Hidden gems of feel-good songs. Recommended popular tracks.
This is a playlist of fun Japanese songs—tracks with witty lyrics or catchy rhythms that will lift your spirits when you listen.
Why not give it a try when you need a boost?
I’ve skipped the usual classics and selected hidden gems instead.
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Hidden gems of feel-good songs. Recommended popular tracks (11–20)
Rhyme Wave Phrase DisciplesCHEHON

This is a track by Chehon that blends reggae with a four-on-the-floor flavor, discovering a new sense of value.
Packed with a barrage of hype-inducing rhymes that are guaranteed to lift your spirits, it’s a hidden gem that gets plenty of radio play yet hasn’t quite broken into the mainstream or widespread recognition.
excessively earnest; overly serious to a fault; straight-lacedCreepy Nuts×Ayase×Ikuta Rira

This song is a heartwarming anthem for people who keep working earnestly despite the fatigue and frustrations they feel in everyday life.
Created collaboratively by Creepy Nuts, Ayase, and Rira Ikuta, the piece beautifully blends their unique styles to deliver an approachable melody and a powerful message.
Released in March 2022, it was used as the theme song for Nippon Broadcasting System’s “All Night Nippon” 55th Anniversary commemorative performance.
It resonated with many listeners, reaching No.
6 on the Billboard JAPAN Download Songs chart.
Whether you struggle with mornings but still push yourself to wake up early, or you’re clumsy yet refuse to give up and keep trying, this song stands by and encourages everyone who is giving life their all.
Driving All NightDOUBLE

A track that captures a stylish, late-night Tokyo expressway vibe, distilling disco-funk into a house beat, this is a refreshing double-layered hidden booster song.
While ultra-uppers can be tiring, this one raises your spirits comfortably with its smooth, poised vocals—an impeccably crafted piece that lifts your mood without strain.
FantasistaDragon Ash

This is a hidden gem by Dragon Ash, a fusion band of rock and hip-hop that has produced numerous classic tracks.
Set to rapid-fire drums, the soaring vocals convey both exhilaration and a spirit of defiance, creating a song that feels like it passes down the strength to face adversity.
Follow MeE-girls

This is a hidden gem by E-girls, known for their vibrant looks and energetic presence as a dance idol group.
Though it didn’t become a major hit, it’s a powerful track that really gets people hyped, especially among younger listeners.
Rising SunEXILE

This is a lesser-known feel-good song by EXILE, who have established a solid position as a male dance-vocal group.
Even as acts like J Soul Brothers rise and their ballads gain prominence, this track stands out with a strong presence and remains a beloved classic that captures the hearts of core fans.
Hidden gem upbeat songs. Recommended popular tracks (21–30)
Go!FLOW

It’s an uplifting song characterized by its passionate message and memorable melody.
Released in 2004, it became widely known both in Japan and abroad after being chosen as the opening theme for the popular anime NARUTO.
It features FLOW’s signature catchy sound and lyrics that inspire the courage to charge toward your dreams.
The song sings of the resolve to carve out your own path and the importance of staying true to your convictions without being swayed by others—making it perfect for times when you want to take on something new or regain your confidence.


