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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.

Hidden gems of feel-good songs. Recommended popular tracks (11–20)

Wake UpAAA

AAA / 「Wake up!」Music Video
Wake UpAAA

This is a hidden gem by AAA, who are rising with a different kind of charisma from Johnny’s and authentic dance performances you don’t see in typical idol groups.

Among fans, it’s positioned as a lesser-known, uplifting song that’s especially beloved.

Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN

This is a hidden gem by BEGIN, an artist who has firmly established their position as a representative from Okinawa.

The comfortable Ryukyuan sound and familiar melodic lines bring out its charm as an uplifting song, making it one you can savor with every listen.

DreamerBennie Becca

This is one of Benny Becca’s signature tracks, followed by many dancers and dedicated listeners.

Its uplifting sound and collaboration with hardcore female artists invite you into a glittering world and deliver a powerful boost.

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.

Driving All NightDOUBLE

DOUBLE / Driving All Night [Music Video]
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.

Hidden gem upbeat songs. Recommended popular tracks (21–30)

Follow MeE-girls

E-Girls / Follow Me ~Short Version~
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.