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 (31–40)
It’s us.imase
Musician imase picked up an instrument for the first time at age 20 and made his major-label debut the following year.
His eighth digital-only single, “Bokurada,” written for NTT Docomo’s web commercial for the ahamo plan, “What does it mean to be an adult?”, features a distinctive vocal that lingers in your ears over a refreshing ensemble.
Its message—that the possibilities of the future are limitless—will likely give a push to those who are struggling or feeling uncertain.
A modern melody makes it a positive pop tune that inspires a forward-looking mindset.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
A three-piece rock band whose impactful name, SHISHAMO, was chosen because “it sounds cute when spoken but looks cool in kanji.” This track appears on their fourth album, SHISHAMO 4, and was used in NTT Docomo’s “Docomo Student Discount” commercial.
The lyrics say that even if you feel down during work on weekdays, there’s fun waiting once your days off arrive—something that should be especially encouraging for new employees who haven’t yet gotten used to the job.
It’s a rock tune that helps you remember the fun you’d forgotten while being swamped with work, blowing away the gloom and anxiety.
Peter PanYuuri
A song filled with the determination to keep chasing dreams has resonated with many people.
Released in August 2020 as Yuuri’s major debut, the track topped the iTunes Rock Chart and achieved major success on streaming platforms.
The “Peter Pan syndrome” mentioned in the lyrics expresses the importance of holding on to a forever-dreaming heart.
Symbolizing Yuuri’s own story, the song was also used as a commercial tune for Dip Corporation starting in April 2021.
This work is perfect for those striving toward their dreams or trying to find their own path.
Its powerful message, carried by a lively melody, is sure to give you a push forward.
smileAnly
A gem of a ballad that gives you the courage to keep looking forward no matter what.
Sung by Anly, a singer-songwriter from Ie Island in Okinawa, the song stands out for its straightforward message of staying smiling especially in tough times.
Carried by a warm sound with the soothing tones of acoustic guitar, it gently seeps into the listener’s heart.
Released in March 2016, the track was used as the theme song for the special drama “Boku no Inochi,” based on the true story of a boy with a serious illness and his family.
With lyrics celebrating the bonds between loved ones, it’s perfect for graduations and new beginnings.
If you listen when you’re feeling a little down, you’ll be wrapped in a kindness that feels like a gentle nudge forward.
WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T
As a song that lifts weary hearts and gives listeners the strength to take a new step forward, H Jungle with t’s track resonates deeply.
It carries a message of a strong will to change your own future despite daily fatigue, and of facing forward together with your companions.
Since its release in February 1995, it spent seven consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Oricon charts and achieved sales of over 2.13 million copies.
Seamlessly blending Tetsuya Komuro’s polished production with Masatoshi Hamada’s down-to-earth vocals, this song is perfect for moments when you need a little boost amid the busyness of work and life, or when you’re thinking about starting something new.
Songs that lift your spirits and stay close to your heart. Cheer-up songs (41–50)
rainbow-coloredayaka
It’s a rousing anthem whose powerful, life-giving vocals and warm, embracing melodies resonate deep in the heart.
It gently paints the strength to overcome any hardship and the hopeful future that awaits beyond.
The lyrics, which speak to the new vistas revealed through painful experiences and the importance of moving forward step by step, stay close to the listener and give them courage.
Ayaka’s 13th single was newly written in June 2014 as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako and Anne.” This work is an encouraging message song that speaks to everyone standing at a crossroads in life, feeling anxiety or uncertainty.
It’s a track we especially hope will reach those taking a new step forward or harboring vague worries about the future.
Feeling great!!mihimaru GT
This is a signature track by mihimaru GT that straightforwardly conveys a bright, upbeat vibe.
A notable feature is the emphasis on rhythm tones like drums and bass, with solid low-end that stirs the listener’s heart.
The lyrics urge you to blow away your troubles and enjoy the moment, carrying a powerful energy that feels like it’s taking you to a brighter place.
It also comes across as a song that reminds us it’s sometimes necessary to forget our worries and refresh ourselves.
