[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.

Playlist

[Deeply Moving] A Tear-Jerking Cheer Song: Popular Inspirational Anthems That Resonate with the Heart
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		The power of music to boost self-esteem
2	50％Ofisharu Higedan Dism		A cheering song that touches the heart and gives you the courage to live
3	sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI		A gently resonant, heart-encouraging cheer song
4	horizonback number		“Horizon” by back number is an encouraging song that heals a tired heart.
5	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that helps you love yourself and gives you the courage to live
6	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A cheer song for those who strive: Even what seems impossible—keep going.
7	Small RevolutionSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's cheer song stirs the heart.
8	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR’s fight song portrays the bonds of friends and the courage they share.
9	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Glorious Bridge: Moving Olympic Theme Song
10	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		An uplifting song that makes you feel positive—tomorrow will surely be better.
11	YELLikimonogakari		The fight song “YELL” depicts the hearts of middle school students.
12	Because I’ve always loved you.neguse.		A moving song that portrays the passion of high school baseball.
13	Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism		A song about believing in your own path and having courage
14	StoryAI		An AI cheer song, a song about facing forward with friends
15	You can do it!Nakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s “Fight!” is a song about the courage to fight.
16	As a personSUPER BEAVER		A classic masterpiece that portrays human weakness and strength
17	Ridin’ on Dreamshololive IDOL PROJECT		Hololive releases a group song of dreams and hope
18	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		An anthem of encouragement depicting the hopes and challenges of youth
19	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s songs that give you courage
20	AkariMy Hair is Bad		My Hair is Bad depicts everyday struggles.
21	NonfictionHirai Ken		A masterpiece that sings of life's suffering and hope
22	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A rousing cheer song of friendship and burning passion that resonates with high school baseball players
23	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A moving ballad of gratitude to parents and setting off on a new journey
24	Velvet Poemback number		A song about the courage to live as yourself
25	one’s true feelingssumika		sumika's “Hon'ne” is a cheer song
26	Life is BeautifulKetsumeishi		An anthem that cheers you on through tough days
27	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism “Shukumei”: valuing effort and results
28	rainbowAqua Timez		The drama theme song 'Niji' is a masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
29	Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children		A song about the courage to pave your own path
30	Song of Springsupittsu		Spitz's 'Haru no Uta' resonates with the heart.
31	It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT		A famous song by BLUE ENCOUNT that sings about the strength to overcome hardship
32	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s moving song that sings of hope for the future
33	HinataSUPER BEAVER		The masterpiece “Hinata” that gives you the courage to take on challenges
34	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A heartwarming song cheering on dads in their 40s
35	Green boysGReeeeN		A song of courage that never gives up on dreams, wishing for recovery from the disaster
36	migratory bird[Alexandros]		[Alexandros]'s signature song, a cheer song that supports you as you pursue your dreams
37	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s heartrending classic resonates across diverse situations.
38	ultramarineYOASOBI		The moving song “Gunjō” that resonates with the heart is an inspiring anthem supporting high school students.
39	Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		Angela Aki’s youth cheer song
40	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		An anthem that encourages the courage to live fully in the present
41	If you laugh at the skywacci		A song that resonates with the heart, cheering on life's efforts
42	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		An anthem of encouragement that helps you overcome setbacks and gives you courage
43	fightYUI		A powerful graduation song that resonates in the heart by YUI
44	Don’t give upZARD		“Makenaide” is an anthem of encouragement that transcends generations.
45	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A timeless song that gives courage to those who strive: “Nando Demo”
46	To you, who’s trying your hardest in the whole worldHARCO		A wholehearted love song from a clumsy man
47	ANCHORWANIMA		An anthem for facing pressure
48	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		An iconic song that inspires the courage to live life to the fullest
49	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Yu Takahashi’s cheer song conveys the importance of a smile.
50	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A moving movie theme song that sings of the courage to live
51	Funny Bunnythe pillows		The appeal of the pillows’ classic song “Funny Bunny”
52	Fifty’s Map: A Map for AdultsMr.Children		A moving song that depicts adult life
53	paintingŌmori Motoki		A hauntingly mystical song that stirs Motoki Omori’s heart
54	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s classic: a song about the courage to overcome walls
55	PUZZLEShimizu Shota		A moving song that sings of dreams and the bonds of friendship
56	Be yourselfSaucy Dog		Let's live true to ourselves without fearing mistakes.
57	We againSG		A heartwarming song sung by the SNS-popular SG
58	smileAnly		The courage to face forward, warm singing voice and lyrics
59	Jungle P5050		A cheer song that reaches those who chase their dreams
60	Hallelujahmosao.		A heart-soothing cheer song sung by Mosao.
61	rainbowTakahashi Yuu		Gain the courage to keep moving forward without giving up after setbacks
62	HOMEShimizu Shota		Shota Shimizu’s tear-jerking cheer song
63	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		Makihara Noriyuki’s cheer song “Donna Toki mo” resonates with my heart.
64	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		EXILE’s graduation song “Michi” is popular.
65	Just being alive is admirable.ReoNa		A song about believing in oneself amidst despair
66	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		An anthem that encourages the courage to live as your true self
67	FanfareTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s moving cheer song conveys the courage to face forward.
68	I believeayaka		Ayaka’s debut song “I BELIEVE,” a moving masterpiece
69	I thought about killing myselfamazarashi		For Mika Nakashima, a song of negativity and hope.
70	It’s fine.Urufuruzu		A self-affirming cheer song: Ulfuls' 'Een-en' (It's All Right)
71	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		LGM’s cheer song, a song of tears and hope
72	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A classic song in which Superfly sings of her own strength and hope.
73	One-Sixth Dream TravelerHiguchi Ryōichi		Ending theme song of How Do You Like Wednesday?
74	HeroAmuro Namie		The Rio Olympics cheer song 'Hero' is moving.
75	HarukaYOASOBI		A YOASOBI song that depicts gratitude toward things and people
76	It’s going to spill.YU-KI		A song about the courage to cherish your true self
77	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s youth theme song
78	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		Noriyuki Makihara’s “Tooku Tooku” is a masterpiece that encourages you in life.
79	Cheering songTHE Inazuma Sentai		A song whose passionate message to a best friend resonates in the heart
80	Your SongSHE’S		An inspiring song about the courage to rise in life
81	Your Song (Kimi no Uta)Abe Mao		Songs that give you energy, tunes that push you forward
82	We areONE OK ROCK		A song of courage that faces weakness and looks ahead
83	If I can laughUrufuruzu		Healed by the power of music, smiles and happiness spread.
84	Philosophy[Alexandros]		A rousing cheer song by [Alexandros] that resonates with the heart
85	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Life is a paper airplane, a song of challenge and hope
86	CorrectRADWIMPS		A cheer song by RADWIMPS, let’s move forward at our own pace
87	premonitionSUPER BEAVER		An anthem that believes in being yourself
88	What do you want to become?Rozarīna		A song that depicts a heart wavering between dreams and reality
89	No matter what I do, it’s no good.Okazaki Taiiku		A song of courage that doesn’t give up even after failure
90	budKobukuro		A moving drama theme song by Obuchi and Kuroda
91	Tears-kun, good morning again today!ano		Reexamining my sense of purpose through ano’s songs
92	Twenty-nine, thirtykuriipuhaipe		The courage to look ahead, even while voicing one's doubts
93	Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN		Starlit Cheers: A Miraculous Encounter and a Song of Hope
94	Azure Swimnishina		An inspiring song, a message to swim freely through life.
95	Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s powerful cheer song
96	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Ayaka Hirahara’s heartwarming fight song
97	If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro		A celebrated song by Naotaro Moriyama imbued with a message about life
98	OathBEGIN		An anthem of encouragement for the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
99	MuseYoshizawa Kayoko		Yoshizawa Kayoko’s moving cheer song
100	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK
101	Spring Songikimonogakari		A classic that sings of the bittersweetness and hope of spring, an anthem of encouragement and courage
102	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A musical piece of respect and inspiration for the unnamed people
103	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA’s powerful cheer song
104	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		An encouraging song that pushes you forward toward your dreams
105	Don’t die!kocchi no kento		Singer Kento Sugō’s songs that resonate with the heart
106	SymphonyHirai Dai		Hirai Dai singing upbeat songs in surf music
107	There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu		'There's Always Tomorrow' becomes an anthem that encourages and uplifts society.
108	textbookZa Masumisairu		An anthem that cheers you on to work hard like a human
109	The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that sings of loneliness and heartache
110	PRIDEImai Miki		A cheerleading love song that turns a secret love into pride
111	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
112	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		Atsuko Okamura’s warm song that supports passion for dreams
113	Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa		A passionate anthem for those who chase their dreams: the power of courage
114	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s cheering song resonates with the heart.
115	Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu		A message song of hope and rebirth themed around cherry blossoms
116	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
117	Attitudekohanaramu		Cheering song by Kohanaramu, popular on YouTube
118	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A song of courage to pursue one’s true self and move toward hope
119	Before the departureWANIMA		WANIMA's cheer song: a new-life support track
120	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A rock ballad that overcomes a sense of emptiness and sings of hope
121	Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya		A heartwarming song that expresses Takaya Kawasaki’s deep feelings for his beloved
122	It’s okay to cry.Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A moving, heartfelt song with lyrics by Miyuki Nakajima
123	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A powerful pop number by CHAGE and ASKA that portrays youth and the struggles of life
124	Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s cheering song warms the heart
125	DREAMERyamazaru		Get courage from a powerful cheer song
126	For DecadesLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s J.League support song
127	Twilight NostalgiaNaoto Intiraymi		The Appeal of Naoto Inti Raymi’s Songs and the Healing of Sunset Nostalgia
128	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Valuing your true self through an anthem of youth
129	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		Theme song of a figure skating anime
130	Critical HitRADWIMPS		An uplifting anthem that gives you the courage to face forward and take on challenges
131	Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman		The Beauty of Unseen Effort and a Song of Gratitude
132	I…atarayo		A song that portrays self-transformation and emotional growth through love
133	voiceHitsuji Bungaku		An anthem that gives you the courage to face your destiny
134	Dear you,Novelbright		Expressing feelings for a loved one through a song of gratitude
135	THANXWANIMA		A hope-filled cheering song, a heartwarming work
136	No.1DISH//		A song of courage to push the limits and pursue your dreams
137	Super BallTOMOO		Live true to yourself without forgetting a sincere heart
138	Farewell, tearsKetsumeishi		An encouraging song that praises oneself and acknowledges tears.
139	sonetACIDMAN		A song by ACIDMAN that portrays the importance of living true to oneself
140	JourneyFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s masterpiece that depicts the journey of life