Masterpieces that sing of effort. Recommended popular songs.
Work, studying, club activities, everyday life…
To make anything go well, daily effort is essential.
But even when we know that, it’s hard to keep it up—that’s what makes it difficult!
Everyone has times when they want to try hard but just can’t.
In those moments, how about listening to some wonderful music and giving it one more push?
In this article, I’ll introduce not only songs themed around effort, but also songs that cheer you on as you keep trying.
If you take in the messages woven into the lyrics, I’m sure you’ll be able to keep going.
Take your time and listen to the songs we’re about to introduce.
Playlist
| Masterpieces that sing of effort. Recommended popular songs. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Effort just one millimeter aheadNon Stop Rabbit |  play_arrow | Working hard now for the future—conveying the importance of that… |
| 2east | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | I’m watching you give it your all, so be ki— |
| 3east | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | What I worked hard on together with my companions—someday that will surely… |
| 4east | Philosophy[Alexandros] | ![Philosophy[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jIysnJZewLQ/default.jpg) play_arrow | An address to myself, who somehow can no longer keep trying… |
| 5east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Released in 2017 by SHISHAMO… |
| 6east | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Released in 2004, Yuzu’s 21st si... |
| 7east | Shineieiri reo |  play_arrow | The second single released in 2012… |
| 8east | fateSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | I won the match, passed the entrance exam, and I was in charge... |
| 9east | Endless JourneyMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr… who depicted life as an endless journey. |
| 10east | light standberii guddoman |  play_arrow | The song title “Right Stand” refers to the right-field stands in baseball… |
| 11east | Dream FighterPerfume |  play_arrow | A divine song that continues to support Perfume. Produc… |
| 12east | possibilitySambomasutā |  play_arrow | The album Sun..., released in 2015 |
| 13east | Sense of Wondersumika |  play_arrow | The catchy sound is bright and lovely… |
| 14east | rainbowTakahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | It's okay to fail, so stand up and just… |
| 15east | GloriousBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song themed around effort and challenge... |
| 16east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A classic song celebrating hope and adventure is in SEKAI n... |
| 17east | Yume-yumeONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Appealing to the importance of not giving up on your dreams and continuing to pursue them… |
| 18east | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song brimming with bittersweetness and romance is captivating… |
| 19east | No matter how, no matter howshikuramen |  play_arrow | The importance of continuing to move forward even when facing difficulties... |
| 20east | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | Singing of the courage and hope to overcome life's trials… |
| 21east | The world still doesn’t know you yet.Abe Mao |  play_arrow | A song by Mao Abe that sings about the importance of effort and taking on challenges... |
| 22east | In the MorningMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A Mrs.-like refreshing and rhythmic up-tempo... |
| 23east | Dream AddressRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | In a RADWIMPS song, convey the importance of effort through the lyrics and the tone. |
| 24east | I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | The youthful punk rock band Sambomaster's... |
| 25east | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Alexan..., which was released in 2015 |
| 26east | Before the departureWANIMA |  play_arrow | I feel energized, like, “Alright, I’m going to give it my all again.” |
| 27east | (You Can Do) EverythingONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE OR ROCK that never wavers... |
| 28east | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | The smash-hit TV anime My Hero Academia… |
| 29east | To tomorrowFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | FUNKY MONKEY BABYS presents... |
| 30east | SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | The five commercial TV networks are joining forces to liven up 2020... |
| 31east | excessively earnest; overly serious to a fault; straight-lacedCreepy Nuts×Ayase×Ikuta Rira |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song for those who strive, a message of encouragement |
| 32east | OH!SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A SHISHAMO-style life that transcends its era… |
| 33east | doorGReeeeN |  play_arrow | I have no choice but to do it—I just have to keep moving forward... |
| 34east | BeginningBLUE ENCOUNT |  play_arrow | Let's cherish this very moment—it makes me feel that way... |
| 35east | Count to tenTakehara Pisutoru |  play_arrow | Takehara Pistol, who has clawed his way up to the majors... |
| 36east | WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro |  play_arrow | It was released in 2007, but now… |
| 37east | Starting Line ~ A New BreezeBaba Toshihide |  play_arrow | It feels gentle, as if Toshihide Baba’s personality is shining through. |
| 38east | BELIEVENiziU |  play_arrow | A J-pop song about the importance of keeping your eyes forward and continuing to move ahead. |
| 39east | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A refreshing melody and a sound brimming with a sense of speed... |
| 40east | ImaginationSPYAIR |  play_arrow | I’ll definitely become the person I imagine myself to be! And... |
| 41east | BraveNaoto Intiraymi |  play_arrow | No matter how hard I try, it’s hopeless—there’s nothing to gain... |
| 42east | Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman |  play_arrow | You, who keep trying, are a wonderful cheer song |
| 43east | HinataSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | The masterpiece “Hinata” that gives you the courage to take on challenges |
| 44east | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | We often hear it as the song used in au’s commercials, don’t we? |
| 45east | far; distant; by farGReeeeN |  play_arrow | This piece, which begins alongside a spring landscape, heralds a new... |
| 46east | Because you’re my hero.LiSA |  play_arrow | The hit of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’s theme song “Gurenge”... |
| 47east | Believe in yourselfAbe Mao |  play_arrow | Abe Mao’s characteristically soaring singing voice and… |
| 48east | CrossKamenashi Kazuya |  play_arrow | Kazuya Kamenashi's sports program theme song |
| 49east | Whether crying or laughingKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Listening to this Ketsumeishi song, what kind of feeli… |
| 50east | At The LastSKY-HI |  play_arrow | A powerful cheer for young people pursuing their dreams |
| 51east | I just can’t give up.GENIC |  play_arrow | An anthem that cheers on those who keep pursuing their dreams without giving in to setbacks |
| 52east | Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | I’ll be cheering you on anytime, anywhere… |
| 53east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A signature song that sings of the hopes and purity of youth |
| 54east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A grand song that sings of courage and hope with bow and arrow |
| 55east | SUGOI MUSICIriño Miyu |  play_arrow | This song, for which Miyu Irino was responsible for both the lyrics and composition... |
| 56east | Workin’ HardFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Basketball World Cup theme song: Fujii Kaze offers passionate support |
| 57east | HelloAee! group |  play_arrow | Boost your energy with Aぇ! group’s new song |
| 58east | My dressneguse. |  play_arrow | Figure skating cheer song |
| 59east | Heaven and Earth ReversalNICO Touches the Walls |  play_arrow | It’s the theme song of the anime Haikyuu!!, and… |
| 60east | speedGRe4N BOYZ |  play_arrow | A powerful message song about moving forward |
| 61east | WORK HARDchanmina |  play_arrow | An anime theme song—a powerful track about effort and challenge |
| 62east | Ruts -Wadachi-Kobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s powerful portrayal of life’s journey… |
| 63east | Small RevolutionSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | Singing of everyday courage and self-transformation |
| 64east | Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A musical piece of respect and inspiration for the unnamed people |
| 65east | No matter how smallwacci |  play_arrow | An encouraging song by wacci that expresses the courage to face one’s weakness |
| 66east | prideGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN composed the Koshien theme song |
| 67east | Peter PanYuuri |  play_arrow | An anthem that cheers on the courage to pursue your dreams and be yourself |
| 68east | I want to brag.SUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A warm song about the desire to be someone your loved one can be proud of |
| 69east | Live beautifullytakane no nadeshiko |  play_arrow | LiSA, who skyrocketed in popularity with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba... |
| 70east | breakthroughSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER's passionate message song |
| 71east | guidanceNoGoD |  play_arrow | Visual kei heavy metal band NoGo… |
| 72east | THE AMBITIONHilcrhyme |  play_arrow | Hilcrhyme rouses you with hot hip-hop |