An encouraging, uplifting song that stays close to your heart. A cheer song.
When you’re feeling down because something tough or unpleasant happened, what do you do?
I imagine many people turn to music to lift their spirits.
Music can make energy well up inside you when you listen to it, give you courage through its lyrics, encourage you—there are so many positive effects!
So in this article, we’ll introduce songs that will make you feel better when you listen to them.
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, from songs with messages that cheer on those who are giving their all, to tunes with bright melodies that clear your mind.
When you’re feeling low or need a boost, try listening to the songs we introduce.
They’re all wonderful tracks that are sure to be by your side and comfort your heart!
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Songs that lift your spirits and stay close to your heart. Cheer-up/encouragement songs (101–110)
Rolling DaysWANIMA
A youthful rock tune that captures the quiet of early morning and the restlessness within.
WANIMA powerfully conveys young people’s anxieties, conflicts, and their strong determination to move forward, riding on a brisk, fast-paced melody.
It’s a warm song that feels like a close friend walking beside you—comforting troubled hearts and cheering them on.
Created as an anthem for high school students devoted to their clubs and studies and released in August 2024, this track gently supports those feeling tense or uneasy in new environments, as well as anyone striving toward their dreams.
AgainWANIMA
A rock tune by WANIMA that sings of a strong will to move forward again while overcoming setbacks and failures.
It captures the realization that past experiences shape who we are now, and the determination to take a new step with the courage to stand up again and again.
Released in March 2019 on their 4th single “Good Job!!,” the song also drew attention as the theme for the TBS drama “Maison de Police.” It’s a motivational anthem that gently supports not only athletes but everyone striving toward their dreams and goals.
Xia XiaoWANIMA
WANIMA is a band that delivers catchy rock sounds that uplift people’s spirits.
Their 2023 release “Kagyo” is a song filled with a straightforward message to a cherished person who has supported them through life.
It opens with KENTA’s conversational vocals and guitar, leading into a passionate full-band performance.
The energetic lyrics and melody are striking, powerful enough to blow away anxieties and frustrations about life not going smoothly.
It’s a rock number that resonates with the resolve to accept failures and mistakes and keep moving forward.
exceed; surpass; go beyond; cross (over)[Alexandros]
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This is the opening theme song for the anime Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray, which sings of the resolve to take a step toward the future while facing one’s glorious past.
Set to [Alexandros]’ signature energetic rock sound, it powerfully conveys a battle with oneself and the challenge of pushing past limits.
Included on the album PROVOKE released in April 2025, the song carries the message: even when things aren’t going well, we want you to accept—and not fear—the act of breaking out of your shell.
That positive spirit is sure to resonate in your heart.
Dang Ding Dongsumika
This song carries a gentle message that resonates with the heart.
Released in December 2024, it was written as the official theme song for Chukyo TV’s information program “Gū Takusan.” With an accessible tone that blends a lively rhythm and memorable phrases, it naturally lifts the listener’s spirits.
True to sumika’s style, the warm lyrics express a forward-looking resolve: even amid the anxieties and conflicts of modern society, believe in yourself and keep moving ahead.
It’s the perfect track to soothe everyday fatigue and reset your mindset for a new week.
Uplifting songs that stay close to your heart. Cheer songs (111–120)
one’s true feelingssumika
An encouraging song that gently embraces life’s doubts and inner struggles—about moving forward while battling the urge to give up.
It carefully portrays the setbacks and loneliness everyone feels at least once, and the way we overcome them by supporting one another.
With a warm melody that lights the way like a beacon of hope and a powerful, inspiring message, this work was written as the official support song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, and from April 2021 it was also featured in a TV commercial for Aisin Corporation.
It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who’s chosen their own path but still feels uncertain, and to those who want to cheer on friends striving toward their dreams.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
This is a heartwarming collaborative work by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, packed with courage and hope for stepping into the future.
It carries a message of strong determination to move forward and the importance of staying true to oneself, gently encouraging those heading into new environments.
It has been broadcast as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon since October 2023, and a CD single was released in December 2023.
The transparent vocals and warm tones blend beautifully, resulting in a song that closely accompanies the listener’s heart.
It’s highly recommended for those feeling anxious about a new life or changes in their environment, and for anyone striving toward their dreams.