[Cheer-Up Songs Special] Songs that give you courage when you're feeling down. Encouraging tracks.
When you’ve failed at school or work, when something unpleasant has happened, when things aren’t going well with your partner or friends, or when you just can’t seem to find your energy… We all have times in our daily lives when we feel down, don’t we? When that happens, you might end up feeling apathetic or losing your motivation.
In this article, we’ll share plenty of uplifting, motivational songs that are perfect for those low moments—tracks that will cheer you up just by listening.
Give them a listen when you need the courage to say, “All right!” and take a step forward.
May you shine!
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[Cheer Song Special] Songs that give you courage when you're feeling down. Encouraging tracks (141–150)
kaleido proud fiestaUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
With that signature UNISON-style rush, speed, and addictive pull, “kaleido proud fiesta” is the theme song for the hit anime TIGER & BUNNY 2.
It’s a track that can lift your spirits just by listening, but I hope you’ll take the time to really soak in the lyrics.
I especially recommend it to anyone feeling foggy or stuck and looking for a breakthrough—it’s a powerful song that fires you up with a “Let’s do this!” mindset.
I can only face forwardAKB48
It was released in 2014 as AKB48’s 35th major single.
Yuko Oshima served as the center for this track, which was her final song as a member of AKB48.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, and its powerful rock-inspired sound is a song that gives you the courage to look forward.
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
This is a song by SEKAI NO OWARI, written as the theme song for the TV anime One Piece and released as a digital-only single on September 17, 2023.
Many listeners were likely encouraged by its lyrics, which say, “The painful things are already in the past—though you may feel like giving up, summon your courage and keep moving forward.” Ranking high among the most popular One Piece theme songs of all time, this track is an inspiring anthem that can prompt action for those who are afraid to move on because they’re caught up in past failures or who just need the courage to take the first step.
[Cheer Song Special] Songs that give you courage when you're feeling down. Encouraging tracks (151–160)
RE:I AMAimer
A grand rock ballad by Aimer that sings of the pain of loss everyone experiences in life, and the strength to keep looking forward.
Her voice, which reaches deep into the listener’s heart, fervently conveys a call to a precious person who has been lost.
While dealing with heavy themes such as war and parting, it leaves a strong impression with its stance of finding hope in the small lights that exist in everyday life.
Released in March 2013, the song peaked at No.
6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was used as the ending theme for OVA Mobile Suit Gundam UC episode 6, and as the opening theme for episode 18 of Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096.
This is a song that offers comfort and support to those who have lost someone dear and are on the verge of losing their sense of purpose in life.
Resolution on the Seventh DayUVERworld
Based on a scene seen in a dream, this moving song questions the fragility of life and the meaning of living.
It speaks as if to remind us that “even in an imperfect state, people can find happiness” and that “change can begin right at this very moment.” Released in June 2014 as UVERworld’s 26th single, it was also included on the album Ø CHOIR and reached No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart.
In live performances, it is positioned as a key track that creates a sense of unity with the audience.
This work gently stands by those who feel uncertain about their own worth or struggle to take the first step toward change.
LIFEkimaguren
It’s a cheering song that gives you courage when you’re unsure about your way of life and feel like your heart is about to break.
Released in May 2008 as Kimaguren’s second major-label single, this piece is a classic whose refreshing acoustic guitar and the duo’s harmonies resonate deeply.
It warmly portrays people who, even while losing sight of their true selves, keep searching for the meaning of life.
Embracing the sense of difficulty and loneliness that everyone carries, this song offers a chance to reclaim your authentic self.
When you feel on the verge of losing your sense of purpose, it will gently nudge you forward.
GloriousBE:FIRST
BE:FIRST is a seven-member boy group formed through an audition hosted by music producer SKY-HI.
Their fifth digital single, “Glorious,” was selected as the support song for the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Its message—that while pursuing your dreams and goals can be tough, there’s something to be gained beyond the hardships—offers powerful encouragement not only in sports but to anyone who keeps striving.
It’s an emotional power song with a grand ensemble that will move your heart.
