Songs to listen to when you're feeling down. Recommended feel-good, uplifting tracks.
When you’re feeling down, is there something you “always do”? For some people it might be exercise or going for a drive, but I’m sure many turn to listening to music.
As you listen to songs created by many artists, each infused with their own messages, you start to feel encouraged bit by bit, don’t you? This time, I’ll introduce plenty of songs that will stay close to your weary heart and lift your spirits.
I hope you catch the message in each song and that your heart feels a little lighter.
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Songs to listen to when you’re feeling down: Recommended uplifting tracks (31–40)
The First Steprakkuraifu
This is the second single released in 2016, featured as the theme song for the TV anime “Cheer Boys!!”.
Its straightforward lyrics, brimming with the powerful energy of moving toward a new place, make it an uplifting track.
Be sure to check out the refreshing music video that captures the spirit of youth!
Sora-buneTOKIO
This is a soul-stirring rock number written and composed by singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima.
The lyrics, themed around the voyage called life, strikingly urge you not to be swept along by others but to carve out your future by your own will.
Released in August 2006, the song became widely known as the theme for the drama “My Boss My Hero” starring Tomoya Nagase.
Its indomitable message is sure to give a powerful push to anyone facing a wall.
When your heart is close to breaking, listening to it will give you the courage to stand up again—a true anthem of encouragement for life.
One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
You may be working hard toward your dreams and goals, yet sometimes feel discouraged because the finish line still seems far away.
“Ato Hitotsu” by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS is a motivational song we want you—who carry such worries—to hear.
Its lyrics convey the message that dreams are fulfilled precisely because we put in the effort, and after listening, you’ll feel inspired to try once more.
Good Luck!SixTONES
This is a cheer song written for the drama “Saisho wa Paa,” starring Jesse from SixTONES.
Released in November 2022, it might be the poppiest and freshest-sounding track in SixTONES’ history.
It carries a straightforward message to everyone chasing their dreams: keep moving forward just as you are.
With the songwriter having deeply studied the group while creating the piece, it radiates a power that lifts your spirits just by listening.
It’s a song that will surely give you strength when you want to take on a challenge or when you’re feeling a little low.
I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari
A resolute will that simply keeps facing forward comes through and makes my heart swell.
Released in July 2011 as Ikimono-gakari’s 20th single, it was used as the commercial song for Nissan’s “New Nissan Serena.” It’s an up-tempo number that conveys a heartfelt wish to keep smiling even in difficult times, straight and true.
Even though it runs over six minutes, the grand arrangement by Seiji Kameda and the powerful vocals by Kiyoe Yoshioka blend so beautifully that it feels like it’s over in a flash.
The song won an Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards and is also included on the album NEWTRAL.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling down or need energy for tomorrow.
Songs to listen to when you're feeling down: recommended uplifting tracks (41–50)
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
It’s the theme song from the film ‘Your Name.’ The way RADWIMPS vocalist Yojiro Noda sings and the rhythm of the song are very distinctive, and before you know it, you find yourself listening to it on repeat.
If you listen to it after watching the movie, you’ll likely come away with impressions that are a bit different from those you had before seeing it.
Kokoroeroodo obu mejyaa
It’s a hit song by the popular rock band Road of Major.
It also gained popularity for being used as the opening theme of the anime ‘Major.’ While it’s an upbeat track, its positive lyrics and melody make it a song that gives you strength when you listen to it while feeling down.