[J-Pop Roundup] Recharge your spirits with stylish cheering songs!
“This song gives me energy!” I’m sure many of you have felt that way.
Music has a mysterious power—it lifts our spirits and gives us the courage to take a new step forward.
In this article, we’ve put together a collection of stylish Japanese “cheer-up” songs.
From pop to rock and more, we’ve picked tracks that will give you a boost.
It’s a playlist perfect for jogging, commuting, or right before an important match!
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[Japanese Pop Roundup] Recharge Your Spirits with Stylish Cheer Songs! (11–20)
A BIRDŌhashi Torio
The light, airy tone of the acoustic guitar feels so pleasant.
This song is by singer-songwriter Ohashi Trio, known for a sophisticated sound rooted in jazz and bossa nova.
It’s the title track of his landmark major-label debut mini-album “A BIRD,” released in May 2009, which was selected for heavy rotation on music channels at the time.
The delicate melody and gentle strings create a sense of liberation, as if a bird were spreading its wings and soaring into the open sky.
It seems to capture that quiet yet unmistakable lift right before taking off into a new world.
This stylish anthem will gently nudge you forward as you take your next step.
It’s also perfect for mornings when you want a reset, or for your commute.
You Got Thism-flo
m-flo is a group that fuses a wide range of genres and constantly pursues innovative sounds.
“You Got This,” their first track in about seven years created solely by the three members—LISA, VERBAL, and ☆Taku—is a number brimming with positive energy.
While carrying anxieties yet choosing to move forward, the song expresses that resolve over a danceable beat.
It’s a perfect anthem for when you want to fire yourself up.
Beatnik -Bird-sumika
This work, released in November 2025 by the Kanagawa-born rock band sumika, is an ambitious project that presents a single song in two different guises.
Centered on the theme of “liberation from oppression,” it portrays the concept from two angles: a dance track produced by TAKU INOUE, and a band-driven version featuring Tetsu Kinoshita of Raisan as a guest guitarist.
The former offers pleasing minimal beats and meticulous synth work, while the latter delivers an exhilarating surge with distorted guitars and a dramatic structure.
When you’re ready to break out of your shell, this song might just give you the push you need.
In conclusion
Music is a reliable ally that brings richness to our busy days.
I hope the songs introduced in this article become a source of energy for you and give you the courage to take a new step forward.
Wishing you vibrant days—enjoy a truly happy music life!