Uplifting! Heisei-Era Cheer Songs: The Best Hits

Here come the true classics: a roundup of the cheer songs that were big hits in the Heisei era!

The 1990s were the peak era for CD sales, and the Heisei period produced countless hit songs that are still sung today.

These are tunes everyone could hum along to.

They topped sales charts and are frequently featured on music shows.

Focusing on the “Best Hits,” we’ve compiled a variety of cheer songs—from anthems by the era’s biggest artists that defined Heisei, to hidden gems born from special projects with a touch of cool sophistication.

Dive in whenever you’re feeling nostalgic and in need of the comfort that Heisei cheer songs bring.

Playlist

Uplifting! Heisei-Era Cheer Songs: The Best Hits
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Don’t give upZARD		ZARD's 'Makenaide' is a song of hope and courage.
2	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		The cheer song by DREAMS COME TRUE, “Nando Demo” (“Again and Again”)
3	Last chanceSomething ELse		Samuel, a distinctive band from the ’90s
4	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		I get courage from Noriyuki Makihara’s motivational song “Donna to Kimo” (Whenever).
5	Endless JourneyMr.Children		Music that overcomes anxiety about the future
6	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A gentle, uplifting cheer song—the classic by Daijiman.
7	There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu		An encouraging song that supports us in difficult times, delivering hope.
8	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s song “Niji” sings about the strength to look forward.
9	Progresskōkua		A song that supports your professional life
10	ultra soulB’z		I recommend B’z’s motivational song “ultra soul.”
11	Love will winKAN		“Love Will Win” is a famous song that conveys hope.
12	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		The masterpiece “Zenryoku Shonen” that gives you the courage to charge forward with all your might.
13	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		The power of lyrics that affirm tears and turn them into something positive
14	Go for it!Nakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s motivational song “Fight!” is fire.
15	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster 'The World Smiles at You'
16	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		Encouragement Song by The Elephant Kashimashi
17	Go for it!Urufuruzu		The Ulfuls' cheer song is a big hit
18	Let’s do our best.SMAP		SMAP's 'Ganbarimashou' is an encouraging song.
19	NIPPONShiina Ringo		The NHK theme song for the Soccer World Cup is fire.
20	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Songs by Yu Takahashi that uplift the heart with a smile
21	Happinessarashi		A powerful message song by Arashi—its uplifting vocals give your heart a push forward.
22	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		An encouraging song that pushes you forward toward your dreams
23	WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T		The H Jungle cheer song resonates with my heart
24	PRIDEImai Miki		A cheerleading love song that turns a secret love into pride
25	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Singing the spirit of adventure with Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals
26	Bring it on, spring.non		Non-san’s youth cheer song