[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 Songs Special] Songs that give you courage when you’re feeling down. Encouraging Tracks (171–180)
Invisible WingsItō Maiko
One of the idols who epitomized Japan in the 1980s is Maiko Ito.
She is known for her charming singing voice and smile, and although she started out as an idol singer, her career has taken an unusual path as she has advanced to become a businesswoman and researcher.
Just looking at her career progression serves as a model that shows people can achieve anything through effort.
No matter what happens, both her songs and the way she lives teach us the importance of having goals and dreams and never giving up.
Let’s start by taking on the challenge!
FlowerNatsukawa Rimi
Rimi Natsukawa is renowned for her truly beautiful singing voice that captivates studio musicians and staff alike.
With this voice paired with such a lovely melody line, it’s sure to soothe you even when you’re feeling down.
I believe being natural is what’s best for people.
To tomorrowHirosue Ryōko
In the late 1990s, Ryoko Hirosue was also active as a singer.
This is a single released in 1999, written and composed by Mayo Okamoto.
It carries a message of reminiscing about school days while moving forward toward tomorrow.
Pride RevolutionCHiCO with HoneyWorks
CHiCO with HoneyWorks, a collaboration unit between a singer and a creator team, has earned widespread popularity.
Their third single, Pride Kakumei, which was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama, boosts your spirits with vocals tuned to a rock sound and a high-velocity ensemble.
Its lyrics teach you to face what truly matters, regardless of your current abilities, giving you the courage to overcome any obstacle.
It’s a heart-stirring rock tune that powerfully encourages you when you feel like you’re about to break.
Because you are hereUru
A gem of a ballad that sings of deep love and gratitude for someone precious.
Released in February 2020 as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Ship of Theseus,” it is also included on the album “Orion Blue.” Though clumsy and unable to put feelings into words perfectly, it conveys a heartfelt message that must be expressed, along with gratitude for the person who stays by your side unchanged even in difficult times.
The powerful yet clear vocals brim with warmth, as if gently nestling close to the listener’s heart.
It’s a song you’ll want to send to someone dear who feels lonely due to illness or anxiety, together with the message: “I’m always thinking of you.”
[Cheer-Up Song Special] Songs that give you courage when you're feeling down. Encouraging Tracks (181–190)
PrayEvery Little Thing
Released in 2000 as Every Little Thing’s 13th single.
The song was used in DyDo’s “Ti-Ha” commercial and Menard Cosmetics’ corporate CM for the Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2017, and it reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s an uplifting, positive song that turns weakness into strength.
Misheard RockHKT48 chīmu Tī
An upbeat, fun track with a youthful punk vibe.
It’s included on HKT48’s 8th single, “Saikou kayo,” and feels like a cheering song that puts into words the girls’ mindset of continuously chasing hopes and dreams.
It’s aimed at people who are giving it their all, so listening to it will lift your spirits.