[A Life-Affirming Anthem] An Encouraging Song to Cheer You On
Life is a story you create yourself, with you as the main character.
There’s no single right answer.
That’s why, no matter how hard you’re trying in your own way, there will be days when you ask yourself, “Is it really okay to keep going like this?”
Some of you might also feel a vague anxiety about the future.
In this article, we’ll introduce “songs that cheer you on in life” to send encouragement to anyone struggling.
When you feel like “I can’t keep going” or “I want someone to give me a push,” please give them a listen.
You’ll surely regain a positive mindset.
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[Cheer Songs for Life] Encouraging Anthems to Send Support to You Who Are Doing Your Best (121–130)
beautiful-nessBiSH
Despite enjoying immense popularity with the catchphrase “a punk band without instruments,” the six-member girl group BiSH has announced they will disband as of June 2023.
Their song “beautiful-sa,” included on their indie second album FAKE METAL JACKET, was chosen as the opening theme for the variety show Tuesday Is Full Throttle! Hanadai-san to Chidori-kun.
Its message—that if time passes whether you’re doing something or not, you might as well move forward—has the power to blow away negative feelings.
With a driving, pop-leaning arrangement and emotive vocals that shake the heart, it’s an emotional upper-tune.
As many times as you likeCrystal Kay
This is a song that also became a hot topic as an insert track in the drama “Otona Joshi” starring Ryoko Shinohara.
Incidentally, Crystal Kay herself reportedly put a great deal of feeling into this work.
I think everyone has moments when they wonder, “Was my life really okay like this?” This is a song I’d love for you to listen to at such times.
HAPPYSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
HAPPY by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE is upbeat and really lifts your spirits.
Even the title promises and tells you it’s going to hype you up.
It’s a straightforward, clear-cut cheer-up song with a message like, “Blow away negative thoughts and let’s all be HAPPY together!”—packaged in a cool, stylish way that’s so them.
Sometimes you just need that simple combo of a great groove and cool vibes to boost your mood.
There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu
An immortal classic by Kyu Sakamoto, released in 1963.
The covers by Re:Japan—made up of comedy entertainers—and by Ulfuls are famous too.
It comically portrays someone trying to stay positive day by day, even though they can’t confess their feelings to the person they like.
As vague anxieties about the future deepen and the path ahead remains unclear, the song also carries a wish to brighten and energize Japan, making you want to believe, even just a little, in possibility and hope.
It’s a song whose charm you come to appreciate more with age, with a vibe that makes you want to sing it together—and it’s incredibly uplifting.
[Songs to Cheer on Life] Encouraging Anthems to Send Cheers to Those Who Are Doing Their Best (131–140)
MyselfNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi, known for his masculine songs that carry a sense of melancholy, enjoys strong support from men across generations.
While his signature tracks include Tonbo and Kanpai, this song Myself—true to its title—makes you feel, deep down, the determination to stay true to yourself.
When you’re facing all the absurdities of the world, clashes with people who see things differently, and you’re on the verge of breaking under those challenges, this is the song you should listen to.
It lifts you up from the bottom of your heart and cheers you on.
It will make you feel that your own convictions weren’t wrong after all.
ECHOLittle Glee Monster
A song that powerfully inspires the will to keep going! This track by Little Glee Monster was used as a rugby theme song, right? In addition to their signature beautiful harmonies, their dynamic vocals are a huge draw.
Looking at the lyrics, you feel the courage to face forward—thinking, “It’s okay; I’ve worked hard, overcome countless challenges, and I can do this!” When you’re feeling anxious before a big moment—like right before a match or an important entrance exam—give this song a listen!
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
A nationally beloved smash hit by SMAP.
With lyrics by Noriyuki Makihara, its message—cherishing each person’s individuality and letting their own flowers bloom—is so moving and encouraging it can bring you to tears.
Even when you work hard every day and still don’t see results… anyone would feel anxious at times like that.
Of course we all want good outcomes if we can get them.
Yet within that, there’s a warmth that seems to open up different paths and new possibilities within ourselves.
The heartfelt singing by the members of SMAP gently wraps you up.