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

migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

A signature song by [Alexandros], a rock band widely supported especially by younger generations for their high-tone vocals that resonate with many listeners and their outstanding musical sensibility.

It’s an uplifting anthem for those challenging themselves toward their goals—a moving, tear-jerking cheer song.

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Himawari no Yakusoku – Motohiro Hata (Full)

A 17th single by Motohiro Hata, released in August 2014.

In addition to serving as the theme song for a Doraemon movie, it secured multiple tie-ins such as commercials and reached the top 10 on the Oricon charts.

Praised for its musical quality, it became a long-running hit.

While it’s a tear-jerking song full of yearning, its somewhat abstract lyrics allow for various interpretations—such as parting or embarking on a new journey—so it has been used in many settings, including weddings and funerals.

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YOASOBI “Gunjou” (with Osaka Toin High School Wind Ensemble) from UT × YOASOBI ‘SING YOUR WORLD’

YOASOBI’s “Gunjō” resonates with listeners and stirs the soul.

It became a hot topic when it was selected as the set piece for “Dance ONE Project ’21,” a segment supporting high school dance teams on the information program Sukkiri! It’s a track that shines with YOASOBI’s characteristically literary lyrics and refreshing vocals.

It encourages and stands beside not only students who couldn’t do what they wanted during the pandemic, but everyone.

The choral section in the song is breathtaking—be sure to give it a listen.

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Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki

Angela Aki “Letter: To You, Fifteen” Music Video (HD)

Angela Aki’s “Tegami: Haikei Jugo no Kimi e” was written as the set piece for the junior high school division of the NHK All-Japan School Choir Competition.

Released as a single in 2008, it reached No.

3 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

It’s a memorable song with innovative lyrics depicting an exchange of letters between me at 15 and me as an adult.

The lines telling my 15-year-old self to “believe in yourself and move forward” have surely given courage to many children.

If you ever feel like you’re about to buckle under the pressure of standing at a crossroads in life, please listen to “Tegami: Haikei Jugo no Kimi e.”

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Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK: Wasted Nights [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

“I want to sprint through the present with everything I’ve got so I won’t have any regrets!” This is ONE OK ROCK’s grand anthem that stirs up that fiery feeling.

Its powerful message—like a shout that there’s no such thing as a wasted night—ignites the passion that’s been sleeping deep in your heart.

Don’t be bound by the past; the way it cherishes each moment spent with friends is sure to give you courage.

Released in February 2019, this song was created as the theme for the film “Kingdom” and is included on the album “Eye of the Storm.” You can sense the impact from the episode in which the film’s producer said it made his soul “tremble with heat.” Listen to it on anxious nights before taking on a challenge or when you want to reaffirm your bonds with friends, and it will surely give you a push forward.

If you laugh at the skywacci

wacci “If You Laugh at the Sky” Music Video

There are times when lyrics that reflect real experiences or that you can relate to personally move you to tears.

This song, wacci’s “Sora ni Waraeba” (If You Smile at the Sky), is one that really hits home—maybe even brings tears—if you’re devoted to something or working hard toward a goal.

I think many people feel they’ve gotten through tough times and kept going thanks to friends and family.

It’s a song that brings those “special someones” to mind and reminds you that you’re not alone.

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A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY

[MUSIC VIDEO] A Cheer Song Dedicated to You / HIPPY

An uplifting anthem that combines the warmth of gently encouraging those who face setbacks and hardships to believe in themselves and move forward, with the strength to give them the courage to rise again.

HIPPY’s soul-stirring vocals resonate deeply with listeners’ hearts.

Included on the album “HomeBase ~Arigatou~,” released in March 2017, this song has been chosen by many professional baseball players as their walk-up music and ranked No.

1 in the 2020 Professional Baseball Players’ Walk-up Song Rankings.

It’s the perfect track for moments when you feel like you might stop chasing your dreams, when you feel anxious or alone, or when you want someone to give you a gentle push.

It will stay close to your heart and give you the courage to take a step toward tomorrow.