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 Japanese Tracks (41–50)
Dream FighterPerfume
A hope-filled cheer song that moves women’s hearts.
One of Perfume’s signature tracks, it was released in November 2008.
The song was also used as the opening theme for the Asahi Broadcasting Corporation/TV Asahi program “Kore tte Watashi dake?” Over a fresh and powerful melody crafted by Yasutaka Nakata, the trio’s crystal-clear vocals shine.
The lyrics are striking, urging listeners not to settle for “ordinary” and to keep moving toward their dreams.
It’s a song that gently nudges those who give their all every day.
A sparkling, uplifting track perfect for when you need a boost or want to take a new step forward.
CRAZY GONNA CRAZYTRF
TRF is a five-member Japanese music group centered on dance.
The unit consists of vocals, a DJ, and dancers.
This song is TRF’s best-selling single.
It was the first release in a three-month consecutive release series.
With an energizing Komuro-style melody that makes you want to dance, it’s guaranteed to lift your spirits.
SuperBloomTrySail
TrySail is a voice actress unit formed by three voice actresses from Music Ray’n, also known as a “triangle girls unit.” The title track of their fifth album, SuperBloom, kicks things off with a burst of sparkling vocals that instantly lift your spirits.
Its positive message, which seems to blow away anxieties about the future, combined with the exhilarating ensemble, brightens your mood.
It’s an uplifting tune with a refreshing, brisk beat and an adorable melody that soothes while delivering a sense of speed.
Swaying feelingsZARD
In the 1990s, she recorded the highest number of CD sales among female vocalists, and the singles “Makenaide,” “Yureru Omoi,” and “My Friend” each became million sellers.
Her clear, transparent, and powerful voice gave people strength.
She passed away in 2007, much to the sorrow of many.
Tears-kun, good morning again today!ano
Singer-songwriter ano, known affectionately as “Ano-chan” for her appearances on variety shows and as the vocalist-guitarist of I’s, has released her sixth major single, the digital-only track “Namida-kun, Kyo mo Ohayō.” The song has been featured in Bandai’s Tamagotchi Uni commercial.
Its lyrics evoke the power of music that seems to blow everything away, offering a sense of hope even amid negativity.
With exhilarating synths and a cute vocal delivery that brightens your mood, it’s a pop tune that gently sits with feelings of loneliness.
Everything becomes my strength!kuzu
A super duo unit consisting of HIRO (Miyasako) and ANIKI (Yamaguchi).
The name is a parody, a play on the duo Yuzu.
ANIKI is in charge of lyrics, composition, and guitar, while HIRO handles the dancing.
They originally started as comedy characters—a pair of delinquents thrown in jail who rehabilitate themselves through music—but in the fall of 2001 they made their CD debut with “Moonlight,” sending shockwaves through the music industry.
My happiness is mine to decide!kohanaramu
Kohanaramu, a singer who made her major debut in 2021 and is also popular as a YouTuber.
Her sixth digital-only single, “Watashi no Shiawase wa Watashi ga Kimeru no!” (“I Decide My Own Happiness!”), used as the opening theme for the TV drama Miss Shirokawa with the Strong Mind, also drew attention for being produced by the creator unit HoneyWorks.
Rather than comparing oneself to others, the style of mutually acknowledging each other while not abandoning one’s individuality conveys the strength and composure of an independent woman.
It’s a positive pop tune with a breezy beat and an adorable vocal that feels delightful.