[For High School Students] A Collection of Motivational Songs to Boost Study Focus
Speaking of high school students, in addition to regular exams, some also have entrance exams, so you end up spending more time studying.
But even when you know you have to study, do you ever feel like you just can’t focus and can’t bring yourself to sit down and do it? In this article, we’re introducing BGM and Japanese cheer songs that can boost your motivation and concentration for studying! Some will fire you up, some are moving, and some have a chill vibe.
Be sure to read to the end and find the music that suits you best!
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[For High School Students] A Collection of Motivational Songs to Boost Study Focus (71–80)
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that delicately portrays the brilliance and bitterness of youth, along with the struggles of growing up, was released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in April 2024.
It gently embraces moments where the transience of life, the passage of time, hope, and anxiety intersect.
This work is a message song that emphasizes the importance of accepting your past self and finding the courage to move toward the future.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime “Oblivion Battery” and received high acclaim, including winning the Grand Prize at the 66th Japan Record Awards.
With Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s refreshing pop melodies and profound lyrics in perfect harmony, this piece will gently encourage young people who want to create memories at school festivals and cultural events.
Critical HitRADWIMPS
This is a rock anthem packed with a grand message that resonates with young people, included by RADWIMPS in their December 2013 album “X to O to Tsumi to.” Riding on powerful guitar riffs and driving drum rhythms, it portrays the struggles and growth of a protagonist trying to find their own path in the midst of youth.
Its uncompromising alternative sound is brimming with energy, making it perfect for opening or closing ceremonies at school sports days.
The music video was filmed at Ageo Municipal Baseball Stadium in Saitama Prefecture and features a massive scale with 1,500 extras.
This work strongly supports students in the thick of their youth and those standing at life’s crossroads.
It’s the perfect song when you need the courage to take a new step forward.
earnest desireSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s deeply moving masterpiece that sings about the importance of human connections is included on their album “Ongaku,” released in February 2024.
The song gently conveys how an individual’s happiness is built with the support of many people and the warmth created by a chain of smiles.
The album “Ongaku” also features several tie-in tracks, including the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers 2 and the anthem for the 103rd National High School Rugby Tournament.
It’s the perfect song for cheering on those practicing for sports days and field days, or for reminiscing about the memories of working up a sweat with your friends.
[For High School Students] A Playlist of Motivational Songs to Boost Study Focus (81–90)
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Saucy Dog is a three-piece rock band garnering attention for their striking high-tone vocals and down-to-earth lyrics.
Their 15th major digital single, “I Will Live in the Present,” chosen as the support song for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Championship, sticks in your ears with its driving rock sound and pop yet wistful melody.
The lyric that says hard-earned effort never disappears is sure to empower high school students facing club activities and entrance exams.
It’s a refreshing rock tune whose positive message both uplifts and comforts.
Fight For LibertyUVERworld
UVERworld, the six-member rock band that made history by drawing an unprecedented 45,000 men to a men-only concert at Tokyo Dome in 2019, has become legendary.
Their 24th single, Fight For Liberty, released as a double A-side with Wizard CLUB, was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Space Battleship Yamato 2199.
The message—fight without regrets precisely because you only live once—resonates with the feelings of high school students living through a youth that will never return.
It’s a rock tune whose aggressive ensemble raises your spirits, giving you both the courage and the reason to face forward.
ultramarineYOASOBI
YOASOBI is a two-person music unit with a one-of-a-kind concept of turning novels into music, and they have continued to dominate the J-POP scene since their debut.
Their fifth digital-only single, “Gunjou,” based on the story text “Aoi wo Mikata ni” from Bourbon’s Alfort Mini Chocolate commercial, was also chosen as the theme song for Sukkiri’s nationwide high school dance club support project, “Dance One Project ’21.” Its message—teaching the importance of moving forward while facing your true feelings—may help lift the spirits of high school students weighed down by worries.
It’s a powerful number whose stunning choral work is sure to raise your excitement.
paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call
This is a grand message song by Yorushika’s suis and Evan Call, where the feelings conveyed through a letter are expressed with an orchestra and a clear, translucent vocal.
Its melody gently embraces both the importance and the difficulty of delivering words to someone, resonating deeply in the heart.
Released in February 2025, it was chosen as the theme song for the anime “Dragonite and the Mail Carrier,” which premiered around the same time.
Two versions were produced— a Japanese version by Ameko Kodama and an English version by Evan Call—carrying the power and potential of words across borders.
It’s recommended as a memorable finale song for school and cultural festivals, and for anyone holding dear feelings for someone special.