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!
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Definitely check these out when you need a boost of power! Energizing songs recommended for Gen Z (31–40)
LOSERYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, a hugely popular singer-songwriter.
When this work was released, many people were probably surprised by the contemporary dance he showcased in the music video.
The edgy sound infused with hip-hop really pumps you up.
It carries a powerful message: if that’s the case, even a howl is fine—embrace it, and keep rolling forward even if it looks clumsy.
It gives you the courage to charge ahead with nothing holding you back.
Released in September 2016 as a double A-side single with “Number Nine,” it was also featured in 2018 as the song for a Honda JADE commercial.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to listen to when you feel like you’re about to break or when you’re ready to take a new step.
I just can’t give up.GENIC
It’s a heart-pounding anthem that portrays a heroic figure who stands back up, even after falling, crashing into walls, and getting covered in mud.
This rock track by the dance and vocal group GENIC was released in June 2025 and was chosen as the ending theme for the final episode of the TV anime “Catch Me at the Ballpark!” Both the lyrics and the sound convey a strong determination to never give up on one’s dreams, even in the face of setbacks.
It’s a motivational song that gives a push to anyone striving with everything they’ve got.
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
SEKAI NO OWARI’s fourth major single is packed with the bonds between friends and a forward-looking spirit.
Its fantastical lyrics liken life to an adventure, beautifully fused with a grand, march-inspired sound featuring bass drum and hand cymbals.
It’s impossible not to be moved by the protagonist, who presses on with strong resolve while carrying feelings of loneliness.
The song was used as the theme for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!! and is included on the album Tree.
In 2019, it was also featured in a Toshiba commercial.
It’s the perfect track for times when you’ve faced setbacks or failure, or when you want to strive toward your dreams together with cherished friends.
BANDAGEAyumu Imazu
The powerful message of “Take action now” resonates deeply.
Dissatisfaction with myself and those around me who won’t face forward, a tangle of complex thoughts—this song vividly depicts the feelings of someone who kept putting bandages on their emotional wounds and ran from truly facing them.
Written in March 2024 as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS drama “If You Fall in Love, the Second Time Is Better,” the track reflects Ayumu Imazu’s own experiences and underscores the importance of shedding doubt and moving forward with courage.
It’s a song that gently nudges those who, even while burdened by hesitation and regret, want to take that first step.
Up-tempo and irresistibly rhythmic, it makes you tap along.
Life is tough, no money.Uesaka Sumire
It’s a high-energy denpa-style song by Sumire Uesaka that feels like an explosion of energy.
It portrays a powerful protagonist who gives their all to enjoy every day, even without money.
Even the pressing worry of being chased by bills gets laughed off with mantra-like phrases—before you know it, you’re captivated by that boundless cheerfulness.
Released in October 2021 as Uesaka’s 12th single, the track was used as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!” Listening to this song might just give you the courage to overcome hardships.
Definitely when you want some power! Energizing songs recommended for Gen Z (41–50)
Pon de SKY, Pon de STARDA PUMP
It’s a positive cheer song that gives you a push and tells you there’s nothing to fear.
Performed by the dance-vocal group DA PUMP, it’s included on their album “BACK 2 DA UNITY,” released in July 2025.
The track was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Asakusa Last-Boss Grandma.” Produced by m.c.A·T, its sound fuses reggae and Latin influences, and its uplifting lyrics boost your mood.
It’s perfect for those moments when you want to take a new step forward.
Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
This is Momoiro Clover’s major-label debut single, in which heroines who can only meet on weekends transform brilliantly into “phantom thieves” who steal the spotlight.
Many listeners were likely moved by their pure wish to collect not visible objects, but sparkling treasures like the light in their fans’ eyes.
Released in May 2010, it initially sold about 20,000 copies, but its popularity exploded after being chosen as the theme song for TBS’s “Rank Kingdom” and through TV appearances.
It’s a magical cheer-up anthem that, when you listen while feeling down, seems to fill you with energy for tomorrow.