Recommended cheer-up songs for high school students: tracks that will motivate you to do your best on entrance exams and club activities when you listen to them.
Between club activities, daily classes, and studying for entrance exams, high school students have more than ever to work hard on, don’t they? Sometimes you might hit a wall and feel troubled.
In times like that, I recommend listening to your favorite motivational songs to lift your spirits! Upbeat tracks or lyrics filled with encouragement can give you the strength to try again.
In this article, we’ll introduce motivational songs recommended for high school students.
There are plenty of perfect songs to cheer you on for clubs and exams, so be sure to find the one that’s just right for you.
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Recommended cheer songs for high school students: Tracks (91–100) that will motivate you for entrance exams and club activities
together; along with; bothWANIMA
This song, which celebrates friendship, hope, and the strength to overcome hardship, fills listeners with energy and courage.
WANIMA’s exhilarating, fast-paced sound and positive message stand by those who continue to face challenges, serving as a powerful support.
Released in August 2016 as the theme song for Nivea Kao’s “8×4” commercial, it also carries the members’ deep love for their hometown of Kumamoto and their hopes for its recovery.
Included on the album “Are You Coming?”, the track was also performed at the 2017 NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
With its strong message, the song brings the perfect blend of excitement and refreshment for a school sports day’s exit scene.
It is expected to heighten the sense of unity in the venue, along with the children’s feelings of accomplishment and emotion after giving their all in competition.
The Zero Sense10-FEET
10-FEET is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for their sound, which distills a wide range of genres—reggae, hip-hop, and guitar pop—into a loud, high-impact style.
Their 22nd single, The First Sense, chosen as the ending theme for the animated film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, cranks up the tension from the opening with its thrilling ensemble.
Even when you feel like you’re losing your way, the lyrics give you a push, reminding you it’s not over yet—offering courage to those dedicated to their clubs and to students in all kinds of situations.
It’s a modern rock tune whose driving ensemble lifts your spirits.
Recommended cheer-up songs for high school students: tracks that will motivate you for exams and club activities (101–110)
ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE
This work is a grand composition that expresses the athlete’s inner “calm” and “motion.” It delivers deep inspiration and courage to listeners—truly an anthem for everyone who takes on a challenge.
Released in July 2024, it was also used in broadcasts of the Paris Olympics.
It portrays the pain and anxiety experienced on the path toward a goal, as well as the strength to overcome them.
It’s a song we especially want students dedicated to their club activities and anyone striving toward their dreams to hear.
It’s a piece that lets you feel the breadth and depth of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s musicality.
Tsunage KizunaTHE RAMPAGE
THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE is a dance and vocal group whose name means “to go on a rampage.” Their 17th single, Tsunage Kizuna, chosen as the official theme song for TBS’s 2022 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship, stands out with its stylish melody and ensemble.
Its message—press forward toward your dreams and goals without hesitation—might blow away pre-game nerves if you listen before a club match.
It’s a refreshing pop tune with a cool sound that gives you a supportive push.
We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā
As a song to cheer on exam-takers, this track is especially beloved by high school students.
Exam study, I think, is about choosing your target school and steadily working toward that goal.
Still, some people set goals that are considered tough given their current abilities.
Even for challenges that might seem “impossible” at first glance, listening to this song will give you the courage to say, “I’m absolutely going to do it!” Give it a listen when you hit a wall in your studies or when your motivation dips.
ReCodaTRUE
This piece, which debuted in April 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime Sound! Euphonium 3, is an uplifting anthem that encourages listeners with a powerful message.
The lyrics, which turn everyday joys and regrets into sound and emphasize the importance of moving forward, are sure to resonate with high school students devoted to clubs or exam prep.
TRUE’s soaring vocals and synth-pop sound stoke a passion for challenge and growth.
It’s the perfect song for those who want to value their own voice and take a new first step.
Give it a listen!
Don’t give upZARD
There’s a classic song that empowers high school students striving in clubs and studies: ZARD’s “Makenaide.” Almost everyone has heard it at least once.
Its words of encouragement are sometimes gentle, sometimes strong, and when you’re tired, receiving that message resonates in your heart and gives you the courage to rise again.
Perhaps the reason it’s loved across generations lies in Izumi Sakai’s gentle voice and the melody.
It’s a rousing anthem for times of trial.
If you listen when you need energy, it will surely lift your spirits and help you stay positive.