[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 Support Songs (41–50)
Believe in yourselfAbe Mao
This is a song by singer-songwriter Mao Abe that was used as the theme for the anime Baby Steps.
As the title “Believe in yourself” suggests, it’s a track that helps you gain confidence in yourself! The lyrics say that only you can know whether you’re truly working toward your goals, and they teach the importance of persevering no matter what others say.
It also reminds us of a crucial truth: those who keep working hard without running away are rewarded.
When you lose confidence and feel you can’t keep trying, listening to this song will help you get back up and give it another go!
[For Those Who Strive] Uplifting Cheer Songs (51–60)
NO MORE CRYD-51
A signature song by D-51, a hugely popular artist known for straightforward lyrics and a clear, pure singing voice.
It carries a strong message of walking together with a loved one toward a bright tomorrow, and its positive lyrics and upbeat melody energize everyone who listens.
Like the shining moonSuperfly
This song, featuring Shiho Ochi’s powerful vocals from Superfly, is truly captivating.
Like the moon in the night sky, it depicts someone shining under the light of a precious person.
It conveys heartfelt gratitude with the words “thank you,” along with a resolve to walk a new path—warming the heart.
Released in August 2012, the song was also used as the theme for the TBS drama “Summer Rescue: Tenku no Shinryojo.” When you’re working hard but not seeing results, listening to this track will surely give you the courage to look ahead.
It’s a reassuring song you’ll want to dedicate to someone special with gratitude.
Shine in the cruel nightLiSA
LiSA’s “Shine in the Cruel Night,” released in 2025, was chosen as the theme song for Chapter One of the theatrical Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle arc.
Its sound is both tense and grand, building momentum toward the chorus in a way that conveys determination.
The lyrics, which align with the story and portray grasping for light within darkness, are striking and feel like an encouraging message to keep moving forward.
It was also featured as a Spotify commercial song tied to the Demon Slayer narrative, where the track’s grandeur seems to enhance the commercial’s comical visuals.
FunnyBunnythe pillows
“Funny Bunny,” one of the pillows’ signature songs, is included on their eighth album, HAPPY BIVOUAC, released in 1999.
Many artists have covered it, and it’s even been used in commercials.
For a lot of people, it’s a song that brings them to tears, or one they turn to when they’re exhausted by everything.
Though it has a soft, gentle feel, the chorus hits hard—it’s a track that grabs you by the heart.
A bright futurenever young beach
The generous expansiveness of vocalist Yuma Abe’s voice is pleasing to the ear and makes you feel the future is bright.
The fact that the band name comes from “never, young, and beach — each sounded cool, so we put them all in” is a charming touch, too.
I’m really looking forward to the increasingly dynamic future of Nebayan.
Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa
A signature song by the rock band Road of Major, known for their rough yet beautiful high-tone vocals and catchy melodies.
Its uplifting lyrics—about moving toward your dreams, even if you stop many times, while supporting each other as friends—give courage to listeners.