When you’re feeling down or anxious, many of us turn to the power of music to lift our spirits, don’t we?
There are countless songs whose lyrics offer words of encouragement and support—lines that soothe and bolster a tired heart.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that give you that boost of energy!
We’ve selected tracks with a variety of messages, so listen while reading the lyrics and find the song that speaks to what you need.
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A collection of uplifting songs. Positive tracks to support you (1–10)
Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE
It’s a cheer song packed with sparkling smiles and energy that will heat up your heart and body! This release by the idol group CANDY TUNE from KAWAII LAB.
delivers a message of getting back up with twice the strength no matter how many times you fall and learning to love yourself—pushing listeners forward with powerful encouragement.
The exhilarating sound crafted by Tamaya 2060% is perfect as workout BGM, too.
Released as a digital single in April 2024, it went viral in 2025 thanks to TikTok dance videos, shot to the top of the charts, and even led to a confirmed performance at Makuhari Event Hall, making it a track that symbolizes the group’s breakout.
Listen when you’re feeling down, and it’ll blow away your worries and fill you with the courage to look ahead.
How about charging up your energy with it in the morning?
The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster
This one is a must for a feel-good anthem! It’s Little Glee Monster’s “Sekai wa Anata ni Waraikakete Iru” (“The World Is Smiling at You”).
Released in August 2018 as their 12th single, it was also selected as Coca-Cola’s annual image song for 2018.
The fresh, sparkling rhythm and the group’s rich choral work feel so good to listen to.
With its positive message that if you smile as yourself, the world will smile back, this track is truly a vitamin for the heart.
It’s an upbeat number that makes your body want to move just by listening, making it perfect for your morning run or walk! The powerhouse sound—winner of the Composition Award at the 60th Japan Record Awards in 2018—will blow away a gloomy mood and recharge you for tomorrow.
It’s fun and delicious—you can even have too much.Lucky Kilimanjaro
This is a single released for streaming in January 2025, when Lucky Kilimanjaro—who champion the theme “Making every day around the world dance”—celebrated their 10th anniversary.
Capturing the raw frenzy of their live shows, the track features a comfortably funky rhythm that makes your body move on its own.
It was surprise-premiered at the Osaka stop of their tour, and the fan-participation concept of using audience-shot footage for the music video also made waves.
Packed with a message that wholeheartedly affirms the joys of everyday life, it’s a song you’ll want to hear especially when you’re worn out from overthinking.
Empty your mind and surrender to the music, and this dance number is sure to refresh you, body and soul.
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.
weeeekGReeeeN
This is a work provided to the male idol group NEWS and released in November 2007.
Written specifically by GReeeeN, it stands out for its positive message about fully enjoying each day from Monday to Sunday, even as the routine repeats.
The speedy rock sound and bursting melody are exhilarating and invigorating—just listening fills you with energy.
It’s a refreshing, upbeat tune.
The song was used in a commercial for the clothing brand Crymson / RUSS-K.
It’s the perfect track for when the start of the week feels gloomy or when you want to boost the mood with friends.
MOODLUCKY TAPES
How about some city pop that gives you a stylish push forward? This track comes from LUCKY TAPES, a Japan-based music project, and was included on their May 2018 EP “22.” The song was later featured on the album “dressing.” With Kai Takahashi’s soothing vocals entwined with funky guitar and horns, it’s the very definition of a chic pep song.
The lyrics are captivating in how they affirm that pure impulse many of us harbor: to keep pursuing what we love, even without money or fame.
If you’re hesitating to start something new, this song might be the nudge you need!
Curtain Call feat.TakaShimizu Shota
Led by grand strings, the piano melody and the overlapping emotional vocals truly move the heart.
This song by Shota Shimizu and Taka from ONE OK ROCK radiates an overwhelming appeal through the powerful back-and-forth of their vocals.
While confronting the reality that not everyone can be the star, its message—keep walking until the day you shine—gently gives you a push forward.
Released in July 2021 as the lead track from the album “HOPE,” the piece also made headlines for surpassing 100 million streams.
It’s a refined power song that’s perfect for those moments when you’re feeling a bit down and need the strength to face forward again.