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.
Playlist
| An idol-sung cheer song: A roundup of recommended tracks that lift your spirits when you listen | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | cliffhangerHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | 16th single with Manami Ohno serving as center for the first time |
| 2east | GANBA!!PANBE |  play_arrow | PANBE’s cheer song. Delivering courage and energy. |
| 3east | Ganba-tenderiLiFE! |  play_arrow | An up-tempo track brimming with positive energy |
| 4east | Fanfare!Hey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Hey! Say! JUMP’s summer love song |
| 5east | Yell for TomorrowHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Hey! Say! JUMP’s youth support song |
| 6east | Super Celebratory Song ~Is It Okay to Be This Happy?~FRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | FRUITS ZIPPER’s happy pop song |
| 7east | JAMFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | FRUITS ZIPPER’s new song: JAM and a Chaotic, Zany Life! |
| 8east | UMPHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Evaluation of Hey! Say! JUMP's new song |
| 9east | Chasing your bright futureFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | Introduction to FRUITS ZIPPER's debut song |
| 10east | NEW KAWAIIFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | FRUITS ZIPPER’s new song is trending |
| 11east | My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A song by FRUITS ZIPPER that boosts self-esteem |
| 12east | topazM!LK |  play_arrow | A song that gives you courage with classic brilliance and sincerity |
| 13east | Blue ShowerM!LK |  play_arrow | A refreshing, youth-filled song—the theme of the Sea Breeze commercial |
| 14east | Go! Go! Me!M!LK |  play_arrow | M!LK’s recommended song: “Hurray! Hurray! Me!” |
| 15east | MessageiLiFE! |  play_arrow | High-energy, fast-paced rock from iLiFE! |
| 16east | HirarirariaiLiFE! |  play_arrow | A lively, exhilarating popular song |
| 17east | The puzzle of youth remains incomplete.iLiFE! |  play_arrow | An exhilarating song that affirms the incompleteness of youth. |
| 18east | Kimi-sen!iLiFE! |  play_arrow | Cheer your heart with an idol song |
| 19east | Again and againHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | An uplifting anthem that resonates with high school students |
| 20east | Lucky sevenAKB48 |  play_arrow | An AKB48 cheer song that gives you energy |
| 21east | sweet timeriLiFE! |  play_arrow | The moving songs of iLiFE! popular among Generation Z |
| 22east | Korokoro GirliLiFE! |  play_arrow | Motivation switch songs, mood-boosting music |
| 23east | Cyclone life!iLiFE! |  play_arrow | iLiFE!'s new song brimming with the intense energy of a live performance |
| 24east | Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT |  play_arrow | A spring cheer song that gives a boost of courage for starting a new life |
| 25east | I like you.AKB48 |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that colors summer through SNS hashtag songs |
| 26east | Vegetable SistersAKB48 |  play_arrow | A cheer-up song to brighten the breakfast table |
| 27east | #LoveCodeiLiFE! |  play_arrow | A bittersweet, high-energy love song of the digital world |
| 28east | Idol Life Extra PackiLiFE! |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays an idol concert scene |
| 29east | Idol Life Starter PackiLiFE! |  play_arrow | Participatory entertainment song by iLiFE! |
| 30east | Kiss Hug Invaders!iLiFE! |  play_arrow | A hot rock-electro track by iLiFE! |
| 31east | Meet KiTE! (2025 ver.)iLiFE! |  play_arrow | A passionate, live-feel-packed signature song by iLiFE! |
| 32east | First Love RevivaliLiFE! |  play_arrow | Music that depicts an unexpected spark of excitement |
| 33east | Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | CANDY TUNE’s cheer song |
| 34east | Critical♡PrettyiLiFE! |  play_arrow | iLiFE!'s cute idol tune |
| 35east | SHINING SONGB Komachi |  play_arrow | Expressing hope and conflict in the theme song of Oshi no Ko |
| 36east | Please never quit being an idol.＝LOVE |  play_arrow | A cheer song that sings of love and dreams for idols |
| 37east | Wild at Heartarashi |  play_arrow | You only live once—pursue your own path with all your might. |
| 38east | It’s the cutest ever!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | From heartbreak to self-acceptance: a song of a forward-looking heart |
| 39east | Gymnasium Disco≒JOY |  play_arrow | An energetic cheer song that captures the brilliance of youth |
| 40east | Girls’ RuleNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | An inspiring song with Mai Shiraishi as the center |
| 41east | Willive |  play_arrow | Pokemon opening theme, a moving song sung by IVE |
| 42east | Run!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | The group, popular as weekend idols, Momoiro... |
| 43east | SpiderTOKIO |  play_arrow | An anthem to overcome everyday anxieties |
| 44east | summer squallarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s moving song cheering on the Summer Koshien |
| 45east | I like a picnicBerryz Kobo |  play_arrow | A bright dance-pop cover of a Thai song |
| 46east | HeroesMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | I can be encouraged by the official Tokyo Olympic cheer song. |
| 47east | Ultra-strong ultimate exerciseHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | A lively, highly addictive idol song |
| 48east | Self-esteem skyrocketing, lovey-dovey songHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | Idol Academy’s fight song, regaining confidence |
| 49east | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | An inspiring message song by Arashi, written and composed by Kenshi Yonezu |
| 50east | Sora-buneTOKIO |  play_arrow | A signature song by TOKIO that gives you the courage to face adversity |
| 51east | Brother BeatSnow Man |  play_arrow | Snow Man film theme song portrays the everyday lives of brothers |
| 52east | D.D.Snow Man |  play_arrow | A cheer song by Snow Man that expresses their determination toward their dreams |
| 53east | from hereSixTONES |  play_arrow | A song that sings of the courage to face forward and never give up |
| 54east | For myselfTOKIO |  play_arrow | A powerful cheer song that makes you start running, a message of moving forward that resonates in the heart |
| 55east | Play Monsterpyuariimonstaa |  play_arrow | A song about growth and self-discovery that lifts your spirits. |
| 56east | ClickME:I |  play_arrow | A future-themed pop song born on social media |
| 57east | SOMETHING AIN’T RIGHTXG |  play_arrow | An ambitious work in UK-style R&B that expresses conflict and individuality. |
| 58east | Hi-FiveME:I |  play_arrow | ME:I's refreshing summer track is going viral on TikTok |
| 59east | Good Luck!SixTONES |  play_arrow | SixTONES' dream-support song |
| 60east | The Sun and the Desert RoseTOKIO |  play_arrow | A passionate track that sings of dreams and vitality with powerful rock |
| 61east | The Sun’s Smileshōnen ninja |  play_arrow | Let's keep moving forward toward the light of hope, without being defeated by difficulties. |
| 62east | ENDLESS SUMMERKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that sings about summer memories |
| 63east | GOD_iNumber_i |  play_arrow | A song that encourages the courage to live true to yourself |
| 64east | Rock never dies22/7 |  play_arrow | A lively rock song by 22/7, an anime theme song |
| 65east | YOAKENiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s new song centers on the themes of growth and independence |
| 66east | believe feat. Ema Sakurai (Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku)Gekkan Guuzou |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that portrays the struggles of youth |
| 67east | TomorrowME:I |  play_arrow | A song that gives you courage with hopeful lyrics and a bright melody |
| 68east | Love for you!i☆Ris |  play_arrow | Introduction to i☆Ris's refreshing and energetic popular songs |
| 69east | BPM285EXdenpagumi.inc |  play_arrow | Dempa-gumi’s Fan-Favorite Travel Song |
| 70east | Step and a stepNiziU |  play_arrow | An encouraging song from NiziU’s debut that teaches the importance of moving at your own pace |
| 71east | ParadiseNiziU |  play_arrow | A spring song by NiziU that sings about being themselves |
| 72east | After all, I’m an idolKoizumi Kyoko |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the ideal and reality of idols |
| 73east | one after another; in rapid successionAnjurumu |  play_arrow | A Song of Courage to Face Change |
| 74east | GONGSixTONES |  play_arrow | Express the will to win with a passionate cheering song |
| 75east | The world’s number one idolChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | Cheering song of Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |
| 76east | mirrorFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A song about self-esteem that reassesses oneself in the mirror |
| 77east | Rock this Partytimelesz |  play_arrow | A pop dance tune by timelesz |
| 78east | Sounds goodM!LK |  play_arrow | A youth anthem that cherishes being yourself |
| 79east | I can hear tomorrowJ-Friends |  | A hopeful charity song to overcome hardship |
| 80east | Can’t Stop!!-LOVING-SMAP |  play_arrow | An early-days youth anthem of SMAP |
| 81east | LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO |  play_arrow | A love song with which TOKIO made their debut and performed at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen |
| 82east | Gifted.BE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A powerful debut single that sings of infinite possibilities |
| 83east | InfinityJO1 |  play_arrow | JO1’s debut single records sales of over 320,000 copies |
| 84east | Imitation RainSixTONES |  play_arrow | Introduction to SixTONES' debut work |
| 85east | FiNAL DANCEFāsuto Samā Uika |  play_arrow | An artist from Osaka, active with a distinctive musical expression |
| 86east | Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song |
| 87east | Love MySelfIS:SUE |  play_arrow | A motivational song about believing in yourself |
| 88east | EGOISTimase |  play_arrow | imase's new song is being adapted into an anime |
| 89east | W.W.D ENDINGdenpagumi.inc |  play_arrow | Dempagumi.inc’s final emotional song |
| 90east | I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | A positive message song by Naniwa Danshi |
| 91east | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | An uplifting, bright-guitar anthem cheering you on toward the future |
| 92east | Sakuraarashi |  play_arrow | A song by Arashi that cheers on the arrival of spring and a new step forward |
| 93east | Sakura, Bloom!arashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s single takes the top spot, a cheering song |
| 94east | 10-year cherry blossomsAKB48 |  play_arrow | An AKB48 song depicting cherry blossoms, graduation, and reunion |
| 95east | Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | An idol group with a 'cute' theme |
| 96east | Electric GirlShinsekai Girudōru |  play_arrow | Shinsekai Guildor’s major debut song is full of energy |
| 97east | ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | A pop song about the love between an idol and their fans |
| 98east | I’M YOUR IDOLtakane no nadeshiko |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bond between an idol and their fans |
| 99east | Denden Passiondenpagumi.inc |  play_arrow | A boldly over-the-top, quintessentially Dempagumi.inc high-ten… |
| 100east | Irresponsible HeroKanjani∞ |  play_arrow | Nippon TV’s “Egawa × Horio’s SUPER Uru… |