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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A playlist of songs to cheer you on in changing jobs: inspiring classics and popular tracks (41–50)
THANXWANIMA
With its fiery sound and powerful message, this is a pep song that stands close to the listener’s heart.
It’s a heartwarming piece filled with gratitude and a desire to cheer on that first step toward a hope-filled future.
The track gently embraces the feelings you have at life’s crossroads—partings with loved ones and new departures.
Released in November 2015 on WANIMA’s album “Are You Coming?”, it became the band’s first nationwide distribution release.
The music video, shot in an outdoor live-performance style, also gained popularity and is beloved by many fans.
It’s a song especially for those who don’t feel okay as they face a new life or changes in their environment.
WANIMA’s energetic sound will surely give you the push you need.
Job change support songs: inspiring classics and popular tracks (51–60)
It’s okayMarushii
In March 2023, Marcy released an encouraging song whose warm message about facing forward and moving ahead resonates deeply.
Written specifically for Pocari Sweat’s web movie “Our Now,” the track features Marcy’s characteristically delicate word choice and a driving band sound.
Included on the album “Candle,” it gently supports those carrying setbacks and anxieties as they strive to overcome them.
It’s a song that stands by anyone feeling uneasy before a new beginning or trying their best in a new environment.
revolutionMOROHA
MOROHA is a two-man rap group that captivates fans with lyrics carrying a powerful message aimed not only at listeners but at themselves as well.
Their song “Kakumei” (Revolution), included on their second album MOROHA II, was chosen as the ending theme for the TV drama Miyamoto Kara Kimi e (From Miyamoto to You).
Its message—that it’s precisely because we face hardships that we can feel truly alive—may inspire you to keep a positive mindset, especially when work feels tough.
It’s a soul-stirring track to listen to when you’ve lost sight of what you were seeking.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
A masterful song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that delicately portrays the radiance and anxieties of youth, as well as the conflicts we carry while growing up.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” which began airing on TV Tokyo in April 2024, this piece gently embraces the memories accumulated as time passes and the feelings of confronting the unease hidden in everyday life.
Its refreshingly youthful guitar sound and clear, transparent vocals resonate with listeners’ hearts and give them courage.
It won the 66th Japan Record Award, marking the band’s first-ever back-to-back victory.
When you feel lost or anxious, or when you wish someone would give you a push forward, give it a listen.
You’ll surely find a budding feeling of cherishing yourself.
STAMINABlack Biscuits
I believe you need stamina to keep up a job search.
This is the debut single released in December 1997 by Black Biscuits, a unit born from the popular variety show “Ucchan Nanchan no Urinari!!.”
Someday, for sure.Naoto Intiraymi
It was released in 2015 as Naoto Inti Raymi’s 15th single.
The song was used in the Shiseido SEA BREEZE commercial featuring Suzu Hirose and Taishi Nakagawa, and it reached No.
7 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a song that encourages people who lack courage or fear failure to strive toward success.
TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS
It was released in 1988 as THE BLUE HEARTS’ fifth single after their debut.
It came out simultaneously with their third album, “TRAIN-TRAIN,” and was used as the theme song for the TBS school drama “High School Graffiti.” It’s a perfect song for anyone who’s giving their all at something—a positive tune that makes you feel like the answer will come into view if you just keep on running.