[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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Everyone is free.Half time Old
“It’s okay to go your own way!!” This song reminds you of that simple truth we often forget.
It’s the theme song for au’s Santaro (Three Taro) commercial series, performed by the rock band Half time Old.
Its refreshing melody and vocals are sure to lift your spirits.
When you’re working hard toward a goal, people around you might have things to say, and you may find yourself stopping to wonder, “Which way should I go…?” But listening to this song will reaffirm that it’s fine to do things your way.
It gives you the strength to charge straight ahead without worrying about anything.
Magic Wordssupittsu
Released in 2006.
Its refreshing melody and lyrics soothe a heavy heart.
As we become adults, we tend to suppress our honest feelings.
Then, when we go to sleep, those feelings surface from deep within, turning into tears or keeping us awake.
This song says it’s good to recite a little spell to blow away that hidden sadness.
Any words will do.
The ones you like—the ones that feel right to you—work best.
[Songs to Cheer on Life] Encouraging Anthems to Send Cheers to You Who Are Doing Your Best (31–40)
Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi
A song released in 2007 by Elephant Kashimashi.
The lyrics by Hiroji Miyamoto, the vocalist and guitarist, feel like he’s speaking right to you—they’re absolutely amazing! It’s as if he’s right beside you, listening and cheering you on with everything he’s got.
The song stands by you through every worry and confusion at all stages of life.
Come on, listen to this track, and let’s keep fighting without losing from tomorrow on!
So that you can find happinesskurisu haato
Chris Hart’s songs always warm people’s hearts with his gentle messages.
This particular track is a message song for disaster recovery—dedicated to those working hard to rebuild and to people carrying emotional scars.
Even amid sorrow, it sings of facing forward and of happiness spreading to those around us.
The fact that, after many retakes, they chose the very first, candid vocal take conveys his strong commitment to recovery.
Included on the album “Song for You,” released in March 2014, the piece was created as SoftBank’s support theme for recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
It’s a number that wraps sinking feelings in warmth and gives you the strength to look ahead.
Happinessarashi
Arashi’s signature song “Happiness” gives you the courage to move forward.
It’s one of their representative tracks and a fan favorite! Its bright, lively groove and catchy melody make you feel positive just by listening.
What I especially want you to notice this time are the chorus lyrics.
When you hit a wall while working toward your goals or go through something tough, they remind you that it’s important to keep running while picturing the moment you reach your goal.
Listening to this song makes you feel confident to keep moving ahead!
The day called tomorrowNatsukawa Rimi
A song that was originally a poem to which music was later added.
With the vast sky as its theme, it expresses the beauty of living and portrays the belief in tomorrow even in difficult circumstances.
Released as a single in September 2011, it was tied up as a choral piece supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Rimi Natsukawa and Masafumi Akikawa co-created the work and each released it on CD, also performing together on year-end music programs.
For those whose everyday lives were taken by the disaster and who feel they cannot see the light, listening to this piece will surely inspire them to face their wounded hearts.
Even when it’s hard, tomorrow will come—this song teaches us to believe in ourselves and overcome.
AgainWANIMA
Speaking of WANIMA, they have lots of songs that give you energy head-on—straight down the middle.
I think that’s why they’re loved not only by young people but by a wide range of generations.
“Again” is one of those life-cheering songs, too.
With WANIMA’s signature powerful Japanese lyrics and a driving, high-speed melody, it fires you up and gets you motivated.
