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 anxiety! Motivational songs to listen to at the entrance ceremony. (51–60)
Song of BeginningsGReeeeN
GReeeeN is strongly associated with youthful, coming-of-age songs.
Their track “Hajimari no Uta” is perfect for anyone starting fresh after graduation or entering junior high or high school with a mix of excitement and uncertainty.
Released in 2016 as GReeeeN’s 27th single, this song speaks to the courage it takes—whether you’re shy or not—to dive into a new life surrounded by unfamiliar faces.
When everything around you feels new, let this song give you the courage to move forward!
Our Starting LineHIPPY
This is an uplifting support song by HIPPY that delivers heartwarming vocals about the friendships of youth and the passion for pursuing goals.
It gently conveys the importance of bonds with friends and working hard toward your ambitions, while giving you the courage and hope to take a new step in life.
Released in August 2024, it was selected as the official support song for the 2025 National High School Comprehensive Sports Tournament.
Created together with high school students in Hiroshima Prefecture, the song is infused with the energy and dreams of young people.
It’s a track we hope everyone will listen to—not only those starting a new chapter, but anyone striving toward an important goal.
When you’re taking a step toward your dream or feeling anxious about a challenge, it will surely give you a push forward.
SunMy Hair is Bad
It’s a heartwarming cheer song that gives you the courage to face the brilliance of youth.
The lyrics paint springlike scenes, beautifully capturing the hopes and anxieties of those taking a new step forward.
With My Hair is Bad’s characteristically powerful rock sound and warm vocals, it gently gives listeners a supportive push.
Released in March 2024, the song was written as the official MBS theme for the 96th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament (Senbatsu).
It’s a track I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone starting a new chapter or about to take an important step.
Brimming with hope, it conjures up the sound of brass bands echoing across the field and the sight of young people giving their all.
YOAKENiziU
This is an ambitious NiziU track that sings of the courage and hope to open a new door with a dazzling dawn.
Powerful vocals and an emotional melody beautifully capture the tension and anticipation of taking a step into the unknown.
As the lead song from the album “AWAKE,” it began streaming in January 2025, and its expressive music video is also generating buzz.
The piece holds special significance in celebrating the group’s 5th anniversary, and a student-support live show at Universal Studios Japan is planned for March 2025.
It’s a song that will gently yet powerfully push the backs of those who, while anxious about changing environments, are ready to take a new step forward.
Soothe your worries! Encouragement songs to listen to for the entrance ceremony. (61–70)
Song Yellyuzu
Yuzu, the folk duo that has energized the J-pop scene with numerous cheer songs.
The one we want everyone to hear before starting a new chapter in life is their 2018 release, “Uta Yell.” It’s a catchy, hand-clap-worthy pop number that was used as the theme song for Nippon Life’s “A Cheer for You” commercial.
The chorus, which feels like a hummable tune, carries a message of enjoying yourself without overthinking.
With lively brass band arrangements and rich harmonies, it’s a song that will set you walking into your entrance ceremony in a joyful mood!
JUMPIkuta Rira
This is a track brimming with a sense of speed and a powerful message.
As an anthem for those facing hardships, it gently gives listeners a supportive push.
Ikuta Lila’s clear vocals convey the importance of keeping your head up and continuing to challenge yourself without giving up.
Released in November 2022, the song was chosen as the official theme for Fuji TV’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 coverage and is also included on the album “Sketch.” It will surely be a strong ally for junior high school students confronting new environments and relationships.
This is a motivational song we want to deliver to everyone who strives to overcome fear and anxiety and take a step toward their dreams.
One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
An irresistibly uplifting anthem brimming with energy and exhilaration.
“One Heart” by ATARASHII GAKKO! is an ambitious track written specifically for Bourbon’s Fettuccine Gummi commercial.
It blends group-sung vocals with empowering lyrics that boost self-esteem.
Perfect for those about to start a new school term or a new chapter in life, and for anyone who wants to move forward together with friends.