Uplifting songs you want children to hear. Energizing songs that support the heart.
Here are some recommended songs for when you want to boost your spirits!
We’ve picked mainly popular J-pop and anime songs that kids love.
Give them a listen when you’re feeling down, want to push yourself, or need to get pumped up.
From upbeat tracks to gentle songs that soothe the heart, we’ve gathered a range—so you’re sure to find at least one song that can support you.
Let’s recharge with the power of music!
It’s also great to listen together with friends or family who love music!
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Uplifting songs you want children to hear. Energizing songs that support the heart (51–60)
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.
Happinessarashi
An energetic song that makes you want to break into a run as you bask in the morning light.
Set to refreshing guitar sounds, it paints an image of sprinting toward the future.
Born as a TV drama’s theme song, it’s a beloved anthem packed with positive messages.
Perfect for those taking on new challenges or seeking the courage to move forward.
It’s a track that lifts your spirits and helps you take that first step with a smile.
SUNHoshino Gen
It’s a masterpiece with a bright, forward-looking melody and a refreshing rhythm that resonates pleasantly.
Released in May 2015 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne,” Gen Hoshino’s work is a warm track that incorporates elements of ’70s dance classics and disco.
The song also contains an homage to Michael Jackson, weaving a positive message into its joy-filled tone.
The music video, directed by Akira Sekine, features striking dance scenes choreographed by MIKIKO.
It’s the perfect encouragement song for anyone taking their first step in a new environment or hoping to start a new chapter with a bright outlook.
Maru Maru Mori MoriKaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku.
This catchy song, sprinkled with bright, upbeat wordplay and rhythmic onomatopoeia, is a heartwarming track that gently embraces children’s growth and everyday joys.
Its simple, easy-to-remember melody and lyrics depicting familiar happiness resonate honestly with listeners.
Released in May 2011 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Marumo no Okite,” it marked the debut of Kaoru to Tomoki, Tamani Mook.
It reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and also earned a spot in that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
With choreography everyone can enjoy and adorable vocals, it’s the perfect song not only as a cheer tune for sports days and athletic meets, but also for school events and any occasion where people want to get energized together.
Uplifting songs you want children to listen to. Empowering songs that support the heart (61–70)
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu
A heartwarming song by Yu Takahashi that, with a gentle singing voice, portrays the worries and joys everyone experiences.
Its positive message—like laughing off awkward moments and remembering that a rainbow comes after the rain—gently encourages listeners.
Released in June 2015, it was featured in a Daihatsu commercial.
It’s also used as the departure melody at JR Akita Station, Takahashi’s hometown station.
This song is recommended for when you want to lift your spirits, overcome difficulties, or take a step toward tomorrow.
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
Released in 2013 as AKB48’s 32nd major single.
The song features Rino Sashihara in the center position, and its easy-to-follow dance that anyone can do, along with a disco sound that evokes a sense of nostalgia, made it hugely popular and a million-selling hit.
It’s a song that lifts your spirits with singing and dancing.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
A perfect pick for elementary schoolers looking for music that makes their hearts dance with the arrival of spring is the collaboration song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru! Released in October 2023 and chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon, this track brims with lively energy that seems to symbolize fresh new beginnings in spring.
Through the two artists, the affection and growth they’ve felt through Pokémon are warmly expressed, and their personal episodes spark children’s imaginations.
Its bright, positive message and melody will encourage kids to take their first steps forward under the spring sunshine.