[Power Songs] The best bright, energizing tracks that lift your spirits!
When you’re feeling down, want to perk up, or need a boost of motivation, many of us reach for upbeat songs.
But “upbeat” can mean many things: tracks with inspiring, forward-looking lyrics, rousing anthems that fire you up, or tunes with a cheerful vibe—the mood and feel vary widely.
The songs that resonate will change depending on your state of mind.
In this article, we’ve curated a wide range of energizing power songs that can lift you up and meet you where you are emotionally.
Be sure to add them to your playlist and enjoy!
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Let’s do our best.SMAP
SMAP, a five-member idol group celebrated as a national phenomenon, enjoyed immense popularity.
Their 14th single, “Ganbarimashou,” was used as the opening theme for the travel quiz show “Naruhodo! The World.” Its message—keep doing your best every day no matter what others think—can give you a push when you’re feeling down.
With its pop melody and tight ensemble brightening your mood, it’s a powerful, uplifting tune.
[Power Songs] Bright, uplifting tracks that give you energy—Best Feel-Good Anthems! (121–130)
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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A powerful track by [Alexandros] that rides a driving, exhilarating rock sound with a message of courage and challenge in pursuit of your dreams.
It vividly expresses the determination to push forward on the path you believe in, as well as the desire to connect with people’s hearts through music.
Released in March 2015, the song was chosen as the theme for the film “Akegarasu” and the ending theme for the TV program “Sakigake! Ongaku Banzuke ~EIGHT~,” and surpassed 100 million views on YouTube in August 2019.
It’s recommended not only when you need courage to move toward your dreams, but also as a boost to your motivation during workouts or strength training.
One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
An irresistibly uplifting anthem brimming with energy and exhilaration.
“One Heart” by ATARASHII GAKKO! is an ambitious track written specifically for Bourbon’s Fettuccine Gummi commercial.
It blends group-sung vocals with empowering lyrics that boost self-esteem.
Perfect for those about to start a new school term or a new chapter in life, and for anyone who wants to move forward together with friends.
Amazing!Ōhara Sakurako
The song “Amazing!” conveys the fluttering excitement and thrill of a girl in love.
The music video has a musical vibe, with her joyfully picking out date outfits with her girlfriends, saying, “What about this? Or that?” Love can be tough at times, but when you’re thinking about someone you like, you want to feel happy, don’t you? If you listen to this when you want to remember your first feelings, it’ll bring back happy memories and give you a little confidence to face love.
It’s a lively, happy number, so it’s also great as a dance track!
Let’s smileyonige
This is a song that makes you feel happy, as if your luck might improve just by listening to it.
Since it was used as the CM song for au’s “Santaro Series,” which aired from December 2017, many of you have probably heard it.
This work is a yonige-style cheer song that combines the kindness of saying you don’t have to force a smile with the strength to keep looking forward.
Based on an American folk song, its familiar melody gently soaks into the heart.
When you’re feeling down or low on energy, it will quietly give you a nudge forward—a little charm to carry with you.
There’s always tomorrowRe:Japan
This is a cover of Kyu Sakamoto’s song by Re:Japan, a unit formed by talents from Yoshimoto Kogyo, including Downtown.
The group was created for a commercial for Georgia, a canned coffee brand, and the drama “Ashita ga Arusa,” which carried over the commercial’s setting, as well as the film “Ashita ga Arusa THE MOVIE,” were also produced.
The overlap between the drama’s premise—depicting the struggles of salarymen at a general trading company—and the song’s wish for a better tomorrow reinforces a positive image.
Including the sight of comedians known for their stage performances singing joyfully, the song conveys a sense of hope moving toward a brighter future.
Beautiful Dayschay
Chay, who is expanding her activities by appearing on variety shows, released the euphoric track “Beautiful Days.” The song compares times when things don’t go well to a bud, and conveys the message that success will come someday by likening it to a flower blooming.
It can be enjoyed as an uplifting anthem.
Another charm is its call to respect individuality, inspired by the idea that every flower has a different color.
Its profound lyrics are sure to soothe the heart.
