[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 (21–30)
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
An energetic track that covers a nursery rhyme everyone’s heard at least once, given a bold rock arrangement in true WANIMA style.
Even when you’re feeling sluggish before starting to study, the song’s exhilarating drive will naturally boost your motivation.
Its positive message—urging you to try first without fearing failure—will give powerful encouragement to anyone tackling entrance exams or test prep.
Released as a digital single in January 2017, it also created a buzz as the theme song for au’s “Santaro” commercial series.
Give it a listen when you want to face your weaker subjects with a positive mindset.
You Got Thism-flo
m-flo is a group that fuses a wide range of genres and constantly pursues innovative sounds.
“You Got This,” their first track in about seven years created solely by the three members—LISA, VERBAL, and ☆Taku—is a number brimming with positive energy.
While carrying anxieties yet choosing to move forward, the song expresses that resolve over a danceable beat.
It’s a perfect anthem for when you want to fire yourself up.
[For those who strive] Encouraging cheer songs (31–40)
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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A signature song by the rock band [Alexandros], adored by music fans for their soaring high-tone vocals and driving, fast-paced sound.
It carries a positive message encouraging listeners to boldly leap toward tomorrow without fearing failure.
Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN
As the title suggests, this song—which was used as the theme for NHK’s morning drama Yell—is perfect for when you want to cheer someone on.
The lyrics, centered on the meaning of being born and on mutually supporting the people you hold dear, are striking.
If someone is struggling with worries and has lost confidence, please let them hear this song.
It carries the message that when times are tough, we help each other, and that there are friends around you who will lend a hand.
It’s a song that can surely become a source of strength for someone important to you.
Go for it!Nakajima Miyuki
A classic motivational song that has been covered by countless artists, “Fight!” As the title suggests, the chorus is filled with words that encourage those who keep bravely taking on challenges.
It’s said that Miyuki Nakajima created this song based on messages from listeners of the radio program she appeared on.
Because it weaves in real stories of people striving hard and the genuine cheers that support them, it feels like a song close to home.
Carry OnEXILE
An up-tempo number by EXILE, one of Japan’s leading entertainment groups.
Even when you face hardships that make you want to give up, it carries the message of believing in your dreams, and its bright melody encourages listeners.
parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism’s crystal-clear vocals and the piano’s timbre match exquisitely, gripping listeners’ hearts and never letting go.
Their previous song, “I Love…,” was also a huge hit—a bittersweet love song that made hearts ache.
In contrast, “Parabola” is a number brimming with hope, marking a fresh step forward.
It’s the perfect song to give to someone who’s striving positively toward a goal.
