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Definitely when you want a boost of power! Energetic songs recommended for Gen Z

For people leading busy lives with school, work, and more, staying upbeat every day isn’t easy.

Even when you’re doing your best, things don’t always go as planned, and you probably feel stressed at times—whether it’s from relationships or other pressures.

In today’s world, where careers are increasingly diverse and navigating personal boundaries is more complex, those living at the very center of it all need something that can help ease the load.

So this time, we’ve picked out uplifting songs recommended for Gen Z!

From tracks that stay close to your feelings to ones that help you forget the bad stuff, we’ve curated a wide range—don’t miss it!

Definitely listen when you want a boost! Energizing songs recommended for Gen Z (21–30)

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SixTONES – From Here [YouTube ver.]
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This is an uplifting anthem that fuses hip-hop, breakbeats, and a live band to convey youthful strength and passion.

It transforms negative emotions like inferiority and jealousy into driving forces, delivering a resonant message to keep moving forward while believing in the potential of an ordinary self.

The mic relay performed by the six members of SixTONES showcases their distinctive expressive power, giving listeners a motivating push.

Released in June 2023 as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “However, We Have Passion,” the track topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a reassuring song that gently supports and encourages those who are struggling to take the first step toward their dreams.

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Awesome City Club – Outsider (Music Video)
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When you want to stay true to yourself, this is the Awesome City Club song to play.

Released in July 2015 and included on their second album, “Awesome City Tracks 2,” it features a crisp, upbeat groove with sharp guitar cutting and a stylish, urban interplay between male and female twin vocals.

The song’s theme is the importance of following the path you believe in.

That powerful message reportedly became a major turning point for the band.

It was also chosen as the theme song for Akita Asahi Broadcasting’s “Sata Navi!” and drew considerable attention.

If you listen to it when you’re taking a new step forward or feeling a bit unsure, it just might give you the courage you need.

Definitely check these out when you need a boost of power! Energizing songs recommended for Gen Z (31–40)

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King Gnu – Hikōtei (Seaplane)
flying boatKing Gnu

This is a song by King Gnu—known for their distinctive musicality—that gives you a push when you want to break through the status quo and take a new step forward.

It carries a powerful message: don’t be bound by society’s conventions or ideas of correctness—embrace your past and future alike, and move ahead by your own will.

Monumental, stadium-shaking choruses fuse with earth-rumbling low-end to shake the listener to the core.

Released in August 2019, the track was also featured in an ANA commercial.

If you listen to it when you’re facing a major challenge or need to fire yourself up in the morning, it just might make you believe in limitless possibilities.

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Gen Hoshino – Idea (Official Video)
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This is a masterpiece by Gen Hoshino that I especially want you to listen to when you’re feeling a bit low.

Released in August 2018, the song was used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue.” Its structure is captivating, unfolding from a buoyant, marimba-based intro into a gentle first verse.

His warm voice gives you a soft push forward.

The positive worldview—one that seems to turn even the sound of rain into song—will surely lighten your heart, whether on your commute to work or school, or as you stand before an important challenge.

Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy

This signature song by Vaundy captivates listeners instantly with its catchy melody and exhilarating rock sound.

While it sings of farewells to loved ones and nostalgia for days gone by, it’s also brimming with a powerful energy that looks toward the future.

Released in May 2020, the track was included on the album “strobo” and was also featured in a Maruha Nichiro commercial.

Following Vaundy’s performance at the Kohaku Uta Gassen at the end of 2022, it became beloved by even more people.

This uplifting track is perfect for drives or getting together with friends.

Be sure to give it a listen when you want everyone to sing along and get excited.

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Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)
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Many of you probably still remember the “Koi Dance” that sparked a nationwide craze in Japan.

It’s a work by Gen Hoshino that made waves along with the hit drama We Married as a Job! (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).

When you hear it, you can’t help but start moving to the beat.

The song was released in October 2016 as his ninth single.

While it may seem like a love song at first, a closer look at the lyrics reveals a sense of affection for people regardless of gender, and a deep bond that transcends relationships.

It gently reminds us that everyday life is where true value lies.

If you listen when you’re feeling down, it will surely lift your spirits.

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chelmico「Easy Breezy」【Official Music Video】
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The high-speed beat and addictive back-and-forth rap make it a joy to listen to.

It’s a track by chelmico, the female rap duo of Rachel and Mamiko, released as a single in January 2020.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, it became a big talking point alongside its inventive animation.

The straightforward message—“Don’t worry about others; stay true to what you love”—gives a powerful push to anyone who hears it.

Centered on hip-hop with a playful sound, it’s a stylish pep song that blows away the blues and fills you with energy.

It’s also included on the album maze.