[Uplifting Songs] A curated selection of popular and latest tracks to energize your school cultural festivals!

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

RADWIMPS’s songs all have a sense of exhilaration that lifts up our everyday lives, like scenes from a movie.

Among their tracks, the one that especially suits school festivals or cultural festivals is “Zenzenzense.” It was the theme song for the 2016 animated film Your Name and left a powerful impression.

The lyrics, melody, and every detail of the performance carry a dramatic quality unique to this song, making it great not only for the main event but also as background music during preparations.

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Murakami Shinpei

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Adolescent Complexkessoku bando

TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” opening sequence / “Seishun Complex” #Kessoku Band

A single packed tight with the radiance of youth, performed by Kessoku Band! It begins with aching loneliness and portrays, with striking authenticity, a teenager’s feelings as they push through pain to set themselves free.

Released in October 2022 as the opening theme for the anime “Bocchi the Rock!”, it became a major hit.

The emotionally charged band sound—crafted with meticulous care by the production team—is perfect for school and culture festivals.

It’s a cheer song we’d love to deliver to every young person wrestling with adolescence.

Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy

Monster’s Flower Song / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Singer-songwriter Vaundy, acclaimed not only for his attention-grabbing modern musical sensibility but also for his artwork and visual production, released the digital-only single “Kaiju no Hanauta” as an advance track from his first album, “strobo.” The song was featured in Maruha Nichiro’s WILDish series commercial, “For Us.” With its simple rock ensemble, it’s approachable for beginner band members, and its popularity makes it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at school festivals.

A hit tune with a catchy, refreshing melody that sticks in your head—and a call-and-response that’s fun to do live.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Cry Baby [Official Video]

This song by Official HIGE DANDism portrays a powerful figure who keeps facing hardships again and again.

It’s also famous as the theme song for the anime Tokyo Revengers, and its sound, which overlaps with the story’s themes, is compelling in how it stirs up courage.

The progression from a mood of struggle to a bright, uplifting chorus, along with frequent key changes, is distinctive, packing a variety of expressions into a single track.

Even as the atmosphere shifts, it consistently depicts the strength to confront challenges, making it a perfect song for youth heading toward the future.

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kappamaki

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migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

It’s one of [Alexandros]’s signature songs, radiating a sense of brightness like spreading your wings toward the open sky and filled with strong hope for the future.

It’s probably quite well-known, having been used as the theme song for the film “Akegarasu” and in various commercials.

The song seems to depict a departure inspired by migratory birds, empathizing with the anxiety of stepping into the unknown while giving you the strength to believe in the hope and possibilities that lie ahead.

It’s a refreshing track that teaches you to trust in your bonds with friends and in your own potential.

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chantAdo

[Sing] Ado “Simple Dance” — A simple arranged dance you can do at recitals and sports days! The easy version of the “Zombie Dance,” which is super popular at USJ!

A song by Ado that became a hot topic as a collaboration track for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event.

It’s an impressive piece with passionate expression and powerful vocals.

With uplifting lyrics that encourage you to “unleash your emotions and live freely in the moment!”, it has captured the hearts of young listeners.

Since its release in September 2023, it has topped various charts and drawn significant attention.

Remarkably, it surpassed 100 million streams just a few weeks after release.

It’s a high-energy track that’s perfect as a school festival theme song—highly recommended for students looking for a crowd-pleaser.

Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei

[MV] A Classroom in Blue / Suisei Hoshimachi (hololive × HoneyWorks) [#HoloHani Original]

It’s a song filled with deep emotion and hope, as if capturing the warm bonds of youth.

Suisei Hoshimachi’s expressive, radiant vocals resonate with life’s milestones like graduation and farewells, giving listeners the courage to take a step toward a positive future.

Included on the album “Horohani-gaoka High School,” released on February 28, 2024, this track is part of the first collaboration project between hololive and HoneyWorks.

Its tie-in campaign with JOYSOUND also drew attention.

I’m sure it’s a song that will speak to the hearts of students in the midst of their cherished cultural festival memories.