Upbeat songs. Recommended feel-good tracks.

BAD COMMUNICATIONB’z

B'z BAD COMMUNICATION Poetic Performance Kondo Hiroshi Covered on Acoustic Guitar

They’re a legendary Japanese monster band, no explanation needed.

Above all, the song is just insanely cool.

Even from a guy’s perspective, Inaba is cool, and there’s no one who wouldn’t feel energized listening to guitarist Matsumoto—renowned around the world—and their music! Every B’z track is top-tier.

Dream FighterPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume「Dream Fighter」

Released in 2008 as the 8th single by the techno-pop unit Perfume.

While their basic singing style features restrained vocals, this song is intentionally sung with a more forceful delivery, aiming to be an up-tempo, motivational anthem.

It’s fine.Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Ee nen

Ulfuls’ 24th single, released on November 6, 2003.

It doesn’t seem to have sold very well, but I think it’s a really good song.

Many of Ulfuls’ songs are energetic, and just the repeated “Een-en” is enough to lift your spirits.

It’s very Ulfuls-like.

R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” Music Video

This song by Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE is an uplifting track themed around dreams, hope, and friendship.

With its positive message and vibrant sound, it inspires listeners to look ahead.

Released in June 2014, it topped the Oricon weekly chart and was selected as the campaign song for Tokyo City Keiba in 2014.

The music video was filmed in Los Angeles, and its exhilarating visuals also drew attention.

Widely supported especially by young people, the track—fusing elements of dance music and pop—had such an impact that it became a social phenomenon.

It’s a perfect song for when you want a boost of energy or to get everyone hyped up together!

Doki itnaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – Doki it [Official Music Video]

It’s a heartwarming song that wraps you in a refreshing spring breeze and cheers on everyone taking a new step forward.

While valuing your true self, this piece sings of the strength and courage to overcome hardships and inner conflicts, delivering a message that supports a hopeful new beginning.

Released in 2025, the song was also featured in AOKI’s Freshers Fair commercial.

It’s a track brimming with positive energy that gently nudges new graduates, incoming students, and anyone leaping into a new environment this spring.

It’s okayMarushii

Marsi – It's Okay (Official Music Video)

In March 2023, Marcy released an encouraging song whose warm message about facing forward and moving ahead resonates deeply.

Written specifically for Pocari Sweat’s web movie “Our Now,” the track features Marcy’s characteristically delicate word choice and a driving band sound.

Included on the album “Candle,” it gently supports those carrying setbacks and anxieties as they strive to overcome them.

It’s a song that stands by anyone feeling uneasy before a new beginning or trying their best in a new environment.

Heavy rotationAKB48

Heavy Rotation AKB48 + Sayaka Yamamoto & SKE48 Cat-Ear Ver 'HEAVY ROTATION'

Released in 2010 as AKB48’s 17th major single.

Featuring a distinctive guitar sound, this song is surprisingly exciting when performed by a band.

If you master the choreography, people of all ages can enjoy it across generations.