[For those who strive] An encouraging cheer song
I keep working hard every day toward my goal, but the results just aren’t coming…
Do you or anyone around you ever struggle with that feeling?
When things don’t go the way you want despite your best efforts, it’s really tough and can wear you down.
At times like that, how about cheering someone up with a motivational song?
In this article, I’ll introduce lots of powerful tracks that stand by those who are doing their best and lift them up!
I’ve picked songs packed with messages that feel like they’re being sung just for you, so you’re sure to find the perfect one!
Here’s hoping the day comes when the efforts of everyone who’s working hard are rewarded.
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[For those who strive] Encouraging Cheer Songs (11–20)
LUCKYheisei furamingo
It’s a cheer song that starts with a chant reminiscent of school club activities.
Created by Heisei Flamingo, a video creator duo with massive support, it was released in March 2026.
A refreshing tune where a lively melody layers over a powerful rock sound.
It’s infused with the resolve to affirm your true self and move forward, and it will set your heart ablaze when you listen.
Recommended for times when you lack confidence in your choices or need a push from behind.
ultramarineYOASOBI
This song by the hugely popular music duo YOASOBI is an anthem that supports people who immerse themselves in what they love during their youth.
Saying you love what you love and throwing yourself into it wholeheartedly—especially for younger generations—often means facing many inner conflicts.
Even while constantly questioning themselves—‘Is this really okay?’—and battling anxiety, they keep trying over and over again.
This song is recommended for times when you want to cheer on someone like that.
YOASOBI is known for creating songs based on novels, and the source for this track is a story text titled “Aoi wo Mikata ni” (With Blue on My Side).
It features a young person aiming to become a painter, and the lyrics of the song also use painting as a central motif.
The sun rises again and again.Dragon Ash
A song that carries a message of renewal and hope: even while grappling with setbacks and stagnation, time turns on and morning comes.
Its structure begins quietly and gradually gathers warmth, conveying a gentle, enveloping tenderness.
Chosen as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime DT Eightron, it was released as a single in May 1998.
It was later included on Dragon Ash’s album Buzz Songs and has enjoyed long-standing support, including taking first place in a fan poll with roughly 200,000 votes.
Embraced in the context of post-disaster recovery as a song to help people rise from despair, this piece offers a number that can give those lost in doubt and anxiety a nudge to face forward.
ikigai (a reason for living; the thing that gives one’s life meaning and purpose)SUPER BEAVER
It’s a rock number that affirms not only athletes heading into their biggest moments, but everyone who’s doing their best to live each day.
This track by the four-piece rock band SUPER BEAVER was chosen as the athlete support song for Fuji TV’s coverage of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
More than the outcomes of victory or defeat, its message about the value of all the steps and the journey leading up to that point resonates deeply.
It was also used in broadcasts such as the All-Japan Figure Skating Championships 2025, moving many viewers.
This is a song you’ll especially want to hear when you’re worn out by a new environment and feeling the May blues, or when you’ve lost confidence in what you’ve been doing.
It will gently give you a push, telling you that the path you’ve taken so far is not wrong.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
Speaking of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, their appeal lies in their wide range of songs, from guitar rock to upbeat tracks infused with electronic sounds, but simple rock ballads like this one are also truly wonderful.
When you keep working toward a goal, there will be good times and bad.
In those moments, you might feel like “I’m the only one having a hard time.” But if you listen to this song, you’ll feel, “I’m not the only one struggling—everyone’s doing their best.” What’s more, it empowers you to enjoy even the struggle toward your goal, turning it into a proud journey, and gives you the strength to live fully in the present.
DiamondBUMP OF CHICKEN
Although it’s considered one of the less commercially successful songs released after their major-label debut, it has garnered steadfast support for its powerful message.
For those who are doing their best but not seeing results, I’d love for you to listen and reignite your inner strength.
The lyrics are excellent as well, likening one’s irreplaceable existence to a precious diamond.
If you struggle with self-affirmation and catch yourself thinking, “It doesn’t matter whether I’m here or not,” this is a must-listen!
[For those who strive] Encouraging cheer songs (21–30)
Don’t give upZARD
When it comes to 90s J-pop cheer songs, this track is absolutely indispensable! The straightforward message in its title, “Don’t Give Up,” is sure to resonate with anyone who’s keeping up their efforts.
Beyond the encouraging lyrics, Izumi Sakai’s clear and refreshing vocals are also a major draw.
When you feel like you’re about to give in, listening to this song might give you that extra push.
And if someone important to you seems close to breaking, try sending them this song.