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