Songs to listen to when you’re feeling down! Tracks that boost your self-confidence
There are times for everyone when you feel down for no reason, just can’t get your spirits up, or start wanting to deny yourself.
In this article, we’ve gathered power songs that can fire you up and help you regain your confidence, as well as tracks with lyrics that gently stay by your side and resonate with your heart.
How about borrowing the power of music to help you stand back up again starting tomorrow?
And don’t push yourself—making time to slow down is important, too.
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Songs to listen to when you're feeling down! Tracks that will boost your confidence (51–60)
SufferOkazaki Taiiku
This is a soul-stirring rock number we want you to hear when you feel like you’re on the verge of breaking and thinking, “Maybe I can’t go on…” The lyrics, which portray someone facing forward with the resolve “It has to be now!” even while enduring pain throughout their body, pierce deeply into the listener’s heart.
Released in July 2025, this track serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “What’s With Detectives These Days?” The arrangement and performance by the punk rock band dustbox deliver a sound brimming with speed and energy—another major draw.
When you feel crushed by daily fatigue and pressure, this is the perfect song for a “fighter,” one that will powerfully push you forward.
Make It Out AliveONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK is a four-member rock band whose commanding, quintessentially rock vocals and modern sound—while paying homage to old-school roots—have earned them high praise both in Japan and abroad.
Their 11th digital-only single, “Make It Out Alive,” selected as the tie-in song for the smartphone app Monster Hunter Now, opens with a powerful vocal and four-on-the-floor beat that instantly evokes forward momentum.
Its heavy rock sound blasts away the morning blues and amps you up for your commute or trip to school.
With cool English lyrics that urge you to keep pushing without giving up, it’s a rock tune that gives you the courage to rise up.
Raise the sails!BOYSANDMEN
This song by the male group BOYS AND MEN is packed with uplifting messages.
Its powerful, rallying lyrics resonate deeply.
Set against the vast open sea, the track underscores the importance of unity and cooperation, inspiring the courage to face adversity.
Released in August 2017, it was also used as the theme song for the drama “We’re Sailors for Real.” In the music video, a musical-style performance unfolds on a set designed to look like a ship’s deck.
It’s a recommended track for times when you’ve lost confidence or when you want to strive forward together with your friends.
EverythingMISIA
This is the seventh single by MISIA, a singer-songwriter with an extraordinary five-octave vocal range who is highly acclaimed as a leading diva not only in Japan but across Asia.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko,” it’s also known as the last million-selling single achieved in the 20th century and stands as one of MISIA’s signature songs.
Her enveloping, rich voice and the memorable, distinctive chord progression, along with the overall sense of comfort and warmth that emanates from the track, gently soothe a downcast heart.
It’s a number that can ease emotional wounds when you listen to it at times when you feel low for no particular reason.
Songs to listen to when you're feeling down! Tracks that will boost your confidence (61–70)
No matter how smallwacci
An uplifting song has been born, warmly and gently portraying people who walk on with all their might, even while feeling how hard life can be.
Alongside the friendly melodies woven by the five members of wacci, the courage to face one’s own weaknesses and flaws, and the determination to move forward step by step, are vividly expressed.
Written and composed by Yohei Hashiguchi, the piece speaks to you even in those moments when you feel you’re losing your sense of self, telling you that your efforts have meaning.
It was written as the theme song for the NTV drama “After-School Carte” in October 2024 and is also included on the album “Dressing,” released in January 2025.
It is sure to be cherished as a song that stays close to your heart when you lose your way on the path you chose and come to a halt.
OutsiderAwesome City Club
When you want to stay true to yourself, this is the Awesome City Club song to play.
Released in July 2015 and included on their second album, “Awesome City Tracks 2,” it features a crisp, upbeat groove with sharp guitar cutting and a stylish, urban interplay between male and female twin vocals.
The song’s theme is the importance of following the path you believe in.
That powerful message reportedly became a major turning point for the band.
It was also chosen as the theme song for Akita Asahi Broadcasting’s “Sata Navi!” and drew considerable attention.
If you listen to it when you’re taking a new step forward or feeling a bit unsure, it just might give you the courage you need.
LOSERYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, a hugely popular singer-songwriter.
When this work was released, many people were probably surprised by the contemporary dance he showcased in the music video.
The edgy sound infused with hip-hop really pumps you up.
It carries a powerful message: if that’s the case, even a howl is fine—embrace it, and keep rolling forward even if it looks clumsy.
It gives you the courage to charge ahead with nothing holding you back.
Released in September 2016 as a double A-side single with “Number Nine,” it was also featured in 2018 as the song for a Honda JADE commercial.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to listen to when you feel like you’re about to break or when you’re ready to take a new step.