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.

Playlist

A song that encourages you just by listening
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	AgainWANIMA		WANIMA’s fast-paced melodic hardcore. Its appeal lies in the powerful drive to move forward.
2	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		A song with a powerful intro and a fun melody
3	Like this tonightaimyon		The lyrics are ambiguous, but they evoke the haze of everyday life.
4	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		An anthem that gives the courage to overcome difficulties
5	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A timeless classic loved by many that offers encouragement
6	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A song that soothes the fatigue of daily monotony
7	It’s okayRADWIMPS		The theme song of Weathering with You—an emotional, heart‑touching piece
8	Funny Bunnythe pillows		The pillows’ classic “Funny Bunny”
9	We areONE OK ROCK		A rich array of sounds and languages, with a steadily intensifying groove
10	AmbitiousSuperfly		A shocking song introduction for a TV drama theme
11	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Cheering on positive feelings with a bright, upbeat tone
12	The First Steprakkuraifu		An inspiring anthem from Cheer Boys!! that gives you courage
13	YELLikimonogakari		A heartwarming song that stays by your side and encourages you
14	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A song about the courage to challenge any situation
15	MiracleGReeeeN		A soul-stirring song that asks about the meaning of life
16	Letter ~Dear fifteen-year-old you~Anjura Aki		A moving masterpiece whose piano and vocals resonate with the heart
17	LOSERYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “LOSER” is positive.
18	At least this / Just this (one thing)WANIMA		A powerful work conveyed through simple lyrics and music.
19	Go for it!!Urufuruzu		Feel positive with the uplifting song “Guts da ze!!”
20	rainbow-coloredayaka		Gentle music that touches the heart, conveying a warm feeling
21	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		An Elekashi classic that lifts your spirits
22	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster 'The World Smiles at You'
23	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		A motivational song that supports your drive, with a rock arrangement of a nursery rhyme
24	FanfareTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s moving cheer song conveys the courage to face forward.
25	Love MySelfIS:SUE		An anthem that cheers on the courage to believe in yourself
26	99 Steps feat. Kohjiya, Hana HopeSTUTS		An inspiring song that gives you a push, from the Pocari Sweat commercial
27	HeyDREAMS COME TRUE		A broken-heart and forward-looking song by DREAMS COME TRUE
28	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheering song: a track to listen to when you’re feeling down
29	No Makeup Star feat. UtaJenīhai		JENNI-HI collaborates with Uta on a song
30	Shine in the cruel nightLiSA		LiSA 'Shine in the Cruel Night' Demon Slayer movie theme song
31	from hereSixTONES		A song that sings of the courage to face forward and never give up
32	UniqueAARON		Upbeat energy in AARON’s debut song
33	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Aqua Timez’s debut song, a heart-touching cheer anthem
34	room for growthCreepy Nuts		A cheer song by Creepy Nuts that portrays growth and potential
35	DREAMEREIKO		An inspiring song that sings about the importance of having dreams
36	For DecadesLittle Glee Monster		An uplifting song that cheers you on as you overcome hardships and pursue your dreams
37	GANBA!!PANBE		PANBE’s cheer song. Delivering courage and energy.
38	OneSnow Man		A powerful mid-tempo ballad that embodies the will of a dream chaser
39	guidelinesUru		An anthem that embraces failure and turns it into something positive
40	Outlineimase		Cheering song for the National High School Soccer Championship
41	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheering song, let’s move forward positively
42	Wind of VictoryBaba Toshihide		Fired up with excitement by Toshihide Baba’s cheer song
43	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		A powerful song that supports people pursuing their dreams
44	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		An upbeat, refreshing cheer song brimming with hope
45	rainbowAqua Timez		Aqua Timez songs that give hope in the valleys of life
46	Dreamer DriversDISH//		A fast-paced rock song written by DISH// for a collaboration project with Nissan.
47	VICTORYEXILE		Sing of hope and challenge in the Japan national team’s cheering song
48	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		An anthem of encouragement that helps you overcome setbacks and gives you courage
49	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		MAN WITH A MISSION and milet produce the theme song for Demon Slayer.
50	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that cheers you on to embrace uncertainty and live true to yourself
51	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		An anthem that gives you the courage to move toward hope
52	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		Turn weakness into strength and soar high
53	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An anthem that encourages and conveys the importance of living positively
54	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A rock ballad that overcomes a sense of emptiness and sings of hope
55	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A moving song that cheers on and supports a new chapter in life
56	circleIkuta Rira		Rira Ikuta wishes for growth from the repetitions of everyday life
57	Bullseye!! My hunch was spot on!!Takehara Pisutoru		Takihara Pistol releases a new cheer song
58	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A song of courage that lets anyone become a hero
59	If you smileDREAMS COME TRUE		An encouraging song after the earthquake, facing forward with a smile