Beautiful tear-jerking songs / songs that make you cry your eyes out

[Deeply Moving] A Tear-Jerking Cheer Song: Popular Inspirational Anthems That Resonate with the Heart

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

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.

[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer song. Popular motivational songs that touch the heart (71–80)

Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki

Far Away, Far Away – Noriyuki Makihara (Full)

Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara is one of Japan’s leading artists, isn’t he? “Tooku Tooku” also drew attention as a song used in an NTT East Japan commercial.

It’s a song that conveys a sense of resolve, like “I’ve got to live on my own and do my best.” The protagonist’s attitude—being encouraged by their hometown yet refusing to lean on it—is really cool, making this a standout track.

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Cheering songTHE Inazuma Sentai

THE Inazuma Squadron - Cheer Song

Cheering songTHE Inazuma Sentai

It’s a song whose lyrics, like a heartfelt message from a best friend to a best friend who has overcome all kinds of tough moments together, pierce straight into the heart.

The structure—recounting memories with a slightly halting, childlike tone, then shouting a full-throated cheer in the chorus—is very much the Inazuma Sentai’s style and gives you a tremendous boost of strength.

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Your SongSHE’S

SHE’S – Your Song 【MV】

Your SongSHE’S

Your Song depicts the courage to rise again and again in a life that rarely goes as planned.

Released in 2019 by SHE’S, a rock band active since the 2010s, the song delivers a message that even if your dreams and goals don’t come true, the effort is never wasted.

Its intense sound—featuring passionate guitars and a heavy beat—helps convey that burning emotion.

It’s an emotional rock ballad with a touch of melancholy.

Give it a listen especially when moving forward feels hard.

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[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer songs. Popular motivational anthems that resonate with the heart (81–90)

Your Song (Kimi no Uta)Abe Mao

Mao Abe – Your Song (Kimi no Uta) [Official Music Video]

Your Song (Kimi no Uta)Abe Mao

I think there are two types of songs that cheer you up: those that gently seep into your heart, like life-affirming anthems, and those that give you a strong, direct boost of energy.

Abe Mao’s song “Kimi no Uta (Kimi no Uta)” is one that grabs you by the shoulders and encourages you head-on with a straight pitch.

Released in 2019 as her 17th single, it also served as the theme song for the film “Cheer Boys!!”.

When you just can’t make a decision on your own, when you’re lost and don’t know what to do, this song will surely give you a push forward.

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We areONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – We are [Official Video from AMBITIONS JAPAN DOME TOUR]

We areONE OK ROCK

“We are” gives you the courage to look straight ahead by facing the weakness and anxiety within yourself.

It was included on the rock band ONE OK ROCK’s 2017 album Ambitions.

Their words, which seem to speak to people struggling with life, resonate deeply.

The passionate band performance, unfolding with a grand atmosphere, conveys their burning emotions as well.

This is a song you should listen to especially when your heart is down and it’s hard to get back up.

Its message—that no one is ever truly alone—will give you strength.

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If I can laughUrufuruzu

Ulfuls – If I Can Laugh

If I can laughUrufuruzu

It’s a song that’s loved in many ways, including being featured in dramas and commercials.

The warm, somehow comforting sound really tugs at the heart.

Smiles invite happiness, and I feel they also have the power to make others smile.

Let’s laugh and blow away the tough times.

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Philosophy[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Philosophy (MV)

Philosophy[Alexandros]

‘Philosophy’ is an epic anthem of encouragement released in January 2020 by the rock band [Alexandros].

The chorus rings out like an anthem and feels incredibly satisfying.

Its lyrics carry a powerful message as well—it’s a rock ballad that delivers strong, resonant words straight to the heart.

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