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 cheer songs: inspiring masterpieces and popular tracks (31–40)
GUTS!arashi
It was released in 2014 as Arashi’s 43rd single.
The song was used as the theme for the drama “Even If You’re Weak You Can Win: Aoishi-sensei and the Clumsy High School Baseball Players’ Ambition,” starring group member Kazunari Ninomiya, and it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The choreography ties into the drama’s content, incorporating baseball-inspired moves.
It’s a song that makes you feel as if you’re being cheered on by a pep squad.
Best FriendKiroro
It’s a song that makes you feel you can overcome hardships as long as you have friends who can encourage you.
It was released as a single by Kiroro in June 2001 and is well known as the theme song for the morning drama Churasan.
It was also performed at the 52nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
I’ll give you this.NO PLAN
It is one of the signature songs by NO PLAN, a unit formed from the late-night TV Asahi variety show “Uchimura Produce.” It could be considered an ideal cheer-up song for a man with a wife and child who is working hard on a job hunt.
JUMPImawano Kiyoshirō
It’s a classic by Kiyoshiro Imawano, Japan’s eternally beloved rock star.
The lyrics pierce straight into your heart, and the guitar sound makes you want to dance.
No matter how down you are, the jump in the chorus lifts your body and your spirit.
This is a song that probably needs no explanation.
Fight!!Moritaka Chisato
It was released in 1991 as Chisato Moritaka’s 14th single.
The song was used as the image song for the 1991 Volleyball World Cup and reached No.
10 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Many people relate to the lyrics that cheer on those who are doing their best even as substitutes, and it’s a song that makes you feel like you can keep going even when times are tough.
A playlist of songs to cheer you on in changing jobs: inspiring classics and popular tracks (41–50)
The Reason We Set Out on a JourneyOzawa Kenji
With its profound lyrics and high musicality, this masterpiece by Kenji Ozawa still grips fans’ hearts to this day.
It’s a song dedicated to a lover setting off on a distant journey, but as the title suggests, everyone has times when they embark on their own journeys and new beginnings.
It’s a song that gives you a gentle push at such moments.
Wouldn’t it be the perfect track for anyone considering a career change?
Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi
A song by the eternal pop star Yumi Matsutoya.
It’s an upbeat track that exudes an oldies vibe and is a true classic.
It was also used in the film Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Paired with that story, it’s a perfect song for new beginnings.