For those chasing dreams and goals! Support songs recommended for Gen Z
When you’re pursuing your dreams or goals, it can sometimes feel like a lonely battle, can’t it?
There may be times when people around you don’t understand, or even look at your efforts with a cold eye.
And even if you’re in a supportive environment, you’re the one who has to fight, so there are moments when you want a little extra support.
That’s why today, we’re introducing some encouragement songs we recommend for Gen Z!
Each track is one that stays close to your heart, so be sure to check them out!
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For those chasing their dreams and goals! Gen Z’s recommended cheer songs (21–30)
Starting OverDISH//
It’s a track packed with powerful messages that give you a push when you’re ready to make a fresh start or hit the reset button.
The music video—showing the band facing forward even as rain pours down—is striking, and you can feel a fiery energy that reads like a declaration of resolve as a band.
With Hiroki Arai’s exhilarating, fast-paced sound and Takumi Kitamura’s emotional vocals layered together, it’s a song that makes your heart swell every time you listen.
Released in July 2018 as DISH//’s 12th single, the track was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Zoids Wild.
As their first single under the new lineup, I think it also stands as a work symbolizing a major turning point for the group.
Its worldview—shaking off the past and sprinting toward a new future—will likely strike deep in the hearts of those dealing with doubt.
Give it a listen when you want to take on something new or reset your mindset and give it your all.
Let’s dance in the momentMEGA SHINNOSUKE
The light, Motown-style rhythm and horn tones will lift your spirits.
This piece was produced as the WEBCM song for “Career Ticket Shushoku,” released in September 2025, and was included on the single “Gohan Tabeyo,” released in October of the same year, as well as the album “Tensh-sama†.” Its message—enjoy this very moment rather than an uncertain future—will be a reliable ally for anyone giving their best.
Be sure to experience Mega Shinnosuke’s heartfelt vision!
DREAMERyamazaru
A highly acclaimed song that resonates with the hearts of dream-chasers.
Its touching melody and powerful rhythm give listeners the courage to keep moving forward without giving up on their dreams.
It was also chosen as the ending theme for the Nippon TV music program “Buzz Rhythm,” and the music video featuring Taizo Sugimura drew considerable attention.
The exquisite blend of rap and vocals—one of Yamazaru’s trademarks—gives listeners a supportive push.
It’s a recommended track for those who want to pursue their dreams while staying true to themselves.
Royal EnergyME:I
This is a track by ME:I whose futuristic sound and powerful beat stir the listener’s heart.
Born from an audition program, the group has been on a remarkable winning streak since their debut.
The song is included on “WHO I AM,” released in September 2025, which debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon album chart.
It’s infused with a powerful sense of self-affirmation—the idea of unleashing a unique energy that no one else can imitate.
It’s an energetic dance tune perfect for those moments when you want to step forward with confidence.
uneven; bumpy; irregularMayumura Chiaki
Have you ever felt like you were losing sight of your true self? This is the song I want you to listen to at times like that, sung by Chiaki Mayumura.
It’s a soothing track that affirms the bumpy, uneven parts within you as precious individuality.
It was produced in July 2024 as the CM song for NEC’s job-hunting support campaign “I’m Unstoppable—Move Forward!” and later included on the album “Ufufu,” released in November 2024.
Its boundless imagination blows away that urge to play it small.
Coloryama
It’s a warm message song from yama that makes you cherish the small, everyday moments.
Colors you can’t bring out on your own come vividly to life when you meet someone else.
That message feels perfect for all of you who are about to step into the wider world of society and connect with many people.
Beloved as the ending theme for the second cour of the TV anime SPY×FAMILY, which began airing in October 2022, the song is also included on the album awake&build.
It takes courage to jump into a new environment, but listening to this track will make you look forward to the future with the people you’re about to meet.
Rising SunEXILE
A powerful charity song by EXILE that gives you the courage to face forward no matter the hardship.
Created to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, this track was released in September 2011 with a message of hope and renewal.
It features ATSUSHI’s moving vocals and an overwhelming dance performance.
Chosen as the theme song for an NTT Communications commercial, it also topped the Oricon charts.
When you need the courage to confront difficulties, listening to this song will surely give you the strength to move forward.