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.
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Songs that make you feel rushed. Tracks that make you panic just by listening. Classic and popular Japanese songs (1–10)
KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi
This song, which was featured as the opening theme for the anime Chainsaw Man, became a massive hit.
It’s a track with a cool drum and bass rhythm, and Daiki Tsuneta also took part.
The lyrics carry a powerful message about striving and looking toward the future, and the energetic sound grabs you by the heart.
Released digitally in October 2022, it topped the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
It’s a perfect uptempo number for tough times or when you want to get back on your feet.
Put it on for a drive or a run, and it’s sure to set your heart on fire.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
From the very first note, no matter how low you’re feeling, this high-energy, up-tempo track flips your switch to ON in an instant! If you’re anxious about what lies ahead, let this song remind you that it won’t end like this—you can carve out your future with intuitive, inspired thinking.
Listen while embracing the message woven into the music, and let your emotions burst free!
Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS
It was released in 1987 as THE BLUE HEARTS’ major-label debut single.
Written and composed by Hiroto Kōmoto, it’s a classic that remains one of THE BLUE HEARTS’ signature songs and enjoys immense popularity to this day.
Even now, along with songs like “TRAIN-TRAIN,” it’s used as a cheer song in Japanese high school baseball.
The up-tempo beat and passionate lyrics are sure to get you fired up.
Songs that make you feel rushed. Tracks that make you panic just by listening. Classic and popular J‑pop songs (11–20)
single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s electrifying, heart-pounding track has been chosen as the opening theme for Season 6 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.
The powerful vocals and band sound vividly express earnest emotions, resonate deeply, and push forward those who strive with unwavering determination.
Released in November 2022, the song aligns perfectly with the anime’s worldview, carrying messages that mirror the protagonists as they face adversity.
As a fast-paced anthem that inspires self-belief and the courage to keep moving without giving up, it’s highly recommended when deadlines loom or when you need to flip your motivation switch.
BANDAGEAyumu Imazu
The powerful message of “Take action now” resonates deeply.
Dissatisfaction with myself and those around me who won’t face forward, a tangle of complex thoughts—this song vividly depicts the feelings of someone who kept putting bandages on their emotional wounds and ran from truly facing them.
Written in March 2024 as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS drama “If You Fall in Love, the Second Time Is Better,” the track reflects Ayumu Imazu’s own experiences and underscores the importance of shedding doubt and moving forward with courage.
It’s a song that gently nudges those who, even while burdened by hesitation and regret, want to take that first step.
Up-tempo and irresistibly rhythmic, it makes you tap along.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
No matter when I listen, this song has intensely energetic bass and a driving feel.
It’s super cool, and the vocalist’s androgynous voice is incredibly addictive.
Working while listening to this fast-paced track would naturally help you pick up speed.
I think they’re an amazing band you’d never guess is just a three-piece.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
This song, which took the world by storm as an insert track in the film Your Name, starts with a calm tone in the A and B sections, gradually building up before bursting into an uplifting, up-tempo chorus, expressed with powerful vocals alongside rich harmonies and a strong drum beat.
It’s a classic—be sure to focus on the rhythm and tempo and feel it for yourself!