Soothe your nerves! Uplifting songs to listen to for the entrance ceremony.
A fresh student life filled with hope.
But before enrollment, your mind can get crowded with worries like “Will I be able to keep up with my studies?” and “Will I make friends?”
So in this article, we’ll introduce motivational songs you’ll want to listen to during the school admission season, especially for those of you feeling anxious about starting at a new school.
We’ve gathered wonderful cheer-up songs that will stand by your worries and support you.
Before the entrance ceremony, or whenever you feel overwhelmed by various anxieties, be sure to listen to the songs we recommend and recharge your energy!
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Soothe your nerves! Cheer songs to listen to at the entrance ceremony. (21–30)
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
This grand rock ballad by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is an ode to life that, set to a marching rhythm, portrays both its beauty and its cruelty.
Even as it confronts the reality that hard work doesn’t always pay off, its powerful message grips the heart, as if affirming every step you’ve taken so far.
Released as a single in January 2019, it was written as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Championship and also drew attention as a Calorie Mate commercial track.
With lyrics that gently encourage not only the winners but also those who fell short, it’s a warmhearted song that graduating students who’ve felt the sting of club activities or entrance exams won’t be able to listen to without tears.
Highly recommended as a masterpiece that helps you recognize yourself and gives you the courage to hold your head high and take a new step forward!
horizonback number
A gem of a track by back number that gently stays close to your heart whenever you hit a wall in life.
Even amid the despair that feels like your dreams and hopes are collapsing, the lyrics portray the journey of looking inward and eventually finding light—sure to move you deeply.
This song is also known for being created in August 2020 for high school students after the Inter-High Championships were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
While affirming frustration and sorrow, it gives a sense of the view that awaits beyond overcoming them.
As you step into a new world at graduation, you may feel anxiety or loneliness.
In those moments, this song will wrap your pain in its embrace and give you the quiet courage to take that first step.
Soothe your nerves! Cheer songs to listen to at the entrance ceremony. (31–40)
FanfareTamaki Kōji
Before the entrance ceremony, everyone is overwhelmed with worries—about studying, about making friends, and more.
That’s exactly when I want you to listen to a powerful track by Koji Tamaki, the singer-songwriter renowned for his overwhelming vocal prowess.
Released as a single in November 2025, this piece was chosen as the theme song for the TBS Sunday Theater drama “The Royal Family.” Its lyrics, layered with memories of his childhood landscapes in Hokkaido and growing up alongside horses, teach us the importance of moving straight ahead as our true selves—not just focusing on winning or losing.
Carried by a driving, exhilarating melody, his voice will surely warm you and give you a strong push forward through anxious nights.
ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s song “ANTENNA” is a heartwarming cheer anthem included on the album released on July 5, 2023.
It was also selected as the Fuji TV volleyball Japan national team support song, so many of you may already know it.
With a melody that gently gives you a push and lyrics about accepting everything and moving forward, it’s sure to ease any anxiety about stepping into a new place.
When you need a bit of courage or are about to take a new step, give this song a listen.
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki
Many people end up living away from their family home or hometown when they move on to higher education.
For those of you in that situation, I recommend listening to Noriyuki Makihara’s song “Tooku Tooku” (“Far, Far Away”).
It was released in 1992, but it’s been sung for so many years that many students today are still familiar with it.
Why not listen to this song and let your thoughts turn to your parents and friends back home?
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
The first single by the unit Ayaka x Kobukuro, formed by singer-songwriter Ayaka and the musical duo Kobukuro.
It’s a moving number where Ayaka’s emotional vocals blend with Kobukuro’s gentle, beautiful harmonies, sending shivers down your spine as you listen.
A change in environment naturally brings both hope and anxiety, but its positive message—that unseen scenery awaits further down the road—will surely give courage to many.
With powerful vocals that lift your spirits, it’s a perfect track for an entrance ceremony marking the start of a new chapter.
Shineyuzu
As a pioneering presence that emerged from street musicianship and continues to lead the J-pop scene, the folk duo Yuzu releases their 41st single.
Featured in a Nippon Life commercial, the song’s brisk, translucent sound driven by acoustic guitar strumming feels wonderfully refreshing.
A new chapter in life brings not only excitement but also setbacks that come from meeting many new people.
Even so, its message—keep moving forward as long as your feelings endure—gives you a push on the back, offering the courage to stay true to yourself and do your best in a new environment.