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 (31–40)
If you smileDREAMS COME TRUE
DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Anata ga Waraeba,” written right after the Great East Japan Earthquake, is a song that gives energy and courage to everyone, isn’t it? It was also created in 2011 to be provided to Alisa Mizuki, and it’s said to carry a double meaning: “All the more reason to smile in times like these,” and “If Mizuki-san smiles, everyone will feel energized.” It’s one of DCT’s songs that isn’t too difficult and easy to hum without thinking, so why not belt it out with plenty of energy at karaoke?
OneSnow Man
A powerful medium-tempo ballad that embodies the strong will of those who chase their dreams.
Included on the album “RAYS,” released in October 2024, it was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Blue Lock VS.
U-20 JAPAN.” It gives voice to quiet passion and unwavering resolve, with lyrics that convey the determination to move forward step by step.
The arrangement, which develops from a calm intro into a grand sound, is another element that stirs the listener’s heart.
It becomes a reassuring companion when you want to carve out your own path.
Outlineimase
This gem of a song was created with heartfelt care by imase from Gifu Prefecture as the anthem for the 103rd All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It captures the feelings of players facing trials through sing-along choruses, powerful beats, and a grand string arrangement.
This richly layered soundscape stirs the souls of people who keep moving toward their dreams despite adversity.
It’s highly recommended as an encouragement song for everyone dedicated to sports.
Bullseye!! My hunch was spot on!!Takehara Pisutoru
This song was used as the theme for a Credit Saison commercial supporting Japan’s national soccer team.
It’s a track by folk singer Pistil Takehara, released as a digital single in October 2024.
The powerful band sound and rugged vocals are outstanding—it’s a song that makes you sit up straight just by listening.
The lyrics convey a sense of anticipation for growth that comes from staying true to one’s convictions, and it really fires you up.
I think it’s a motivational anthem that can give you strength in many situations.
Wind of VictoryBaba Toshihide
It’s included on the single “Machiawase,” released in June 2010 by Toshihide Baba.
Its powerful melody and warm vocals are truly appealing.
The lyrics are packed to the brim with support for soccer players.
As you listen, your chest gradually swells with emotion.
It’s recommended for those who want to push their limits through sports and for those who want to work hard toward their goals together with teammates.
Songs That Encourage You Just by Listening (41–50)
A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY
An uplifting anthem that combines the warmth of gently encouraging those who face setbacks and hardships to believe in themselves and move forward, with the strength to give them the courage to rise again.
HIPPY’s soul-stirring vocals resonate deeply with listeners’ hearts.
Included on the album “HomeBase ~Arigatou~,” released in March 2017, this song has been chosen by many professional baseball players as their walk-up music and ranked No.
1 in the 2020 Professional Baseball Players’ Walk-up Song Rankings.
It’s the perfect track for moments when you feel like you might stop chasing your dreams, when you feel anxious or alone, or when you want someone to give you a gentle push.
It will stay close to your heart and give you the courage to take a step toward tomorrow.
The BeginningONE OK ROCK
An empowering anthem that gives a strong push toward a hope-filled future.
Through the protagonist who keeps searching for a reason to move forward, this song gives you the courage to overcome setbacks and hardship.
Featuring ONE OK ROCK’s powerful sound and passionate vocals, this memorable track was released in August 2012 and gained attention as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin.
The film and the song’s worldview harmonize beautifully, movingly depicting the protagonist’s resolve to face the past and take a new step forward.
When you stand at a crossroads in life and feel anxious about the future, listening to this song is sure to give you a supportive push.