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An idol-sung cheer song: A roundup of recommended tracks that lift your spirits when you listen

There are all kinds of themes in songs sung by idols, right?

Among them, many cheer songs either carry messages that truly resonate with the heart or have that bright, quintessential idol-song vibe that lifts your spirits just by listening!

So in this article, we’ll showcase a selection of idol songs that give you courage and energy—all at once.

There are tracks that sing about various situations, so I hope you’ll listen while reading the lyrics and find a song that makes you feel, “You’re singing about me!!” That would make me happy.

An idol’s pep-song playlist: recommended tracks that will lift your spirits (21–30)

Korokoro GirliLiFE!

[MV] Rolling Girl / iLiFE!
Korokoro GirliLiFE!

On those mornings when you just can’t seem to get motivated, many of you are probably looking for a song that flips the switch.

That’s exactly why we recommend this track by iLiFE!.

Released on January 1, 2023, it captures the ever-changing moods of girls using the friendly onomatopoeia of “rolling.” The melody, woven with fragments of nursery rhymes and classical phrases, is highly addictive—you’ll have it stuck in your head after just one listen.

It’s included on the album Idol Life Starter Pack!, and the cute direction in the music video also drew attention.

At live shows, the choreography brings the whole venue together, guaranteeing a wave of excitement and smiles.

It’s the perfect number to blow away the blues and lift your spirits.

Cyclone life!iLiFE!

While rooted in J-pop, iLiFE! is an idol group that captures the raw energy of their live performances in their songs and continues to grow alongside their fans.

First unveiled at their new-lineup showcase in September 2023 and released in November of the same year, this track stands out with the cool, fast-paced sound provided by Medansy.

The razor-sharp synthesizers and rapidly shifting beats deliver an exhilarating rush that feels like it raises your heart rate just by listening.

The surging momentum that sweeps up the entire venue, combined with the fans’ calls that complete the experience, is guaranteed to be addictive once you feel it firsthand.

It’s a power-packed number that’s perfect for refreshing your mood or turning up the energy when you want to get fired up.

Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT

THE SUPER FRUIT – Sakura Fure Fure [Official Music Video]
Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT

THE SUPER FRUIT is a boys’ group that champions a clean-cut, pure image.

Their second single, released in March 2023, is a springtime anthem that captures both the excitement and anxiety of the cherry blossom season.

In the rush of starting a new chapter, its gentle lyrics affirm that stumbling is okay, warmly wrapping listeners in comfort.

The song was also beloved as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02.” With driving band sounds and a festive melody, this track gives you the courage to step into the future.

It’s a song brimming with positive energy—perfect to listen to as a cheer for yourself when your environment changes, like entering a new school or starting a job.

I like you.AKB48

[MV full] #Suki nanda / AKB48 [Official]
I like you.AKB48

An AKB48 track that puts a hashtag—born from social media—right in the title, singing about modern-day feelings of love.

Released in August 2017 as their 49th single, it’s a classic idol song that makes a bright summer sky unfold just by listening.

Rino Sashihara, who won first place in the 9th General Election, serves as center, and the single proved its overwhelming popularity by going million in its first week.

Many will also remember how the music video, filmed in Okinawa, became a symbolic ‘revenge’ after the General Election there ended up with no audience due to bad weather.

Its bright, exhilarating sound and catchy choreography are sure to give a powerful push to anyone nursing a crush.

It’s the perfect song for getting everyone hyped at karaoke or for lifting your spirits!

Vegetable SistersAKB48

[MV full] Vegetable Sisters / AKB48 [Official]
Vegetable SistersAKB48

If you’re looking for a lively, feel-good cheer song to brighten up your breakfast table, how about getting pumped with this track? Featured on AKB48’s single “Heavy Rotation,” released in August 2010, this song became a household favorite as the CM song for Kagome’s “Yasai Ichinichi Kore Ippon.” The members singing in uniquely designed vegetable costumes caused quite a stir at the time.

Its rhythmic chants and catchy melody will have you humming along before you know it.

It’s the perfect song to dance to with your kids or to charge up your energy at the start of the day!

#LoveCodeiLiFE!

iLiFE!’s “#Love Code” vividly depicts the start of romance through a digital worldview.

It’s an upbeat tune featuring bold, game-like messages about “cracking” someone’s heart and a thrilling, electric development that tingles like lightning.

Released digitally in April 2024, the track was also included on the album “Idol Life Extra Pack,” which came out in April 2025.

Written and composed by Anonymous Germa, it’s a fan favorite at live shows, where the calls echo through the venue and create a heated sense of unity.

Waiting around for love is boring—you want to make the first move! It’s perfect for those forward-looking moments.

If you’re craving a jolt in your everyday life or need a burst of courage at a critical moment, give it a listen.

Idol Life Extra PackiLiFE!

[LIVE Footage] Idol Life Extra Pack / iLiFE! [1 Million Views Commemoration]
Idol Life Extra PackiLiFE!

This is a signature track that directly translates the group’s concept—“An idol life created by you and me”—into the very structure of the song! Medansy single-handedly handled the lyrics, composition, and arrangement, and it’s especially unique in how the lyrics themselves function as a step-by-step guide to calls and on-site etiquette.

Since its release as a digital single in August 2022, it’s become a major buzz on TikTok and beyond, and it was also included in their first album, “iLife Starter Pack,” released in January 2023, serving as a calling-card track.

It’s perfect not only for those who want to experience the unity of a live show, but also as an introductory piece for anyone preparing for their first on-site debut.

Feel the exhilarating sound that conveys the venue’s feverish energy just by listening.