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 anthems: inspirational and popular songs that give you courage (81–90)
ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG
With a powerful, resonant melody and a passionate message, this song has captured the hearts of many as an anthem that encourages listeners to push forward toward their dreams and goals.
The lyrics, which forcefully express the protagonist’s strong resolve and deep love, convey universal feelings that anyone can relate to.
Released in August 1985 and featured in a Nissin Cup Noodles TV commercial, it became one of HOUND DOG’s signature songs.
Since March 2018, it has also been used as the departure melody at JR Sendai Station.
This piece is a song that gently gives you a push when you need the courage to believe in yourself and the strength to move forward.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
This is a heartwarming collaborative work by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, packed with courage and hope for stepping into the future.
It carries a message of strong determination to move forward and the importance of staying true to oneself, gently encouraging those heading into new environments.
It has been broadcast as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon since October 2023, and a CD single was released in December 2023.
The transparent vocals and warm tones blend beautifully, resulting in a song that closely accompanies the listener’s heart.
It’s highly recommended for those feeling anxious about a new life or changes in their environment, and for anyone striving toward their dreams.
Spring Dayaimyon
Created as the theme song for an animated film about a honeymoon, this piece delicately portrays a loving married couple.
The story of two people starting a new life together—recognizing each other’s strengths and weaknesses and deepening their love as a family—delivers a wonderful message that encourages a fresh step forward in life.
With this song released in April 2019, Aimyon gently captures the world of the anime film Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane – The Lost Hiroshi.
Memories beginning on a train platform and the feeling of cherishing small everyday joys resonate warmly alongside the gentle melody.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone embarking on a new chapter of life.
Even while holding anxieties about the future, it gives you the courage to move forward one step at a time—why not listen to it together with someone special as an uplifting anthem?
Before anything else, from atop the roadIsseifubi Sepia
This track, distinguished by lively festival-like drums and flutes, weaves in themes that deeply reflect on the meaning of life and personal values through scenes of nature.
While questioning the purpose of living and our reason for being, it delivers a powerful message of courage and hope in the face of hardship.
Released in June 1984 as the debut single of Ikkyo Fubi Sepia, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon charts.
It was also used in commercials for SUZUKI’s scooter “Love THREE” and Kirin Beer’s “Kirin Shochu Tanrei Straight,” gaining popularity across a wide audience.
It’s a song that gives you the strength to face forward and keep walking when you’re at a crossroads in life, feeling lost or anxious.
Beautiful DaysMayo Okamoto
This is a song included on singer-songwriter Mayo Okamoto’s album “Close To You,” released in November 2010, which was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Hanayome Noren.” The album reached No.
100 on the Oricon chart.