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 (41–50)
NIPPONShiina Ringo
NIPPON, a cheer song by Shiina Ringo.
While some may associate Shiina Ringo with mature, melancholic tunes, this track has a refreshing and bright tone.
Not only is the melody easy to listen to, but the song’s structure also builds to an exciting climax toward the end.
Let this song lift your spirits.
Songs to listen to when you're feeling down: recommended mood-boosting tracks (51–60)
SHAMROCKUVERworld
This is UVERworld’s fifth single, released in 2006, and it was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Dandori: Dance☆Drill.” Its up-tempo, pop melody is an energizing tune.
CathartistRADWIMPS
RADWIMPS’ “Catharsist” has lyrics that speak up for the things that frustrate us in everyday life.
It’s a song with a unique worldview where Yojiro Noda’s universe truly explodes.
It’s interesting that it’s club-sounding rather than their usual band sound.
The melody is addictive, so once you hear it, you’ll be hooked!
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s biggest hit single, “Rewrite.” Many people probably got to know AKG through this song.
It’s a fast-paced track that blows away pent-up frustration, and the chorus surges all at once.
Shake off your gloom with this song.
Dream FighterPerfume
This is a track by Perfume that always delivers energy through their pop, powerful dance and vocals! The cover photo shot by Amita Mari was themed around a “strong woman.” The lyrics encourage you by saying that even if you’re going through tough times, you truly have the strength to face forward.
Perfume usually sings with a relatively gentle tone, but in this song they sing with a strong, powerful voice—as if to present the image of a strong-woman Perfume.
It’s a song that gives you power in every way: the power of the lyrics, the vocals, and the dance!
OrangeSPYAIR
This song beautifully captures the bittersweetness and freshness of youth.
Released in February 2024 as the theme for the film Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, it emotionally sings of the passion and dreams of young people devoted to volleyball, as well as the bonds they share with their teammates.
Accompanied by an energetic band sound, it paints memories that are sweet and sour and the courage to move forward, carrying a compelling power that resonates deeply with listeners.
The track is the title song of the EP Orange and marks SPYAIR’s fourth collaboration with the Haikyu!! series.
It is highly popular as a theme for youth dramas and as a performance piece for school festivals, and it has also drawn attention as a support song for volleyball teams.
Youth Woooahhh!!Janīzu WEST
It’s an incredibly, incredibly upbeat song that makes you feel energized without even trying.
Johnny’s WEST really does lift everyone’s spirits—I truly believe that.
The Paripipo tour that kicked off with this song was super exciting, wasn’t it?!