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.
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Songs that encourage you just by listening (21–30)
Go for it!!Urufuruzu
When you enter the working world, there are times when you can really feel down, right? For those who want to bounce back all at once with an energetic song in those moments, I recommend Ulfuls’ “Guts Da Ze!!”.
When it was released, Japan was also facing earthquakes and various incidents, but this is a song that has long been loved for brightening up the country!
Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi
Among Elephant Kashimashi’s many uplifting songs, this one is especially known for giving listeners a boost.
Many people will recognize it from the Ukon no Chikara TV commercial.
Without saying anything complicated, its utterly simple lyrics rouse our spirits.
It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone who feels worn out by everyday life.
99 Steps feat. Kohjiya, Hana HopeSTUTS
This refreshing and stylish track produced by beatmaker STUTS is a must-listen! Released in May 2025, it was chosen as the official song for Pocari Sweat’s commercial “You Are Surely Someone’s Sun.” Built on STUTS’s signature hip-hop foundation with a smooth, feel-good beat, the unique styles of rapper Kohjiya and singer Hana Hope come together to create something truly emotional.
This song feels like it gives courage to those who are hesitating just one step before the goal, helping them take that final step forward.
It’s the ultimate anthem to cheer you on and give you a push toward your goals!
IdeaHoshino Gen
This is a masterpiece by Gen Hoshino that I especially want you to listen to when you’re feeling a bit low.
Released in August 2018, the song was used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue.” Its structure is captivating, unfolding from a buoyant, marimba-based intro into a gentle first verse.
His warm voice gives you a soft push forward.
The positive worldview—one that seems to turn even the sound of rain into song—will surely lighten your heart, whether on your commute to work or school, or as you stand before an important challenge.
Love MySelfIS:SUE
A refreshing cheer song that gently nudges people to take their first step toward a challenge.
IS:SUE’s brisk melodies and soft harmonies stay close to the listener’s heart.
Set for release in February 2025, this work powerfully sings about the importance of believing in yourself, even as it touches on feelings of anxiety.
Riding on a danceable, pop sound, it delivers a message of self-affirmation in down-to-earth words.
For those feeling uneasy before a new chapter or unsure about their choices, it will surely bring warm courage to their hearts.
HeyDREAMS COME TRUE
“Nee” is Dreams Come True’s 46th single, released in 2010, and it achieved record-breaking results on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Despite being about heartbreak, the lyrics convey a powerful message of pursuing a positive way of life, don’t they? Miwa Yoshida’s solid, powerful vocals further amplify the emotional energy and resonate with listeners.
It’s not only for those who’ve experienced heartbreak; it also works as a song to encourage someone important to you, making it a great choice for karaoke as well.
It shifts from a ballad in the first half to an outpouring of positive energy in the latter half, so be sure to enjoy singing it together!
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.
