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?
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Hidden gem upbeat songs. Recommended popular tracks (21–30)
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.
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.
DistanceMAN WITH A MISSION
This is a song by MAN WITH A MISSION, a band known for their wolf masks and high level of musicianship that make them a major attraction at festivals.
With a fast-paced tempo, the melody builds excitement and offers an uplifting, almost trance-like escape from the everyday—a hidden gem of an energizing track.
SaudadePorno Graffitti
With its uniquely expansive vocals and outstanding performance, this is a hidden gem by Porno Graffitti that enjoys immense popularity at their live shows.
Though often overshadowed by their early hits, it’s undeniably uplifting and is revered as a classic by devoted fans.
B-Boy-ismRHYMESTER
This is a Rhymester track that portrays the aesthetics of breakdancers, which have captivated many B-boys.
It samples the breakbeat mega-classic “It’s Just Begun” at a mid-tempo, and it’s a hidden gem of a song with an energizing track that enchants not only hip-hop fans but funk lovers as well.