Recommended cheer-up songs for women: classic and popular Japanese hits
From timeless classics to the latest hits.
Bright, poppy, and irresistibly cute—the essence of J-POP!
A collection of Japanese cheer-up songs, mainly by female artists.
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Recommended cheer-up songs for women: Classic and popular J-Pop tracks (31–40)
Love MyselfCrystal Kay
This is an empowering anthem filled with a strong message about loving and cheering for yourself.
Released digitally in November 2024 to celebrate Crystal Kay’s 25th anniversary, the song features lyrics and composition by Misako Sakazume—who has worked on some of Crystal Kay’s signature hits—and arrangement by producer UTA.
The music video portrays Crystal Kay in a natural, down-to-earth light against the majestic landscapes of Hokkaido.
It’s a track that emphasizes the importance of living true to yourself, perfect for moments when you want to face forward and do your best or boost your confidence.
Crystal Kay’s clear, transparent vocals are sure to soothe your heart.
NO MORE CRYD-51
D-51 is a male J-pop duo consisting of YU and YASU.
The unit name was chosen by the members for its sound from among many options prepared by their talent agency.
It is associated with the JNR Class D51 steam locomotive (nicknamed “Degoichi”), which once ran throughout Japan, but the two initially didn’t know about the Degoichi and said in an interview that they only learned about the locomotive after the name had been decided.
WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You Gotta Make a MovementH Jungle with T
This work was created through a collaboration between Masatoshi Hamada of the comedy duo Downtown and music producer Tetsuya Komuro.
It served as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “HEY! HEY! HEY! MUSIC CHAMP.” Komuro reportedly became certain it would be a massive hit the moment the song was completed.
The initial shipment was planned at 300,000 copies, but due to a flood of inquiries it was increased to 700,000.
A few days later, shipments surpassed one million copies.
Love MySelfIS:SUE
A refreshing pop dance track from IS:SUE.
It’s a warm song that gently conveys the importance of loving and believing in yourself, while staying close to feelings of anxiety and doubt.
The members’ lively vocals are striking, and the light rhythm and melody resonate pleasantly.
Released in February 2025, this work delivers a heartwarming message along with clear, airy vocals.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you feel like you’re losing your way or when you’re ready to take a new step.
It’s sure to become an encouraging anthem that softly and kindly gives you a push forward.
this very momentLittle Glee Monster
Little Glee Monster, the female vocal group formed in 2013 and affectionately known as “Lito Guri,” shines on their ballad Ima Kono Shunkan o, which features beautiful harmonies.
In particular, the voices of the new members who joined in 2022—Mika, Yumi, and miyou—are spotlighted, making it a must-listen even for those who’ve only heard songs from the previous lineup.
The track also stands out for its positive, pep-song-style message.
While each member’s individuality comes through, it all blends together seamlessly into powerful vocals that uplift and energize the listener.
Recommended Cheer-Up Songs for Women: Classic and Popular Japanese Tracks (41–50)
ParadiseNiziU
This work sings about the importance of having your own unique color, shape, and strength.
It beautifully portrays the journey of confronting oneself and discovering one’s true self over a long voyage.
Released in July 2023, the song drew attention as the theme song for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Sky Utopia.
It was NiziU’s first movie theme song, and it also garnered buzz for being produced by Stray Kids.
The lyrics, which tell us that loving ourselves as we are is the true paradise, are sure to gently encourage those in the midst of self-discovery.
It’s recommended listening when you want to boost your self-esteem or take a new step forward.
DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS
Princess Princess is a Japanese all-girl rock band.
They were active from 1983 to 1996 and again from 2012 to 2016.
As pioneers of girls’ bands, they released a string of hits and are also the most commercially successful all-female band in Japan.
Their nickname is “Puri-Puri.”