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!

Playlist

Definitely when you want a boost of power! Energetic songs recommended for Gen Z
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Got Boost？FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE		A dance tune that blends pop and bitter elements
2	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		A rock band popular among young people performs the cheer song
3	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		The powerful music and message of Ryokuoushoku Shakai
4	I’ve gotta do what everyone says is impossible.Sambomasutā		A motivational song that keeps encouraging you to keep challenging without giving up
5	U.S.A.DA PUMP		Longing for American Culture and the Allure of Music
6	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s inspiring, uplifting songs that resonate with the heart
7	migratory bird[Alexandros]		Guitar riffs, a sense of speed, and a powerful track
8	HappinessAI		R&B × J-pop, soul-soothing masterpiece
9	Thunderous applauseLiSA		LiSA’s overwhelming vocals give you the courage to take on challenges.
10	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A song with powerful rock that gives you courage
11	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		Get courage from a rock song with a positive message
12	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		An uplifting song that gives you the courage to face the unknown
13	BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei		Hoshimachi Suisei’s explosively popular song becomes a social phenomenon
14	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		Powerful music that resonates with Gen Z is gaining attention worldwide
15	Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE		A passionate message, a high-energy, fast-paced cheer song
16	ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu		A motivational cheer song to boost your study spirit, by Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
17	StarmineDa-iCE		Night heat and fireworks, Da-iCE’s award-winning song
18	weeeekGReeeeN		A positive classic that celebrates enjoying every day to the fullest
19	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster 'The World Smiles at You'
20	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		Sakanaction, an exhilarating and uplifting song
21	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s powerful youth rock
22	HeroAmuro Namie		A powerful song that celebrates heroes of the heart
23	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		ORANGE RANGE’s summer classic that fires up the heart
24	CharacterRyokushokushakai		A pop tune that enjoys life as a role
25	New EraAdo		Determination to create an ideal world through the power of music
26	Soldier, run.B’z		A rock song that portrays B’z’s courage and fighting spirit
27	Curtain Call feat.TakaShimizu Shota		Song of Hope by Shota Shimizu and Taka
28	flameLiSA		Theme song of Demon Slayer: a grand song of hope and farewell
29	from hereSixTONES		An encouraging song that turns negativity into strength
30	OutsiderAwesome City Club		A song about the courage to stay true to yourself
31	flying boatKing Gnu		Courage to move forward from a King Gnu song
32	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheering song: a track to listen to when you’re feeling down
33	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy’s signature song, a rock sound brimming with a sense of speed
34	loveHoshino Gen		The love dance makes the heart dance lightly.
35	Easy Breezychelmico		chelmico’s cheer song is gaining attention along with the anime
36	LOSERYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s powerful message, a song that resonates with the heart
37	I just can’t give up.GENIC		An anthem that cheers on those who keep pursuing their dreams without giving in to setbacks
38	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A song of comradeship and forward-looking courage
39	BANDAGEAyumu Imazu		Face forward, cast aside your doubts, and take a step forward.
40	Life is tough, no money.Uesaka Sumire		Sumire Uesaka’s Explosive Energy Song
41	Pon de SKY, Pon de STARDA PUMP		DA PUMP's upbeat cheer song
42	Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A magical cheer song with Momoiro Clover's phantom thief theme
43	Venus bugHoshimachi Suisei		An ambitious work portraying the inner feelings of a young woman seeking her true self, set in Shibuya.
44	Everybody, good job!M!LK		An uplifting cheer song by the five-member group M!LK
45	ACTION！Yagi Kairi Denon Yugi		Kairi Yagi’s electrifying, fast-paced electro-play anthem
46	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		You are the protagonist of your own life—keep looking forward and move ahead.
47	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that depicts the power of kotodama and eternal love
48	winding roadNovelbright		An anthem that looks ahead and overcomes hardships
49	gradationSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that stirs the heart by portraying emotions
50	POWEEEEERSnow Man		A powerful EDM track by Snow Man
51	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A rock band song from Kumamoto that gives you the courage to face forward and move on
52	Wild at Heartarashi		You only live once—pursue your own path with all your might.
53	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A rock song depicting self-denial and rebirth
54	Something like “happy”Sabasusutā		Sabasister’s new song that portrays the small joys of everyday life
55	KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu expresses desire and freedom through electro-rock
56	Teenager ForeverKing Gnu		A powerful anthem that captures the restless urgency of youth
57	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		Song of Courage to Take a New Step Forward
58	The world calls it love.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster, a powerful song of hope and love
59	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		Depicting life’s turning points in Road of Major’s debut song
60	The Zero Sense10-FEET		A rock song that expresses the passion for basketball in pursuit of dreams
61	Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki		Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship
62	PlasmaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s music heals the heart.
63	ThunderRIZE		RIZE's major-label debut work
64	Shimi feat. ATARASHII GAKKO!Makishimamu Za Horumon		Leaders' insane loud rock
65	TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS		THE BLUE HEARTS' signature song TRAIN-TRAIN
66	Bring it on, spring.non		Non-san’s youth cheer song
67	We AreONE OK ROCK		A heartwarming rock number by ONE OK ROCK
68	Rolling DaysWANIMA		A rock song that depicts the anxieties of youth and the will to move forward
69	FantasistaDragon Ash		Dragon Ash’s famous song, the World Cup theme song
70	Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION		An intense collaboration track blending ska sound and rock
71	REVIVERMY FIRST STORY		A powerful rock song by MY FIRST STORY
72	Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's movie theme song
73	Rock this Partytimelesz		A dance tune celebrating timelesz’s new beginning
74	HelloAee! group		Boost your energy with Aぇ! group’s new song
75	TREASURE！DIALOGUE＋		A positive cheer song by DIALOGUE+
76	Good Luck, My FutureGANG PARADE		GANG PARADE's Encouragement Rock
77	signpostIMP.		IMP.’s new song draws widespread attention as a TV drama theme song
78	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		MAN WITH A MISSION and milet produce the theme song for Demon Slayer.
79	GOD_iNumber_i		A confident and powerful cheer song that gives your heart a push
80	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		An anthem by ONE OK ROCK that walks the path of courage and conviction
81	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s cheer song, their debut performance piece on Kōhaku
82	TAKE ACTIONVOLTACTION		A powerful anthem that spurs people into action
83	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		'The Song of Courage' by yama and bocchi boromaru
84	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheering song, let’s move forward positively
85	I don’t care what happens anymore.Hoshimachi Suisei		Suisei Hoshimachi’s Gundam insert song
86	AwA AwAchōtokkyū		An uplifting anthem that empowers you to change your life
87	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A high-energy theme song that traces the paths of youth
88	NakedSPYAIR		The courage to walk as your true self
89	I can be the OneVOLTACTION		An upbeat pop tune that gives you energy
90	Ultra-strong ultimate exerciseHatsuboshi Gakuen		A lively, highly addictive idol song
91	ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA		A powerful cheer song by LiSA and Stray Kids
92	WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners		Theme song for the 50th anniversary Super Sentai series
93	Ups&DownsCrystal Lake		A powerful anthem of hope by a metalcore band
94	Go for it!Urufuruzu		An uplifting, encouraging song by Ulfuls
95	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A powerful message song that emphasizes the importance of an unyielding spirit
96	Raise your flagMAN WITH A MISSION		A song of courage that upholds one’s beliefs and faces adversity
97	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		Rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
98	BREAKOUTSnow Man		Snow Man's rock-flavored single
99	ultra soulB’z		B’z’s Morning Power Song
100	Love MySelfIS:SUE		An anthem that cheers on the courage to believe in yourself
101	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		Upbeat pop rock for a new chapter in life
102	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		A blessing message song that embraces the dreams and hopes of young people
103	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A signature song that sings of the hopes and purity of youth
104	Shinako feat. Princess of MidnightMashumaro panchi 👊🏻💗		Shinako and Gozen 0-ji’s new collaboration song
105	over the topMiyamoto Hiroji		A rock song that gives you courage and the strength to move forward
106	Happinessarashi		An uplifting, bright-guitar anthem cheering you on toward the future
107	Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru		Takahara Pistol’s cheer song: the courage to live true to yourself
108	PLAYER 1Ryokushokushakai		A message song with a strong will to move forward