Encouraging songs: timeless masterpieces that resonate with the heart, recommended popular tracks

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With lyrics that cheer on the challenges of young people and an expansive, grand sound, this track is quintessential imase.

Released in October 2024 as the support song for the National High School Soccer Championship, it features beautiful strings, sing-along choruses, and a powerful beat.

The lyric “Run toward your goal” reflects imase’s own experiences as well.

It’s a heartwarming song that gently supports those facing difficulties and those about to embark on new challenges.

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miwa　『fighting-Φ-girls short ver.』

Speaking of miwa, one of her charms is her sun-like brightness.

“fighting-φ-girls” is a cheer song for girls, and it was also used as the theme song for the TV drama “Masshiro.” Her bursting vocals and straightforward lyrics really hit you in the heart! It’s a song that fills you with energy and makes you go, “All right!” as you listen.

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ProgressSuga Shikao

Shikao Suga / Reconstruction Support Studio Live “Progress”

This is a song famous for being used as the theme of NHK’s “Professional: Shigoto no Ryuugi.” Its lyrics, which capture the gap between the ideal self and the real self and encourage you to take one more step even after setbacks, give you a push forward.

It’s an eternal anthem for those who dare to challenge themselves.

How many times has the blue sky appeared?Nogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'How Many Times Has That Blue Sky Appeared?' Short Ver.

This is a song I want you to listen to when you feel anxious, wondering if it’s okay to stay the way you are amid the repetition of everyday life.

Reading the lyrics, which evoke vivid scenes, makes you feel like you shouldn’t just let your ordinary days pass by as ordinary, and inspires you to cherish the irreplaceable present that will never come again.

FrolnelUchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai

Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai “Fronel”

I think many people can relate to these lyrics.

They sing about the small joys in everyday life, like a warm bath after coming home exhausted or taking a second nap on a day off.

Even in our busy daily lives, this song encourages us to cherish the happiness that small pleasures bring and to move forward with a positive outlook.

I want to be a woman.Hamano Haruki

Haruki Hamano “I Want to Be a Woman – WomaN” (Official Music Video)

An anthem of support for those who want to become so strong it brings them to tears.

A single released by Haruki Hamano in January 2024 is drawing attention.

Under the powerful banner of “I want to remain a woman,” her voice lays bare the real, unfiltered feelings of women—something many listeners are surely connecting with.

The song expresses a resolve to live true to oneself, reached after overcoming bad romantic experiences.

Announced as the third installment in a six-month consecutive release series, this track is sure to gently nudge you forward if you want to live honestly with your feelings in a modern society that can feel suffocating.

Keep Your Fire BurningAbe Mao

Mao Abe – Keep Your Fire Burning [Official Music Video] (TV Anime “The Unwanted Undead Adventurer” Ending Theme)

Mao Abe’s music is known for combining power with warmth.

Released in January 2024, this song was also used as the ending theme for the TV anime “The Unwanted Undead Adventurer.” Singing about the importance of keeping your inner fire burning, it gives you the courage to keep shining even in the face of adversity.

The lyrics, which seem to stay close to the listener’s heart, and Mao Abe’s distinctive vocals are a perfect match, making it a track that gives you energy every time you hear it.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to especially when you’re feeling down or on the verge of losing confidence.