[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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If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro
When you’re tired of life, stop and take a deep breath, and try listening to Naotaro Moriyama’s “If Living Is Painful.” The words carried by the melody tell you that it’s okay to openly express that you’re hurting, and that even your sad feelings are all important parts of who you are.
Moriyama’s clear voice gently stays close to the listener’s heart, helping you gradually regain your strength.
Let the encouragement you receive from this song be your nourishment, and take a step forward!
dreamGReeeeN
“Yume” is GReeeeN’s 26th single, released in February 2016.
The music video features Tao Tsuchiya and is presented like a drama, making it captivating to watch.
It’s a motivational song that pulls you back from the brink when you’re facing difficulties or running up against something that feels insurmountable—moments when you feel like giving up, which everyone experiences.
Everything becomes my strength!kuzu
This is the third single by Kuzu, the super duo unit formed by Miyasako and Yamaguchi on the Fuji TV comedy variety show “One-Night R&R.” It’s a song that lifts you up with powerful lyrics about how everything—both the positives and the negatives—can become the driving force for what comes next.
It’s a motivational anthem that gives you energy when things aren’t going well.
Kitearashi
A song filled with the wish that your dreams will soar ever upward like a kite.
It became a hot topic as the ultimate collaboration: Kenshi Yonezu created it as NHK’s 2020 song, and Arashi performed it! True to its title, “Kite,” the string arrangement has a refreshing feel, like the wind carrying a kite high into the sky.
In the lyrics, rather than cheering you on with a forceful “Do your best!!,” the key point is that it offers gentle encouragement—more like “We’re wishing for our dreams to come true”—tenderly standing by your determination.
A March for Youchesu maika
It’s a song whose forward-looking message, filled with hope and courage, truly resonates.
Its warm lyrics and powerful, uplifting melody stand out, offering comfort to those who feel uncertainty or anxiety in their daily lives and challenges.
It compassionately addresses the worries of people living today—wanting recognition, pushing themselves too hard, or lacking confidence in their choices—while brimming with kindness that values each person’s own pace.
Written and composed by Chessmaica’s Tiiga in September 2017 and released on YouTube, this piece is perfect for times when you feel lost or when you want to encourage someone important to you.
FlowerNaka Kousuke
It’s a song that quietly stays close to the hearts of those who are hurt and gently tells them that simply being alive is wonderful.
The grand sound incorporating strings and Takashi Nakagawa’s uniquely resonant voice create a compelling sense that speaks directly to the heart.
The focus isn’t only on the beauty of flowers; it also clearly portrays the strength of rooting yourself in the earth and living with resilience.
While tenderly accompanying the heart, it straightforwardly delivers the power to stay true to yourself and take a step forward.
Remaining unawarerokudenashi
The delicate piano sound, as if gently scooping up everyday moments of uncertainty and feelings that can’t be put into words, leaves a strong impression.
This work is sung by Rokudenashi, a project centered around the vocalist Ninjin.
Released in June 2022, the song was written and composed by the Vocaloid producer MIMI.
A melody that feels like it might softly fade away overlaps with a voice brimming with transparency, quietly staying close to the listener’s heart.
It’s moving in the way it portrays a world view of aching desire—the frustration of wanting to change the status quo but being unable to move, and the longing for someone’s kindness.
It feels as if it tells you, “It’s okay to be your ambiguous self,” offering a sense of salvation.
It’s a song I especially want you to hear when you’re anxious and can’t quite take that first step.