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A song that encourages you just by listening

Do you listen to music when you’re feeling down or want to cheer yourself up?

If you love music, you’ve probably thought, “I want to listen to a wonderful song that lifts me up.”

In this article, I’ll introduce songs that stay close to your heart and gently encourage you.

Just by listening, you may start to feel a little better, or find yourself pushed forward by the messages in the lyrics.

I hope this helps lighten your heavy heart, even just a little.

Songs that encourage you just by listening (1–10)

Funny Bunnythe pillows

The pillows’ “Funny Bunny” is a classic that has been covered by many artists.

Its lyrics are very profound, and the B-melody in particular can be interpreted in various ways depending on how you think about it.

Those deep lyrics might resonate with your downcast feelings in some way.

We areONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – We are -Japanese Ver.- [Official Music Video]
We areONE OK ROCK

It’s a quintessential ONE OK ROCK song that layers multiple sounds and blends Japanese and English.

Unlike the uptempo tracks you might associate with ONE OK ROCK, it’s relaxed yet brimming with a force that steadily pushes in on you.

Even if you don’t understand English, the title shouted in the chorus sticks in your ears and makes you want to shout along—an irresistibly captivating track.

AmbitiousSuperfly

Superfly 『Ambitious』Music Video
AmbitiousSuperfly

It’s the theme song for the drama “I Will Not Work Overtime, Period!” At first glance, the song moves along calmly and slowly.

However, after that run-up, it unleashes an incredible explosion in the chorus.

The shock in that moment—like being jolted awake—and the lyrics that feel as if they’re speaking directly to you will blow your worries away all at once.

Songs That Encourage You Just by Listening (11–20)

Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Sung over a bright, lightly strummed band sound, this is a song that looks straight ahead with unbounded positivity.

I hope you’ll give it a listen whenever you’re feeling down.

With no evidence at all, it shouts that tomorrow will be a good day—and it’s sure to become a song that gives you a push forward.

The First Steprakkuraifu

Luck Life / The First Step [Music Video] (TV Anime 'Cheer Boys!!' Opening Theme)
The First Steprakkuraifu

It’s the opening song of the TV anime Cheer Boys!! The neatly phrased vocals, the endlessly hype-building call-and-response and chorus, and the simple yet powerful composition make it a standout track.

It’s a wonderful song that gives you the courage to take a step forward when you’re troubled or find yourself standing still.

YELLikimonogakari

YELL – Ikimono-gakari (Full)
YELLikimonogakari

It begins with a quiet piano, and just hearing the intro melody might make many think it’s a lonely ballad.

However, as the title suggests, it’s actually a song that cheers us on.

The chorus in particular is very simple and short, yet striking.

It’s a song I want people to hear when their daily haze just won’t lift.

As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE

This is a song that was used as the theme for the drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours.” It’s a track filled with positivity, encouraging you to keep trying no matter how many times you fail.

Many people likely drew courage from the chorus, where the title is shouted repeatedly.

It’s also a great song to sing and shout yourself when you’re going through tough times.