[For Success in Exams] An Encouragement Song We Want Hardworking Exam-Takers to Hear
Students preparing for entrance exams are probably studying for hours every day.
It’s truly admirable to keep working hard to achieve your desired path! However, there may be times when that effort starts to feel tough.
In this article, we’ll introduce motivational songs we want you to listen to when you feel like you’re about to stumble or give up.
Listen to these uplifting songs that will encourage you and give you a gentle push, and build the strength to keep running until the very end.
We’re cheering for you as you face your exams!
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[Prayer for Success] Encouragement Songs for Hard-Working Exam Takers (11–20)
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This might be perfect for those taking entrance exams for art universities.
It’s a song by the music duo YOASOBI, known for hits like “Racing into the Night” and “Monster,” released digitally in 2020.
It was created based on the manga Blue Period, which depicts the stories of young people devoted to art.
The sound combines coolness and style—it’s really captivating.
It’s the kind of track you can listen to endlessly.
If you listen to this, your concentration for studying is sure to improve!
Just break the limit!UVERworld
A powerful UVERworld track that inspires with a bold message: don’t set your own limits.
Released in June 2008 on a double A-side single that included “Gekidou,” this song was also chosen as the support anthem for Pocari Sweat’s “Bukatsu no Tenshi” campaign.
Its catchy, sing-along melody and exhilarating sense of speed are irresistible.
It’s also included on the album AwakEVE, capturing the band’s momentum as they push toward the next stage.
When you feel crushed by mock exam results or daily pressure, it has the energy to fire you up—reminding you, “You can do more.” It’s an empowering anthem we hope every exam taker who wants to break their limits and seize success will listen to.
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This is a digital single by back number that has surpassed 500 million streams and earned Diamond certification.
The 2020 Inter-High School Championships were canceled, and as artists from Gunma Prefecture, they created this song with thoughts for the students who lost their chance to compete.
Beginning with lyrics that depict beautiful scenery and the despair of losing sight of one’s goals, the track portrays facing oneself and moving forward despite setbacks and loss.
After a surprise release on YouTube, it drew a strong response and was officially distributed.
This work is a warm, encouraging song about the strength to overcome difficulties on the path to pursuing one’s dreams.
Give it some guts!!Urufuruzu
A true “song for the soul” by Ulfuls that lights a fire in a heart on the verge of breaking.
Its funky rhythm that makes your body move just by listening, together with Tortoise Matsumoto’s soulful vocals, blows away any anxiety.
Released as a single in December 1995 and included on the classic album Banzai, it’s one of their signature tracks.
Perfect for when you just want a boost of energy or need to psych yourself up right before a mock exam.
Charge up the energy to keep running without giving up until the end, and seize your success!
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
Released in May 1995, this debut single by Mayo Okamoto surpassed two million copies shipped.
Known as the theme song for the TBS drama “Second Chance,” it was also selected as the entrance march for the 68th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, making it a timeless anthem of encouragement.
Its uplifting message—that the tears you shed make you stronger and that tomorrow will surely come—comforts students battling pressure and gives them courage.
The bright, buoyant piano and powerful vocals help ease anxiety.
It’s a song to play when studying feels overwhelming and you’re about to lose heart—a track that fills you with hope for tomorrow.
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Characterized by its grand sound and powerful lyrics, this work captivates with a richly narrative quality that likens life to an adventure.
It portrays the courage and hope to move forward after loss, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in May 2013, the song was also used as the theme for the film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!.
For those studying hard for exams, there may be times when you feel like you’re losing yourself.
That’s exactly when you should listen to this song to rouse your spirit.
It will surely give you the courage to take a new step forward!
[Passing Exam Prayer] Encouragement Songs We Want Hardworking Examinees to Hear (21–30)
Believe in yourselfAbe Mao
When you’re working hard studying every day, I think there are times when you lose sight of why you’re pushing yourself and what your goal is beyond the entrance exams.
In moments like that, wouldn’t it be nice to have a song that doesn’t just change your mood, but encourages you and helps set you straight? Mao Abe’s “Believe in yourself” is a perfect song for those times.
As the title suggests, it sings about the importance of believing in yourself and staying true to your convictions no matter what happens.
