[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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[A Song to Cheer on Life] An Encouraging Anthem Sending Cheers to You Who Are Doing Your Best (141–150)
ultra soulB’z
This is the 31st single by the rock duo B’z, which has continued to be used as the theme song for broadcasts of the World Aquatics Championships.
While incorporating techno and Latin elements, it leaves a strong impression with its powerful vocals and guitar, delivering a quintessential B’z rock sound.
The track features programming reminiscent of their early years, and its catchy, exhilarating tune sticks in your head.
By the end of the chorus, it’s the kind of rock number that makes everyone want to throw their fists in the air—perfect for getting the crowd pumped even at karaoke.
Just a little moreYOASOBI
This is the ninth digital-only single by the male-female duo music unit YOASOBI, whose releases have consistently drawn attention ever since their debut song, “Yoru ni Kakeru.” Chosen as the 2021 theme song for the information program Mezamashi TV, it’s a comforting number featuring a memorable piano intro and gentle vocals carried by a shuffle beat.
Its message—that taking a single courageous step can change the world—will surely encourage those hesitating in pursuit of their dreams or on the verge of losing heart.
A song that resonates deeply, it’s sure to turn troubled feelings in a positive direction.
Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism
Known by the nickname “Higedan,” Official HIGE DANDism is a four-member piano pop band that now enjoys a level of success in Japan that hardly anyone could be unaware of.
This is their fifth digital single, a song chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers.
Unlike their massive hits Pretender and I LOVE…, this track leans more into rock, cranking up the energy.
Its resolve—to never give up no matter how hurt you get, and to make sure you’re smiling in the end—is something anyone struggling through life yet still trying to push forward can relate to.
With its dizzying series of key changes that seem to mirror life’s twists and turns, it’s a number that resonates with those chasing their dreams.
Life Encouragement Songs: Uplifting Anthems to Cheer You On (151–160)
Reaching the futureatarayo
Aratayo is a band with the concept of “growing by feeding on sorrow.” Their track “Reach, Toward the Future,” featuring vocalist-guitarist Hitomi’s strikingly emotional voice, is one of their most energetic songs.
Written specifically as the opening theme for TV Asahi’s Thursday drama “Keiji to Kenji, Tokidoki Hanji,” the song delivers a courageous message that encourages moving forward despite various hardships, aligning perfectly with the show’s themes.
The music video, which beautifully captures that imagery, is also moving—so if you can, watch it together with the song.
Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE
Do you know what the title “Que Sera Sera” means? It’s a phrase that lightens your mood, roughly meaning “whatever will be, will be,” which became popular in Japan in the late 1950s and has since taken root—almost like a coined expression here.
This song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is one I highly recommend for times when you’ve failed, feel down, or start blaming yourself.
If you sometimes ask yourself, “Why am I like this?” or feel, “I really hate myself,” please give it a listen.
You’ll surely realize that the only person who can truly cherish you is yourself.
Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterSteady&Co.
A track by Steady&Co., a hip-hop unit formed under the production of Kenji Furuya, the vocalist of Dragon Ash, and BOTS, the band’s DJ.
Its languid, wistful sound and lyrics that evoke the passage of time will likely make many listeners nostalgic for their younger days.
No Longer HumanGOMESS
This is the song that first brought rapper GOMESS into the public eye.
The lyrics he wrote at 19 are straightforward and pack a powerful punch.
If you tend to feel down or withdrawn, I really hope you listen to this track.