[Deeply Moving] A Tear-Jerking Cheer Song: Popular Inspirational Anthems That Resonate with the Heart
As we live each day, I think our hearts go through all kinds of changes—moments of joy and happiness, and everything in between.
There are also times when our hearts grow weary and we end up in a very painful place.
This time, I’d like to introduce some uplifting songs that resonate with the heart for moments like these.
There are many tracks that will gently stay by your side, so I hope you find a song that helps you affirm yourself.
Each artist offers a different kind of encouragement song, so please find the one that fits you perfectly!
Let’s get started.
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[Touching] A tear-jerking cheer song. Popular motivational anthems that resonate with the heart (61–70)
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
EXILE’s “Michi” (Road) is a ballad about graduation and setting off on a new journey, and it also serves as a cheer song for those walking the road toward the future.
Released as a single in 2007, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon singles chart.
In the second night of Fuji TV’s 2010 omnibus drama “Sotsu Uta,” a story themed around “Michi” was produced.
Many people have probably shed tears remembering the time they spent with friends or lovers just before graduation.
The lyrics of the first verse, which capture those feelings, and the second verse, which looks ahead to what’s next, really tug at the heartstrings.
Just being alive is admirable.ReoNa
This is a song by ReoNa that expresses the movements of a heart weighed down by despair, struggling through day-to-day life.
ReoNa’s distinctive singing—her fragile, slightly breathy voice—heightens the sense of pain and suffering.
While the overall emotional arc is negative, the progression of the song conveys a subtle change: even in negativity, there’s an impression of trying to look forward.
It isn’t the kind of song that pushes you ahead with force, but it gently reminds you to believe in yourself, even if just a little.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
A signature song by SMAP, one of Japan’s leading idol groups, beloved for their powerful performances that inspire listeners and for songs with strong messages.
This track encourages people to be themselves without comparing to others, making it a moving, tear-jerking anthem of support.
FanfareTamaki Kōji
This is a rousing anthem powerfully sung by Koji Tamaki, famed for his overwhelming vocal prowess, riding on a melody full of drive and momentum.
Released as a single in November 2025, it was chosen as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “The Royal Family.” Drawing on his childhood experiences in Hokkaido and paralleling life with the growth of a horse, this work was created with those images in mind.
Its message—that life isn’t only about winning or losing, and that it’s important to face forward and move on as your true self—resonates deeply with listeners.
Pick this song when you need that extra bit of courage at a crucial moment.
I believeayaka
This is Ayaka’s debut song, which also became the theme for the 2006 drama Rondo and was a major hit.
When Ayaka appeared on the Japanese music scene, her powerful presence was overwhelming.
In I BELIEVE, she delivers a dynamic, full-throttle performance.
Many listeners were likely moved to tears, enveloped by her voice—both powerful and brimming with tenderness.
I thought about killing myselfamazarashi
“I Thought About Dying” is a song created for Mika Nakashima by Hiromu Akita, the vocalist of the rock band amazarashi.
It was released as a single by Nakashima in 2013, and in 2016 amazarashi included a self-cover version on their mini-album “Kyomubyo” (Nihilism).
Although the title and parts of the lyrics use striking, intense words, the song conveys not only negative meanings but also a sense of hope.
If you’re at rock bottom and find it hard to listen to overly cheerful motivational songs, please give “I Thought About Dying” a listen.
It’s fine.Urufuruzu
When it comes to straightforward, heart-hitting motivational songs, Ulfuls’ “Eenenden” is the one.
It was released as a single in 2003 to commemorate the return of bassist John B.
Chopper, who had left the band in 1999.
The lyrics affirm you just as you are—saying it’s okay to fail or have regrets, to start over, or even to give up and do nothing—and they really tug at the heartstrings.
The characteristically Ulfuls, fast-paced rock ’n’ roll sound also makes it a track that fills you with energy as you listen.