Soothe your nerves! Uplifting songs to listen to for the entrance ceremony.

Wake upKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON 『Wake up』Music Video

There’s data showing that as we moved from the Showa era to Heisei and then Reiwa, the intro sections of popular songs have been getting shorter and shorter.

Amid that trend, Wake up is a track that gets you excited from the very first notes.

The intro builds as if friends are gathering—starting with drums and cymbals, then joined by guitar.

The lyrics are just as brilliant, rising to meet that sound! “Say goodbye to yesterday’s gloom and welcome a new morning,” it encourages—words that will move anyone feeling a bit faint-hearted.

Spring can be an anxious time of fresh starts, but let this song give you the courage to take that first step.

guidanceNoGoD

NoGoD – Guidance Shirube (Official Music Video)

This piece was included on the album Gokusaishiki, released by the visual-kei heavy metal band NoGoD in February 2009.

The song, which sings of the anxieties and hopes of starting a new life, is perfect for those about to begin school.

Set to a solid HR/HM sound, it teaches the importance of staying true to the path you believe in.

With lyrics that seem to mirror the feelings of new students, it will gently give listeners a push forward.

When you need the courage to dive into a new environment, give it a listen—you’ll surely gain the strength to believe in your own potential.

MasterpieceSCANDAL

SCANDAL “Masterpiece” / Masterpiece – Music Video

This powerful, energetic song gives a push to anyone feeling anxious about a new environment.

Its lyrics, which sing about facing yourself and embracing challenges, are sure to resonate with listeners.

Released in March 2019 as one of the double A-side singles from SCANDAL’s own label “her,” it was also used as the ending theme for STV’s “Netsuretsu! Hot Sand!”.

It’s a perfect track for those about to embark on a new chapter in life.

Listen to this song, and you might just find the courage to carve out your own path.

premonitionSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Premonition” MV

SUPER BEAVER’s 11th single.

Released in November 2018 as the theme song for the drama “We Are Made of Miracles.” Its lyrics carry the message “It’s okay to be yourself,” giving a boost to freshmen anxious about starting a new school life.

Characterized by an emotional rock sound and heartfelt words, this is a song you’ll want to hear before an entrance ceremony or whenever you feel overwhelmed by anxiety.

It’s an uplifting anthem that gives you the courage to dive into a new environment—highly recommended before your entrance ceremony!

migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

A track marked by a exhilarating sense of speed and crystal-clear vocals.

The melody surges into the higher registers, brilliantly capturing the mix of anticipation and anxiety that comes with starting a new chapter.

Released in June 2015, the song was also used as a movie theme and in commercials, resonating with many listeners.

Its message of “You’re not alone” and its powerful rhythm give you the courage to step into a new environment.

It’s recommended when you want to ease pre-entrance-ceremony nerves or when you feel uneasy about a new life.

The driving sound will gently nudge you forward.

GOOD DREAMSthe pillows

The Pillows – Good Dreams

The pillows’ “GOOD DREAMS” is a work packed with a striking message that ignites the listener’s heart.

Paired with a bittersweet poetic world, this song cheers on everyone chasing their dreams, making it perfect for the start of a new school year or a new chapter in life.

It turns the anxieties that waver through days of struggle and challenge into courage.

With a career spanning over 30 years, the pillows’ music continues to be loved by many, and that enduring power is exactly what resonates with listeners.

If you’re about to open a new door, go on—give it a listen!

my true selfYuika

My True Self / “Yuika” [MV]

Yuika’s song is an uplifting anthem infused with a message about cherishing your true self.

With its gentle melody and soothing vocals, it wraps the listener’s heart in warmth.

Released in October 2024, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the anime “Yo-kai Academy Teacher, Nice to Meet You!” Yuika wrote both the lyrics and the music herself, expressing the wish that “people who work too hard for others will be kinder to themselves.” It’s the perfect song for those feeling anxious in a new environment or struggling to live authentically.

Listen to it before a school entrance ceremony, and you’re sure to find courage.