[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer song. A roundup of popular motivational anthems that resonate with the heart!
Have you ever found yourself suddenly in tears when you think of yourself—or someone else—giving it their all? Many people surely have that one song that saved them time and again during club practice, before a big performance, or in days when they felt like giving up.
Encouraging songs that resonate with the heart have a mysterious power to gently push you forward just by listening.
In this article, we focus on moving, tear-jerking cheer songs and introduce tracks that will set your heart ablaze.
We hope you’ll find that one song that makes you cry even as it lifts your spirits!
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[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer songs. A full roundup of popular, heart-touching anthems! (71–80)
HeroAmuro Namie
At the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics held in Rio de Janeiro, Namie Amuro’s “Hero” was selected as the athletes’ support song.
Released as her 45th single, it topped Oricon’s digital singles chart.
The lyrics, which sing about how everyone has someone special, are brimming with hope.
The grand sound that accompanied many moving moments of the Games also left a strong impression.
When Amuro returned to NHK’s 68th Kōhaku Uta Gassen on New Year’s Eve 2017 for the first time in 14 years, she was reportedly overcome with emotion and burst into tears after finishing her performance.
AkariMy Hair is Bad
This is a song that portrays everyday struggles and facing oneself.
It’s included on My Hair is Bad’s album “ghosts,” released in July 2024, with vocals and songwriting by Tomomi Shinoki.
The album is a standout release that also features the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary.” Its emotional rock sound and lyrics—encouraging you to keep looking forward even while carrying fatigue and weakness—really resonate.
It’s a track I especially recommend to those who feel worn out by daily life or want to confront themselves.
Listening to this will surely give you the courage to realize you’re not alone.
Ridin’ on Dreamshololive IDOL PROJECT
hololive production’s music project, hololive IDOL PROJECT.
This is a group song they perform, overflowing with dreams and hope.
Released in February 2026, the track’s lyrics and composition were handled by Ryoki Koike.
Imbued with the passion Koike describes as “one of my long-held dreams,” the driving beat and layered vocals will set listeners’ hearts ablaze.
Its emotional sound, brimming with resolve for the future, is sure to give a powerful push to anyone on the verge of a challenge.
Give it a listen when you want to lift your spirits.
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.
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
This is a famous song by Mayo Okamoto, an artist who enjoys immense popularity among younger generations thanks to her instantly hummable melodies and exceptional musical sensibility.
The track carries a message that the more obstacles you overcome, the stronger you become, making it an uplifting anthem that brings listeners to tears.
Jungle P5050
Released in 2008, this song was used as the opening theme for the hugely popular TV anime One Piece.
It’s a highly recommended track for anyone striving toward their dreams each day or for those who have something they want to pursue.
Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster
This song, “Itsuka Kono Namida ga” (“Someday These Tears Will”), is included on Little Glee Monster’s third album, “juice,” released in 2018.
It also served as the support song for the 96th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, held from 2017 to 2018.
As the title suggests, it’s a song that turns feelings of frustration and worry into tears, and makes you want to look back on those tears someday as good memories.
When times are tough, it may be hard to think about what lies ahead, but let this song help you stay positive and keep going.
