Recommended for junior high school students! A roundup of J-pop and Japanese songs to boost your study motivation
Many middle school students lead busy lives, working hard at their studies and club activities while also spending time with friends.
Even when you sit down at your desk intending to study, it can be hard to flip the switch and get started.
In this article, we’ve picked out songs that are perfect for boosting study motivation for middle schoolers.
We’ll introduce tracks filled with messages that encourage and uplift you when you’re tired or just can’t find the motivation.
Be sure to check out this lineup—perfect for right before studying or during a break.
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Recommended for junior high school students! A collection of J-POP and Japanese songs to boost your study motivation (21–30)
EmotionsMAN WITH A MISSION
A song by MAN WITH A MISSION that I highly recommend when you want to boost your study motivation all at once.
Released as a single in February 2013, it also drew attention as the theme song for the film “HK: Hentai Kamen.” The shift from the majestic strings in the intro to a full-throttle rock sound is powerful enough to blast away any drowsiness.
Its fiery message—urging you to charge forward with your emotions burning even in the darkness—will give a strong push to your back as you sit at your desk.
Especially when you feel like your heart is about to break before an exam, feel the wolves’ emotion and seize the glory of passing!
white noiseOfisharu Higedan Dism
A rock number by Official HIGE DANDism you’ll want to play when you need the strength to push forward and break through the walls in your way.
Its high-speed, hard-hitting band sound and lyrics about cutting through anxiety and doubt to move ahead ignite a fighting spirit for tackling your studies.
Released digitally in January 2023, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Arc and Tenjiku Arc, and is also included on the 2024 album Rejoice.
Its thrilling song structure fires up the brain, steels a faltering heart, and helps you regain the focus to sit back down at your desk.
Recommended for Junior High Students! A Compilation of J-POP and Japanese Songs to Boost Study Motivation (31–40)
Go for it! — Toward your dreamserica
When you’re feeling completely unmotivated and on the verge of losing to yourself, I want you to listen to this track by erica, known as the queen of “Koku-uta” (confession songs).
Originally included on her 2019 album Koku-uta 3: A Song Gifted to You 2, it was re-released as a single in June 2023.
With lyrics that feel like your past self spurring on your present self, it’s sure to resonate deeply with high school students facing hurdles in their studies or club activities.
If you listen on a restless night before an exam or on the morning of a big day, you’ll likely find yourself sitting down with a stronger mindset.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
This is a boldly rock-arranged take on the familiar children’s song “Picnic,” a number that gives listeners a powerful push forward.
Created by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto Prefecture, the track sets a universally known melody to a positive message: “Don’t be afraid to fail—just try.” It’s sure to blow away that heavy feeling before you sit down at your desk.
Released for digital distribution in January 2017, it also became a major topic as the theme song for au’s “Santaro” commercial series.
Its bright, fast-paced sound is perfect for a refresh when you’re stuck with club activities or studying.
Why not take the courage to make that first small step from this song?
WanteD! WanteD!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Let’s blow away that “can’t-be-bothered” feeling with an upbeat rock tune! It’s a song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, released in 2017 as their fifth single.
It’s from their Phase 1 era and served as the theme song for the drama “We Did It.” Since it’s an up-tempo track, I think it’ll sweep away the gloom of studying.
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
The gentle sound soothes the heart.
It’s a song by the four-member mixed-gender band SEKAI NO OWARI.
Released in 2018 as their 12th single, it’s a soft, encouraging tune you’ll want to listen to when you’re tired of studying.
CQCQKamisama, boku wa kizuite shimatta
This song is notable for its cool guitar riff with delay effects.
It’s a track by the four-piece rock band “Kamisama, Boku wa Kizuite Shimatta.” Released in 2017 as their major-label debut single, it served as the theme song for the drama “Anata no Koto wa Sorehodo” (My Husband Won’t Fit/We Love Each Other Too Much).