[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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[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer songs. Popular inspirational anthems that touch the heart (1–10)
OrangeSPYAIR
With moving lyrics and a powerful melody that resonates deeply, this is SPYAIR’s uplifting anthem.
Released in February 2024, the song was chosen as the theme for “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle” (the feature film).
Centered on encounters, bonds among teammates, and farewells, it gives you the courage to look ahead and keep going.
It’s the perfect track for anyone striving toward a dream or taking a new step forward.
Its lyrics praise the hope and bravery found while facing hardships, and the beauty of human connection—sure to give you courage.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
Yuzu’s “Eikou no Kakehashi” (Bridge of Glory) is a popular cheer song for sports and entrance exams.
Released as a single in 2004, it was selected as the official theme for NHK’s Athens Olympics coverage and reached No.
2 on the Oricon singles chart.
For those who watched with tears in their eyes as Japan’s men’s gymnastics team won gold for the first time in 28 years with their moving performances, it’s an unforgettable track.
The lyrics carry the message, “Believe in the path you’ve walked and keep moving forward,” which is sure to give a push to anyone who feels lost in life right now.
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu
A song that gets you excited just from the title and lifts your spirits.
When the phrase in the title, “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day,” is sung in Takahashi Yu’s gentle yet powerful voice, it really makes you feel like it will be a good day, doesn’t it? You may have heard this track in commercials or in Rihwa’s cover version—it’s a tender, uplifting number that shows up often.
There are times when you work hard every day but don’t get recognized, can’t see the results, or just can’t find the motivation.
This is the perfect song for moments like those.
[Moving] Tear-jerking cheer songs. Heart-touching popular anthems of encouragement (11–20)
YELLikimonogakari
YELL by Ikimonogakari was produced as the required piece for the junior high school division of the 76th NHK National School Music Competition.
Released as a single in 2009, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon singles chart.
The lyrics poignantly capture the delicate, sensitive hearts of junior high school students and are filled with messages for 15-year-olds that you come to understand only after growing up.
It’s an encouraging song that we especially want struggling junior high schoolers to hear, and it’s also a hugely popular graduation song.
Because I’ve always loved you.neguse.
A number by Neguse created as a high school baseball cheer song that movingly depicts the passion of youth.
Released in June 2024, the track was also selected as the theme song for “Nettou Koshien.” Featuring distinctive rap and choral sections, it powerfully portrays high school ballplayers facing adversity.
With the theme of “the nobility of perseverance,” it conveys that the reason they keep moving forward despite grueling practices and strict coaching is simply because they truly love it.
This work is recommended not only for high school baseball fans but for anyone striving toward a dream.
It’s a heartfelt anthem that gives you courage every time you listen.
Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism
It’s a song that always stays close to everyone’s hearts.
It’s one track from Official HIGE DANDism’s mini-album “Report,” released in April 2017, and it’s become a staple at their live shows.
The song powerfully appeals to the importance of sticking to your convictions and living without being swayed by others’ evaluations.
The lyrics, based on Fujihara’s real experiences, have resonated with many people.
As an anthem that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving in to criticism from those around you, it’s sure to strike a chord with listeners.
StoryAI
A massive hit ballad by AI, an artist beloved for approachable lyrics that make you want to sing along and an uplifting musical worldview.
It’s a song filled with a message about moving forward while supporting one another with cherished friends—an inspiring anthem that brings tears to your eyes.