it’s a masterpiece that cemented Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers’ hard-bop style.
Its signature call-and-response phrases seize the listener’s attention and won’t let go.
It’s also popular as background music for work, perfect for boosting concentration.
The interplay between Lee Morgan’s trumpet and Benny Golson’s saxophone is another highlight.
This is a piece that can be enjoyed by everyone—from jazz beginners to seasoned listeners.
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Roundups of the “background music for work” you often see on YouTube can actually be pretty reliable! If you want to play some tunes but aren’t sure how, or you get bored looping a single track, this can solve your problem.
They span genres from jazz to pop and more, so do a quick search and find your favorite!
Gonna Fly NowBill Conti
It might be easier to understand if I call it the “Rocky theme.” It’s the theme song from the movie Rocky.
It’s a track with a proven record of being used in all sorts of moments when you need to give it your all, so it has this mysterious power where just hearing a bit of it makes you think, “Alright, let’s do this.”
1/1Brian Eno
Since we’re talking about BGM for studying, it’s best to avoid anything too stimulating, right? I’ve had the experience of getting distracted by the music and before I knew it, I was humming along.
At times like that, how about tracks by Brian Eno, a pioneer of the genre known as ambient music—“kankyō ongaku” in Japanese? With ambient music that feels less like something you listen to and more like something that simply exists there, as if you were in nature, it seems like you can boost your concentration.