[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-Up Song Special] Songs that give you courage when you're feeling down. Encouraging Tracks (181–190)
one thing or anotherFujii Takashi
Among entertainer Takashi Fujii’s songs since his debut as a singer, his biggest hit is “Nandaka Nanda.” Its simple dance beat—very much in line with trends around the year 2000 when it was released—really stands out, and just that alone might lift your spirits a little.
The lyrics are irresistibly catchy with playful word choices, and they carry a wonderful message that gently wraps around our downcast hearts.
[Special Feature: Cheer-Up Songs] Songs that give you courage when you’re feeling down. Uplifting tracks (191–200)
SignOnitsuka Chihiro
This song makes me feel deep affection and gratitude for someone who truly cares about me.
In hard times, such a presence reminds us how important that is.
Chihiro Onitsuka’s unique choice of words creates a poetic world, and each word stands out and gleams in the ears.
If there is someone who thinks of you so single-mindedly, I believe that person is a precious life partner.
If you already have someone like that, please cherish them; if you haven’t met them yet, I hope you meet someone like the one sung about in this song.
Rally Go RoundLiSA
This song is an encouraging anthem from the energizing rock heroine, LiSA.
With its strikingly catchy rock sound, just listening to it lifts your spirits when you’re feeling down.
The positive lyrics, delivered through her powerful, upbeat vocals, are sure to give you a push forward.
It’s an especially recommended track for those moments when you’re discouraged after a setback.
The other side of the heartFIELD OF VIEW
A coupling song from FIELD OF VIEW’s 10th single, “Kimi wo Terasu Taiyou ni.” While many of FIELD OF VIEW’s songs are fresh and upbeat, this track was also chosen as the theme song for the “NLA National High School Students’ Assertions,” and its lyrics convey the earnest feelings of young people grappling with inner conflict and anxieties about the future.
GO TO THE TOPhitomi
In 1995, after becoming famous with the hit single “CANDY GIRL,” hitomi released her next single, “GO TO THE TOP,” in July of the same year.
Although the lyrics are somewhat abstract, it’s a song that cheers you on toward your dreams and goals, and her high, husky voice—especially in the chorus—leaves a strong impression.
Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi
Released in 1997, this song remains one of Elephant Kashimashi’s signature tracks and is still hugely popular today.
Hiroji Miyamoto’s passionate, wild vocals leave a strong impression, and the song hits straight to the heart as an anthem for life.
The lyrics depict a man smoldering with dissatisfaction in his everyday life who keeps running, believing that “the day will shine someday.” It’s a track I’d recommend listening to when you’re chasing a dream and going through something tough or challenging.
Heavy WingsKishida Satoshi
Tomofumi Kishida, who is active as an actor, scored a huge hit with his 1979 single “Kimi no Asa,” and has since pursued a career as a singer as well.
Released in April 1980, “Omoi Tsubasa” served as the theme song for the TV drama “1-nen B-gumi Shinpachi Sensei,” in which he starred.
True to a school drama theme, it’s a message song that encourages young people.