Songs that make you feel rushed. Tracks that make you panic just by listening. Masterpieces and popular hits from Japanese music.
For those of you who want to tackle routine tasks with a sense of speed! This is a playlist just for you.
Zip through laundry! Zip through the dishes! Zip through vacuuming! We’ve gathered songs that are perfect for those moments.
It’s a playlist that’ll make you feel a little antsy—in a good way—and help you speed up your tasks.
Songs that make you feel rushed. Tracks that make you panic just by listening. Classic and popular Japanese songs (1–10)
doppelgängerCreepy Nuts
Set over a tense, hard‑hitting beat, this is a tour‑de‑force from Creepy Nuts that portrays the wavering and split of the self.
It depicts the inner alter ego—or mask—that everyone carries as a “doppelgänger,” sharply capturing the modern psyche’s inner conflict.
Melodic hooks intertwine exquisitely with unstable rhythms to vividly express a churning state of mind.
The track was written as the theme song for the film Under Ninja, released in January 2025.
It’s the perfect song for facing the many faces within yourself—or for releasing the unease and urgency inside your heart.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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Released in 2015 as [Alexandros]’s 10th single.
It was chosen as the theme song for the Shochiku-distributed film “Akakiri” and as the CM song for Asahi Beer’s “Asahi The Dream.” This marked the band’s first time handling a movie theme song.
It’s a high-pitched, up-tempo track brimming with a rock vibe.
flash[Alexandros]
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This is a song by [Alexandros] notable for its grand worldbuilding and exhilarating, fast-paced sound.
The lyrics, which depict the protagonist’s growth, inner conflict, and resolve for the future, resonate deeply with listeners.
You can feel a powerful will to overcome past traumas and fears and step into a new world, conveyed through strong vocals and a memorable guitar riff.
Released in May 2021 as their 19th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the feature anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway.
The music video, filmed at the Nippon Steel East Japan Works Kashima area, also superbly captures the work’s worldview.
It’s an uplifting track that gently encourages those looking to take a new step forward or move on from past experiences.
Teenager ForeverKing Gnu
A powerful anthem that brilliantly captures the radiance and restlessness of youth.
Its driving melody, carried by a brisk rhythm, stirs the heart, and the determination to keep moving forward despite the anxieties and impatience of being young is deeply moving.
Featured on the album “CEREMONY,” this track was used in January 2020 as the commercial song for Sony’s WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds, with King Gnu’s distinctively original sound drawing wide attention.
The deftly interwoven piano and guitar arrangement vividly conveys the urgency and inner conflicts of people living in a time-pressed modern world.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you need a push—during morning commutes, on the way to school, or when racing to meet a deadline.
BillikenCreepy Nuts
This is a track whose upbeat, forward-looking rap, riding a lively beat, makes your heart race.
Inspired by the Osaka deity said to bring good fortune through the soles of your feet, it’s a humor-filled work by Creepy Nuts that conveys their presence as rappers who usher in happiness.
DJ Matsunaga’s refined, Jersey club–style track is interwoven with R-Shitei’s skillful wordplay, drawing listeners in.
Released in October 2023, the song was featured in a commercial for the alcoholic beverage ZIMA, and its music video—shot in iconic Osaka locations like Tsutenkaku and Umeda—also made waves.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to turn anxious feelings into positive energy, or when you’re living through days so busy you can hardly catch your breath.
UNDEADYOASOBI
An energetic track that lifts your spirits.
The glitchy sound and Ikura’s powerful vocals really stand out.
It’s used as the opening theme for the Monogatari series spinoff “Off & Monster Season.” Released digitally in July 2024, it captures the work’s worldview with YOASOBI’s signature expression and unique up-tempo sound that’s genuinely exciting.
The lyrics are also compelling, delving into a deep theme of facing your past and future self.
It’s a perfect song for anyone on a journey of self-discovery.
A masterpiece that showcases the breadth of YOASOBI’s musical range!
The Zero Sense10-FEET
Starting with a sharp, edgy guitar riff and driven by a powerful, high-speed rhythm that’s signature 10-FEET, “The First Sense” bursts onto the scene.
Chosen as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, the title is said to mean “the mind, thoughts, and feelings that come before the five senses.” It perfectly captures the raw tension of the SLAM DUNK world and evokes that almost miraculous power that emerges in moments of high pressure.
Let the emotional sound set your heart racing and crank up your own intensity!
