An uplifting song with great lyrics. A wonderful, memorable message that stays with your heart.
Do you have a favorite hype-up song?
When you want to get motivated or when your heart feels worn out—those moments when you need one last push—there are songs you want to listen to, right?
In times like those, many of us are drawn in by beautiful lyrics, aren’t we?
So in this article, I’ll be introducing plenty of uplifting songs with captivating lyrics!
They’re all positive tracks that will cheer you on—whether it’s you or someone important to you.
Let’s listen to the songs I’m about to share and keep going together!
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An uplifting song with great lyrics. A lovely, memorable message (51–60)
Easy GoElefanto Kashimashi
It’s a song with a driving groove and melody that feels masculine and cool.
It’s by the four-piece rock band Elephant Kashimashi, known for songs like “Koyoi no Tsuki no Yō ni.” It was released in 2018 as their 51st single.
I recommend listening to it when you’re feeling totally drained.
Go for it!Nakajima Miyuki
As you can tell from the title, this song is a cheer anthem for many people.
It was originally by Miyuki Nakajima, and it’s a classic that’s been covered by many artists! I’ve heard the song was created in 1982 based on a letter sent to a radio show, and it’s meant for those who fight against the world’s injustices and the things we can’t control.
Some of the lyrics were written directly from the contents of that letter, which makes it feel very real.
Even so, Miyuki Nakajima’s words give you the strength to overcome those struggles, and they truly lift your spirits.
dissonanceKeyakizaka46
I think many people struggle with wanting to value their own opinions but ending up going along with those around them.
Students in particular might relate.
But when you listen to this song, its powerful message moves you and makes you want to cherish yourself.
It’s okaywacci
Beloved by a wide range of age groups, wacci offers a gentle cheer with their encouraging song “Daijoubu” (“It’s Okay”).
It also served as the theme song for the TV drama ‘37.5°C no Namida.’ When you feel like you’re about to be defeated by your own weakness, listening to this track helps you reconnect with your honest feelings and makes you want to try again.
Its gentle lyrics will support you as you keep going.
An uplifting song with great lyrics. A wonderful, memorable message (61–70)
DIVE!Miura Daichi
It’s a song packed with a powerful message: “Live by trusting your own instincts!” It’s sung by Daichi Miura, a singer who is also active as a dancer.
It’s included on his 2018 best-of album, BEST.
The dance in the music video is awesome, too!
rainbowTakahashi Yuu
Rainbow is a song written by Yu Takahashi as a cheer anthem for summer high school baseball.
The lyrics carry two major messages: one is a push for those who are hesitating—“Go on, give it a try.” The other is a call to live for tomorrow without being bound by past glory.
Takahashi wrote these messages based on what he felt when he actually visited the ballpark.
Try listening to it not only with baseball in mind, but by applying it to whatever you’re working hard at in your own life!
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
It was the NHK theme song for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, and Olympic theme songs are always truly wonderful, aren’t they? This one is no exception—an emotionally moving piece that resonates with the heart.
In this gentle, slow-tempo ballad, Fukase’s soft, tender vocals really stand out.
And the lyrics are truly outstanding.
Written from the perspective of someone standing beside a person striving toward their dream, the words quietly give a supportive push, believing in the person’s efforts and saying, “You can do it!”