An uplifting anthem of love and courage. Recommended classics and popular songs that boost your spirits.

Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa

Lord of Major / Precious Things

The debut single by Road of Major wraps moments of meeting and parting in a melody brimming with momentum.

With straightforward lyrics, it captures the tears and smiles that accompany life’s milestones, as well as the bonds with those we hold dear.

Its energetic sound that evokes youthful days and its deeply resonant, message-driven lyrics blend beautifully.

Although released as an indie single in September 2002, it stayed in the Oricon Top 10 for 19 consecutive weeks.

In 2009, it was also featured as the theme song for the Taiwanese Mazda Mazda3 commercial.

For anyone about to take a new step forward, this song will gently—and powerfully—give you a push.

In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “At the Morning of Determination”

It’s the theme song for an anime and is very easy to listen to.

It’s a song that makes you feel like moving forward without giving up, no matter how tough things get.

If you want to live positively, you should definitely give it a listen.

Toward the azure skyroodo obu mejyaa

Toward the Azure Sky – Road of Major

As you can gather from lyrics like “Even the sorrowful events that tear your chest have meaning” and “It’s okay to go slowly, it’s okay to go little by little, now let’s go,” this song’s lyrics are about rising up from a low point and moving forward.

The powerful vocals and melody also have a stirring intensity that feels like they spur you on.

Lion10-FEET

10-FEET – Lion

While all of 10-FEET’s songs are warm, filled with kindness and strength, this one is especially recommended.

It’s a hidden gem that isn’t performed frequently at live shows, but please take the time to really read the lyrics at least once.

It will surely give you the courage to take a step forward!

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An unwavering heartAAA

AAA / An Unyielding Heart

It’s a song that gives you a push when you’ve failed at something and are feeling down.

Just like its title, it carries the power to make you feel ready to take another step forward with an “unbeaten heart.” The strong vocals of the two female singers further bring the lyrics to life.

UniqueAARON

AARON – Unique (Official Music Video)

This song is also the theme for the drama “Isn’t That a Rip-Off?”—and I always look forward to Kyoko Yoshine’s slightly spacey, soft-hearted character in it.

It’s also the debut track from the artist AARON—pronounced “Aaron.” Even when unexpected rain falls or your IC card won’t work and you feel a bit down, the song embraces a positive mindset that sees those moments as “unique.” The lyrics brim with energy to keep moving forward day by day, and there’s so much to relate to.

As you listen on, elements of a love song blend in, and that subtle touch is great too.

It’s a track that leads to a happy ending—one I’d love for you to play when you need a boost.

I am the strongest.Ado

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

A rousing anthem that powerfully sings of one’s dreams and hopes! Riding on a melody created by Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, Ado’s commanding vocals surge forward, carrying heartfelt wishes from deep within.

Messages like “overcoming fear and moving ahead” and “a shining future with your companions” resound alongside an aggressive rock sound, gently giving listeners a push from behind.

Featured as an insert song in the June 2022 film ONE PIECE FILM RED, this track brought theaters to life and reached No.

2 on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.

It’s sure to instantly ignite the atmosphere at sports days and school festivals as well.