[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 Your Study Focus (91–100)
End of the dayMr.Children
This Mr.
Children song is the one that will support you when you want to make that final push.
They formed in 1989, but they’re still popular among today’s high school students! When you’re “so close, but just not quite there,” if you really read the lyrics to this song, you’ll find the strength to push a little harder.
These lyrics gently encourage a heart that’s feeling a bit timid and give you the courage to keep running.
I hope every high school student striving toward their goals will listen to it.
UnlovelessMrs. GREEN APPLE
This is an upbeat rock tune that blows away the feeling of “I can’t be bothered.” It’s a song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, included on the album ANTENNA released in July 2023.
While singing with a touch of irony about self-love and the desire for approval, the lyrics deliver a memorable, forward-looking message: “Let’s love.
Just love.” It’s a powerful cheer song that resonates with the troubled hearts of people today.
When you’re lacking motivation to study, listening to it should naturally give you the courage to look ahead.
Be sure to play it as a refreshing break during your exam study sessions!
[For High School Students] A Collection of Motivational Songs to Boost Study Focus (101–110)
StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s an upbeat, encouraging anthem that feels like opening a door to a brilliant future.
The song was included on the album that marked Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s major debut in 2015, and in 2017 it was featured in a commercial for Kao’s “Merit Shampoo,” drawing widespread attention.
Its pop, catchy melody and Motoki Omori’s refreshing vocals resonate deeply.
It carries a message of support that gently nudges anyone starting out in a new environment.
Let this song turn your anxiety into courage—why not listen and take the first step toward a new challenge?
snow jamRin Oto
For a quick refresh to help you refocus on studying, I recommend Rin-ne’s “snow jam.” Rin-ne is from Fukuoka and is a skilled artist who has even won MC battles in the Kyushu region.
His warm, gentle rap is perfect for resetting your mindset before you hit the books.
While rap is often seen as energetic, Rin-ne’s “snow jam” is the opposite—calm and soothing, like quietly falling snow.
It’s sure to be a wonderful track to help you get started with your studies.
LaurentechSPECIAL OTHERS
Formed by high school classmates and known as regulars at summer festivals, SPECIAL OTHERS are a four-piece jam band.
“Laurentech,” a track from their second album QUEST, features an ensemble whose comfort comes from each member’s exceptional musicianship.
Its lively beat and gentle sound can help settle your mind before you start studying.
At over nine minutes long, it’s a perfect fit for a focused session—a track that brightens the moments leading up to study time.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
When you want to get pumped up with a fiery hype song, why not listen to this hit by Superfly? It’s a staple cheer song that almost always gets mentioned when introducing sports anthems, and the more you listen, the more your fighting spirit ignites! When you’re studying and start to feel anxious or lose motivation, this track will give you a push and fire you up with the message: “Just keep moving forward!!”
finishing blowVaundy
Singer-songwriter Vaundy, who proudly embraces his identity as a Japanese artist by intentionally using Japanese-made English for his stage name and song titles, released his 24th digital-only single Todome no Ichigeki, written as the ending theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 2.
The track, which also drew attention for its collaboration with guitarist Cory Wong, features stylish melodies and ensemble work that gently lift your mood before studying.
It’s an urban pop tune with pleasantly funky guitar comping.