An uplifting song sung by a female artist. A track you’ll want to listen to when you need a boost.
When you want to do your best, when you feel like you might break, or when something unpleasant happens… there are times you just want to listen to a cheer-up song, right?
I think a lot of people draw strength from music.
So this time, I’m going to introduce some motivational songs, focusing on tracks sung by female artists.
I’ve gathered songs that carry encouraging messages from a female perspective and gentle tunes that sink softly into the heart.
Please take your time listening while reading the lyrics.
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Cheer songs sung by female artists. Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (51–60)
You don’t have to put on a brave face until dawn.Nogizaka 46
It’s a warm song that embraces your fragility, telling you there’s no need to put on a brave face.
Released in September 2019 as Nogizaka46’s 24th single, it sold over one million copies in its first week on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
You may find yourself acting tough, but inside you’re overwhelmed with anxiety.
This work gently stays by the side of those spending such lonely nights, kindly telling them it’s okay to be honest with themselves until dawn breaks.
When you’re worn out from trying too hard, listening to it might give you a small dose of courage to accept yourself as you are and take another step forward.
Beautiful Dayschay
Chay, who has been broadening her activities with appearances on variety shows, released a blissful track titled “Beautiful Days.” In this song, she likens times when things don’t go well to a bud, and expresses the message that success will come someday by comparing it to a flower blooming.
It works well as a motivational song.
Another appealing point is how it encourages respect for individuality, inspired by the fact that flowers come in different colors.
Its profound lyrics are sure to soothe the heart.
People dream twice.Nogizaka 46
Nogizaka46 is a girls’ group expected to achieve even greater success, especially after the last remaining 1st- and 2nd-generation members announced their graduations in 2023.
Their 32nd single, “Hito wa Yume wo Nidomiru,” drew attention as the first single composed of 3rd-, 4th-, and 5th-generation members.
Its uplifting, encouraging message gives listeners the courage to rise again toward dreams they once gave up on.
The pleasant, crystalline transparency created by their layered vocals fuels anticipation for the reborn Nogizaka46, making it a refreshing pop tune.
Scarred ChampionMISIA & Rockon Social Club
This rock-style track is the fruit of a collaboration between MISIA and Rockon Social Club, serving as an anthem filled with courage and hope.
It sings of the strength to face hardship, the resolve to rise again, and the passion to keep moving forward, seamlessly blending MISIA’s powerful vocals with the band’s rich, heavy sound.
Released in September 2023, it was selected as the theme song for NHK’s Rugby World Cup 2023 coverage and was performed as the finale at the 74th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen on December 31.
It’s a highly recommended song whenever you need a boost—whether watching a sporting event, training, or standing at a crossroads in life.
A support song sung by a female artist. Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (61–70)
LookbookBoA
An energetic dance track themed around fashion lookbooks, filled with uplifting words to inspire confidence.
It features BoA’s powerful vocals and a catchy melody.
Released in December 2015, the song reached No.
16 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The music video generated buzz, including a one-hour takeover on a large screen in Shibuya.
Perfect for anyone who wants to shine as their true self or express who they are right now.
Listen to this track, and you’re sure to discover a new you.
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi
When it comes to baseball anime, many people probably think of Touch.
In particular, the song sung by Yoshimi Iwasaki in the first season is so famous that you’ve almost certainly heard it somewhere.
Just hearing the intro gets you pumped—it’s a quintessential theme for a coming-of-age anime.
Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari
This track stands out for its gentle, heartwarming melody and lyrics written in down-to-earth language.
It sings about the importance of living true to yourself in everyday life, offering a warm cheer to modern people overwhelmed by work.
Nanawo Akari’s distinctive vocals convey the message even more compellingly.
Set for release in February 2025, the song has been selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “I’m the Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Want Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss,” and it features a pop, catchy sound.
It’s highly recommended for anyone who wants to rethink how they spend their time and make more room for self-care amid the rush of work.
With its soothing melody, it’s a wonderful song that brings comfort and energy for tomorrow.