Job-change anthems: inspiring and popular songs that give you courage
I’m sure many of you aren’t satisfied with the status quo and are working hard every day to aim even higher, pursuing the goals and dreams you love.
Some of you may be struggling with your current job or relationships and are considering a career change, or perhaps you keep noticing ads for job sites because you’re feeling stressed about your situation.
This time, we’re introducing a selection of songs to cheer on those of you thinking about changing jobs.
Whether you feel close to breaking or are looking for a dose of positivity, we hope you’ll find a favorite track that can support you.
And we wish you every success in your job change!
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Job-change cheering songs: inspiring classics and popular tracks (91–100)
Get fired upDaikoku Maki
This is a song by Maki Ohguro, a songstress Japan is proud of.
Her powerful vocals feel as if she’s singing straight to your heart, and just listening to them stokes a fire within you.
True to its title, this track reminds you of the strength to live as if you’re burning with life.
Saying she’s a good singer doesn’t even begin to cover it.
Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako
A memorable J-pop song with a breezy pop feel and wistful melody, it gently encourages those stepping into a new life with the arrival of spring.
It conveys feelings for “you,” who are devoted to baseball, by entrusting them to the arc of a white ball, tenderly enveloping precious memories and farewells.
Takako Matsu’s clear, translucent voice soothes the anxieties deep within the heart.
Released as her debut single in March 1997, it reached No.
8 on the Oricon chart and was also featured in an NTT commercial.
A decade later, a version with new lyrics was released, adding greater depth to the work.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone standing at a crossroads in life or about to take a new step forward.
Startin’Hamasaki Ayumi
Released in 2006 as Ayumi Hamasaki’s 39th single.
The song was used as the opening theme for Capcom’s PS2 game “Shin Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams,” and it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
With powerful, heartfelt lyrics, it leaves a strong impression and conveys the importance of keeping your head up and facing forward without looking down.
HeroAmuro Namie
It was released in 2016 as Namie Amuro’s 45th single.
It was selected as the theme song for NHK’s broadcasts of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Paralympics.
In the music video, Amuro is depicted walking straight and unwavering toward the finish line on the road to glory, and the lyrics inspire you to steadily work hard so that you can become a hero someday.
Tracks of HopeSazan Ōrusutāzu
This is “Kibō no Wadachi” (Tracks of Hope), a famous song by the national band Southern All Stars.
As the title suggests, it evokes the image of a new departure, a fresh start.
Beginning with a calm first verse, then, as it reaches the chorus, a feeling of wanting to begin something wells up inside you.
YELLikimonogakari
This is a single released by Ikimono-gakari in September 2009, and as the title suggests, it’s a song that cheers on people who have chosen a new path.
It was also aired on Minna no Uta, so many of you have probably heard it.
Its highest position on the Oricon charts was number two.
PinkieBUMP OF CHICKEN
A renowned song by BUMP OF CHICKEN, themed around cherry blossoms and depicting the passage of time and promises with loved ones, resonates deeply.
It’s a memorable track characterized by the warm musicality born from the members’ childhood-friend relationship and Motoo Fujiwara’s gentle yet powerful vocals.
The lyrics carefully weave feelings that change over time and the desire not to forget precious memories.
Released in April 2010 as the B-side to the single “HAPPY,” it was also used as a TV program theme song.
It will surely offer comfort to those whose hearts race with both anxiety and anticipation before a new chapter in life, as well as to those who have experienced parting from someone important.