Take the first step!! Songs that give you courage, songs that make you persevere when you listen

BelieveGReeeeN

GReeeeN × Ryosuke Irie “Believe”

It is a cheer song that gently gives a push to those walking toward their dreams.

It sings of the strength to believe in oneself and the importance of not giving up, offering the courage to keep taking on challenges.

The refreshing melodies and powerful vocals woven by GReeeeN resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in February 2015, the song was selected as the campaign song for the Japanese Red Cross Society’s “20-Year-Old Blood Donation, FY2015” campaign, and it drew major attention when figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu appeared in the advertisements.

It is also included on the albums “C, D desu to!?” and “En,” serving as a source of support for those striving toward their goals or about to take a new step forward.

NakedSPYAIR

SPYAIR『Naked』

It’s a powerful, message-driven song that stresses the importance of being your true self while facing life’s loneliness and hardship.

Even as it wrestles with the distance between oneself and others, its forward-looking attitude—gradually opening one’s heart—leaves a strong impression.

It’s a rock track that makes full use of a band sound, with SPYAIR’s signature, forceful performance and vocals that resonate deeply.

Released in September 2012, this work served as the lead single for the album “Just Do It” and was also used as the ending theme for the Nippon TV show “Futtonda.” It encourages you to accept yourself as you are and gives you the courage to take a new step forward.

Resolution on the Seventh DayUVERworld

UVERworld “Determination on the 7th Day vol.02”

Based on a scene seen in a dream, this moving song questions the fragility of life and the meaning of living.

It speaks as if to remind us that “even in an imperfect state, people can find happiness” and that “change can begin right at this very moment.” Released in June 2014 as UVERworld’s 26th single, it was also included on the album Ø CHOIR and reached No.

2 on the Oricon weekly chart.

In live performances, it is positioned as a key track that creates a sense of unity with the audience.

This work gently stands by those who feel uncertain about their own worth or struggle to take the first step toward change.

winding roadNovelbright

Novelbright – Winding Road [Official Music Video]

Born in January 2025, Novelbright’s latest track is an uplifting anthem filled with strength and hope for facing life head-on.

It powerfully sings about the importance of believing in yourself and moving forward along life’s winding roads.

With its grand sound and refreshing melody, it resonates deeply and gently gives listeners a push forward.

Chosen as the theme song for TV Tokyo’s Drama 9 series “Dragon of the Court,” it’s also drawing attention for its music video directed by actor Hiroshi Tamaki.

Played during the exit scene of a school sports day, it would further amplify the children’s sense of accomplishment after the events and their excitement for taking the next step.

I am the strongest.Ado

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

With its powerful vocals and dynamic sound, this song resonates like a call to awaken your fighting spirit.

It’s infused with a passionate resolve to believe in your own strength and face any hardship head-on.

Composed by Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, it serves as an in-film song for the feature-length anime ONE PIECE FILM RED, released in June 2022, showcasing Ado’s overwhelming vocal prowess to the fullest.

Although it is a character song, it carries a universal message, and in April 2024 it won the Bronze Medal at the NexTone Award.

It’s a highly recommended track for moments when you want to fire yourself up before a decisive challenge or rally your courage.

The BeginningONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – The Beginning [Official Music Video]

An empowering anthem that gives a strong push toward a hope-filled future.

Through the protagonist who keeps searching for a reason to move forward, this song gives you the courage to overcome setbacks and hardship.

Featuring ONE OK ROCK’s powerful sound and passionate vocals, this memorable track was released in August 2012 and gained attention as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin.

The film and the song’s worldview harmonize beautifully, movingly depicting the protagonist’s resolve to face the past and take a new step forward.

When you stand at a crossroads in life and feel anxious about the future, listening to this song is sure to give you a supportive push.

CorrectRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – The Answer [Official Music Video]

A gentle anthem of support that blends the bittersweetness and hope of youth.

It portrays, with a warm gaze, the feelings of young people searching for answers of their own.

Its message—that there is no single right answer in life and it’s okay to move forward at your own pace—will surely touch everyone’s heart.

Released digitally in January 2024 by RADWIMPS, this song has often been sung at school graduation ceremonies and in scenes of remembrance.

When you feel anxious about the future or find yourself at a crossroads in life, this warm, comforting track will softly nudge you forward.

Please, take the courage from this song to help you step into a new beginning.