Upbeat, bright songs: a collection of tracks that lift your mood when you listen
Up-tempo songs really lift your spirits and get you energized when you listen to them, don’t they?
There are all kinds of vibes—refreshing tracks by singer-songwriters, cool tunes by rock bands, and more—but in this article, we’ll focus especially on songs with a bright, upbeat feel.
Check these out when you need a boost, want to amp up your mood, or are looking to feel more positive.
They’re also perfect as background music for work or for a drive.
So, let’s dive in and see what songs are out there!
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Up-tempo, bright songs: a collection of tracks that lift your spirits when you listen (31–40)
Pon de SKY, Pon de STARDA PUMP
It’s a positive cheer song that gives you a push and tells you there’s nothing to fear.
Performed by the dance-vocal group DA PUMP, it’s included on their album “BACK 2 DA UNITY,” released in July 2025.
The track was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Asakusa Last-Boss Grandma.” Produced by m.c.A·T, its sound fuses reggae and Latin influences, and its uplifting lyrics boost your mood.
It’s perfect for those moments when you want to take a new step forward.
Joyfulikimonogakari
If you’re looking for an upbeat, feel-good track, this Ikimono-gakari song is highly recommended! With its energetic, bright melody and lyrics, it’s guaranteed to lift your spirits just by listening.
Released in September 2009, it was also featured in Ezaki Glico’s Pocky commercial.
The music video is full of fun vibes, with a memorable scene of the members crashing a school festival.
It’s perfect for your commute, jogging, or doing housework, and it’s a great crowd-pleaser at karaoke.
This song, brimming with Ikimono-gakari’s signature charm, reminds you of the importance of having fun to the fullest.
Just being alive is a reward.Aoyama Teruma
This song is the one that gently gives me a push when I feel like luck isn’t on my side.
Released by Thelma Aoyama in December 2019, it draws its lyrics from the “messages for living happily” she wrote in her own essays.
Set to a soothing R&B-pop melody, the words wash over you with wholehearted affirmation.
It became one of her signature tracks, to the point that it was later included on the album Scorpion Moon.
When you’re feeling down or losing confidence, listening to it will surely lift your spirits.
Treat yourself and give it a listen.
Starangerashizaru FC
This is a song by Ashizaru FC themed around “stickers,” a communication tool of the digital age.
It was released for streaming in December 2024.
The track features a bright, energetic vibe.
Over a sound that fuses hip-hop and J-pop, it sings about the appeal of expressing feelings that are hard to convey with words through stickers.
It’s super catchy, so it’s perfect for lifting your mood!
THE DAYPorunogurafiti
PornoGraffitti is famous for their high vocal range, and I think “THE DAY” is one of their highest songs, especially at the top end.
The tempo is quite fast too, so if you’re going to sing it, it’ll be tough to keep up unless you really memorize the song first.
Also, vocalist Okano mostly uses chest voice and belts the high notes in his natural voice, but the highest note at the end of the chorus, C#5, is in falsetto.
That switch is so cool, isn’t it? Since the song is up-tempo, if you’re not comfortable with high notes, I recommend lowering the key by one or two steps instead of starting in the original key.
Rather than focusing on pitch at first, start by getting used to the speed! You might get caught up in just getting the notes out, but don’t forget to breathe!
Upbeat, bright songs: a collection of tracks that lift your spirits (41–50)
Yellow Big Bang！Hatsuboshi Gakuen
Hatsuboshi Academy’s song is a lively number packed with the brilliance of youth! Its up-tempo rhythm and bright melody feel great and lift your spirits just by listening.
The lyrics, which shine like the sun, carry a message about cherishing joyful moments.
Released in June 2024, the track is also used as an insert song in the smartphone game “Gakuen Idolmaster.” It’s perfect for when you’re feeling down or need an energy boost—sure to fill you with hope for tomorrow.
Feeling great!!mihimaru GT
This track is characterized by a very up-tempo sound.
Just watching the vocalist’s cute looks is enough to lift your spirits.
Of course, the song itself is very bright and energizing too.
It’s a track I highly recommend when you want to boost your mood.