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

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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Fanfaresumika

sumika / Fanfare [Music Video]

An uplifting anthem that strikes a chord with its driving melody and bright lyrics! It’s a song that encourages a brave first step—from darkness into light, breaking out of your shell.

The invigorating sound alone gives you energy, and the storytelling—accepting your own weaknesses while stepping into a new world—is memorable.

This refreshing track, woven by sumika’s band sound, was released as a double A-side single in August 2018 and also drew attention as the opening theme for the animated film “I Want to Eat Your Pancreas.” It’s perfect for school festival dances, choirs, or band performances, and is sure to gently embrace the entire venue!

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.

Kissing You of ApologyE-girls

E-girls / “Kissing You, I’m Sorry” ~Short ver.~

Released in October 2013, this is E-girls’ sixth single and was chosen as the theme song for the film “The Apology King” starring Sadao Abe.

It’s a sprightly dance number driven by a four-on-the-floor beat and bright synths, brimming with an exhilarating momentum that makes you want to move.

The unique lyrics cheerfully and poppily sing about saying “I’m sorry,” and the relatively even melody line makes it easy to sing—perfect for getting hyped with friends at karaoke.

It peaked at No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was later included on the following year’s album “COLORFUL POP,” making it one of E-girls’ signature tracks.

With its comical yet upbeat vibe, it’s a great pick-me-up when you need a boost.

rayBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN「ray」

This is a song by BUMP OF CHICKEN characterized by a grand, expanding sound that feels like your field of vision is widening, and lyrics that turn inward to face oneself.

The digital tones woven into the sound seem to express the light referenced in the title as well as a sense of spatial vastness.

The lyrics leave a strong impression, as if slowly retracing one’s memories, conveying that feelings of suffering and hope are precious memories that make up who you are—and that they are being cherished.

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