An encouraging work song for office workers
If you’re a hardworking office worker, there are probably days when you feel like, “I just can’t do it today…” During busy seasons you might be stuck working overtime, maybe you’ve made a big mistake, or you could be struggling with relationships at work.
In this article, we’re introducing a selection of motivational songs for office workers to listen to in times like these.
We’ve picked not only songs themed around working life, but also classic anthems that can support you when your spirits are low.
Find a song that matches your feelings and situation, and hang in there just a little longer.
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Support Songs for Office Workers (31–40)
YELL ~Yell~Kobukuro
This is a track I want people to hear if they feel they haven’t been able to shine or don’t stand out.
No matter how tough things get, if you can make it through the winter, you’ll be able to bloom—this song gives you that positive push.
It’s also great for those moments when you want to give yourself a little praise.
Motto.Abe Mao
This song questions the way of living where you suppress your own feelings.
When you feel like you’re being swept along by others and losing yourself, listening to it will remind you of your motivation and what you truly want to do.
It’s a track whose lyrics I really hope you’ll listen to closely.
POISON ~A world where you can’t even say what you want to say~Sorimachi Takashi
The theme song of the 1998 TV drama series GTO, based on the manga.
It’s a powerful track that gives strength to people who are fed up with the atmosphere where you’re not supposed to say what you want to say and with stifling conventions.
It makes you feel like living as yourself, as the version of yourself you love.
sunflowerYūsuke
This is a song by Yusuke Kamiji in his singer persona, “Yusuke.” Its straightforward lyrics—so characteristic of Yusuke—convey the importance of love and resonate deeply.
Listening to this track, you can almost see blue skies and white clouds, even if you’re sitting in an office; it’s that kind of wonderful song.
crazy crazyHoshino Gen
It’s an upbeat, refreshing song that’s perfect for the morning commute.
It makes you feel like resetting all the hardships up to yesterday and starting fresh today.
Just like the title suggests, it’s the kind of song that could make you go a little crazy (lol).
Work Cheer Songs for Office Workers (41–50)
NIPPONShiina Ringo
It’s an up-tempo cheer song that starts with the lyrics “Hooray, hooray.” The track has a great sense of speed, so it feels really good to listen to.
Just like the title suggests, there are lots of lyrics related to Japan, so I think it’s a song you won’t get bored of hearing.
contrailGILLE
This is the English cover version of Yumi Matsutoya’s “Hikoukigumo,” which was also the theme song for the film The Wind Rises.
The atmosphere is quite different from the original—it’s a fresh, relaxing track.
I listen to it when I’m tired from work, and it soothes me.