[Motivation Injection] Songs to listen to on days when you don't want to go to work
There are times—like after a long holiday or on Monday mornings—when you just really don’t feel like going to work.
Maybe some of you start to feel a bit heavy-hearted from Sunday night.
Even so, for the sake of your life and your family, you have to get back to work tomorrow.
For those of you pushing through that post-break slump, we’ve gathered a selection of classic and popular songs that will blow away that lethargic mood! These tracks are sure to sweep away the heaviness of those mornings when you don’t want to go to work.
Give these recommended songs a listen and have a positive, energetic day!
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[Motivation Injection] Songs to listen to on days you don't want to go to work (21–30)
Dream FighterPerfume
The eighth single by the three-member techno unit Perfume.
Its message—that facing tough, demanding days at work is the first step toward your dreams—resonates along with the song’s driving tempo.
It’s a track that boosts your motivation for work, reminding you that the pain you feel is proof you’re giving it your all.
Further awayRemioromen
Remioromen has sung about emotions close to everyday life—scenes, seasons, and the familiar.
“Motto Tooku e” is a 2008 single and an encouraging song that was also used as the theme for the Beijing Olympics broadcast.
It’s a grand rock ballad that feels like a push on the back, with Ryota Fujimaki’s unwaveringly direct, powerful vocals piercing through.
The message is so moving it can bring you to tears, and it’s said to reflect Fujimaki’s own step-by-step determination at a time when he struggled to write lyrics.
It’s a song that lifts you up when you’re striving for someone else or want to rally yourself—encouraging you and boosting your motivation.
[Motivation Boost] Songs to Listen to on Days You Don’t Want to Go to Work (31–40)
We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā
This is the 14th single by the three-piece rock band Sambomaster, written specifically for a commercial.
It delivers a powerful message that you can do anything as long as you don’t lose sight of yourself, and its unadorned, straightforward vocals and performance are truly uplifting.
It’s a song that gives you a push when you’re heading to a tough job and helps you feel more positive.
One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
It was released as FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ 14th single.
The jacket and music video featured Masahiro Tanaka, who at the time was a pitcher for the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles, making it a song whose lyrics resonate with Tanaka’s way of life and image.
The lyrics, which say that with just a little courage you can keep going, are very encouraging.
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi
When a deal is entering its final stage or you have an important presentation coming up over the weekend, many people find themselves incredibly busy with no time to rest as the deadline approaches.
In times like that, you can start to feel suffocated and not want to go to work—right? That’s when I recommend listening to this song! It’s a classic pump-up anthem, and even in tough situations, it will help you push through just a little more.
If you’re thinking, “I want to give it my all, but my heart just isn’t in it…,” get through it with this song by your side!
GuildBUMP OF CHICKEN
When it comes to songs by BUMP OF CHICKEN that remind you of work, this is the one, right? It has that distinctly BUMP sound that isn’t exactly bright, but if you take your time and read the lyrics over and over, you’ll gradually start to feel a bit more positive.
When your heart is worn out by various frustrations and anxieties, it’s natural to feel like you don’t want to go to work.
In the beginning, the lyrics give voice to those feelings, but as the song progresses, the words slowly shift toward a sense of hope and forward-looking resolve.
It’s a song that gently encourages you, as if staying close to your heart.
I don’t want to work.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai
The most relatable song in the world for when you just don’t want to work.
You could even say it perfectly speaks for all the feelings office workers carry—it’s not an exaggeration! On top of those relatable lyrics, the super catchy, upbeat chorus feels strangely comforting, and as you listen, your mood keeps lifting.
Toward the end, there’s a positive message for you after giving it your all for the day, so try playing this song when you wake up and head to work with a brighter mindset!