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

You want to push yourself just a bit more, but somehow you can’t find the strength… What do you do at times like that?

Music has a mysterious power to heal the heart, give you courage, and help you take a new step forward.

In this article, we’ll introduce uplifting songs that stay close to your heart and gently nudge you from behind.

Wrapped in refreshing melodies and powerful lyrics, why not find hope for tomorrow?

Surely, you’ll discover a song that gently supports your determination to keep going.

Playlist

An uplifting anthem of love and courage. Recommended classics and popular songs that boost your spirits.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Film Theme Song Works
2	For DecadesLittle Glee Monster		An uplifting song that cheers you on as you overcome hardships and pursue your dreams
3	Love MySelfIS:SUE		An anthem that cheers on the courage to believe in yourself
4	Bring it on, spring.non		Non's cheer song, supporting a new step forward
5	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA’s cheer song that leads you to a positive mindset
6	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster 'The World Smiles at You'
7	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A song of courage to keep waiting for your chance without giving up
8	Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE		A passionate message, a high-energy, fast-paced cheer song
9	Live!kocchi no kento		Encouraging songs to listen to when feeling down
10	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A moving song that cheers on and supports a new chapter in life
11	GOD_iNumber_i		A song that encourages the courage to live true to yourself
12	Don’t give upZARD		ZARD, the timeless songs that give us courage through fight songs
13	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Don't be afraid of failure—keep looking ahead and move forward!
14	Heart Throbsnobobyknows̟+		A song that makes people's hearts dance through the power of music
15	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A warm anthem cheering on those living in the present
16	Happinessarashi		Feel uplifted by Arashi’s cheering song
17	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Tomorrow will surely be a good day—stay positive.
18	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		LiSA’s signature song, the Demon Slayer opening theme
19	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that cheers you on to embrace uncertainty and live true to yourself
20	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s cheer song, their debut performance piece on Kōhaku
21	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		Support unit song for the Japan national soccer team
22	Go for it!Urufuruzu		Guts! A forward-looking cheer song.
23	Born This WayLady Gaga		Lady Gaga's songs empower women.
24	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheering song: a track to listen to when you’re feeling down
25	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Olympic theme song, a song of courage and hope
26	exceed; surpass; go beyond; cross (over)[Alexandros]		Face the past and take a step toward the future
27	Nobosemon HEROChibanyan & Giga		A song of courage that pushes past limits and pursues dreams
28	I just can’t give up.GENIC		An anthem that cheers on those who keep pursuing their dreams without giving in to setbacks
29	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN		GReeeeN: a cheering song that faces hardship
30	rainbowyuzu		A healing song that gives courage and hope
31	SUNHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Recovery and Confrontation with Everyday Life
32	Song of Victory ~The Strongest, Invincible Number One~ROF-MAO		A powerful ROF-MAO fight song that inspires challenge and bonds!
33	LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO		A love song cheering on a man with unrequited feelings
34	Progresskōkua		The power of music to give hope and encouragement
35	GuaranaSukima Suichi		A classic hit by Sukima Switch overflowing with youthful vibes
36	Runnerbakufū suranpu		A classic hit by Bakufu Slump that captures a sense of speed and youth
37	single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER		Keep looking forward without giving up, and keep believing in yourself.
38	Love will winKAN		An inspiring anthem of support that conveys hope and love
39	Motherkariyushi 58		A classic hit by an Okinawan band that sings about gratitude to one’s mother
40	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A sense of speed, the courage to run facing forward
41	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Songs of youth give courage to young people.
42	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		Finding the courage to face forward with Noriyuki Makihara’s cheer song
43	HELLOFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu’s classic hit that sings about unrequited love
44	Believe in yourselfAbe Mao		An inspiring song that bolsters the resolve to strive
45	Defeated Herokoron		Step by step toward your dream
46	UniqueAARON		Upbeat energy in AARON’s debut song
47	A bouquet for meAdo		A hopeful song facing forward, toward little happiness
48	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		Life is an adventure, an anthem of hope
49	NO.1UVERworld		A rock cheer song filled with passion for victory
50	StrongestYuuri		A song that supports the courage to move forward with strength
51	Peter PanYuuri		A song of determination and conviction to keep pursuing one’s dreams
52	Zankyo SankaAimer		Demon Slayer theme song, a song of hope and courage
53	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		An upbeat, refreshing cheer song brimming with hope
54	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI’s encouraging song that gives you courage
55	from hereSixTONES		A song that sings of the courage to face forward and never give up
56	My dressneguse.		An ending song that portrays passion for dreams
57	PRIDEImai Miki		A cheerleading love song that turns a secret love into pride
58	Because you are hereUru		A ballad that sings of love and gratitude for someone dear
59	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that depicts the power of kotodama and eternal love
60	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		Depicting life’s turning points in Road of Major’s debut song
61	I am the strongest.Ado		A cheer song that sings of dreams and hope
62	At the end of this roadMiyamoto Hiroji		A rock number of love and passion that stirs the heart
63	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		An anthem of encouragement that helps you overcome setbacks and gives you courage
64	Dear, boyHump Back		A powerful song that supports young people pursuing their dreams
65	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s youth theme song
66	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		An anthem that gives you the courage to move toward hope
67	one’s true feelingssumika		An anthem to help overcome setbacks
68	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A rock ballad that overcomes a sense of emptiness and sings of hope
69	A March for Youchesu maika		A Message Song of Hope and Courage
70	Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman		The Beauty of Unseen Effort and a Song of Gratitude
71	rainbow-coloredayaka		An anthem of encouragement that overcomes hardship and paints hope
72	FlowerFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s hymn to life, a message to believe in your own worth
73	In the Sun and the DustCHAGE and ASKA		A powerful pop number by CHAGE and ASKA that portrays youth and the struggles of life
74	ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG		An encouraging song that pushes you forward toward your dreams
75	TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS		THE BLUE HEARTS' signature song TRAIN-TRAIN
76	Vermillionsumika		sumika’s spring single to be pre-released from the album
77	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A musical piece of respect and inspiration for the unnamed people
78	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A cheering song celebrating Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s departure
79	We AreONE OK ROCK		A heartwarming rock number by ONE OK ROCK
80	It’s okaywacci		Introducing wacci’s heartwarming ballads
81	Star Lablationkerakera		A song of courage and hope to take the first step
82	Endless JourneyMr.Children		Encouragement songs by Mr.Children
83	purplejoōbachi		A song of gratitude and hope for someone dear
84	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		A song that gives you the courage to face forward and move on
85	Toward the azure skyroodo obu mejyaa		A song of courage to overcome hardship and move forward
86	Lion10-FEET		A gentle yet powerful classic by 10-FEET, a song that gives you courage.
87	An unwavering heartAAA		A song that gives you the courage to overcome failure
88	FrontiersAwich		Sing the courage to face the unknown
89	sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN		Courage and hope to face destiny
90	Our Starting LineHIPPY		An anthem of youth that cheers you on, giving you a push toward your dreams.
91	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		MAN WITH A MISSION and milet produce the theme song for Demon Slayer.
92	Beyond ~Let’s go beyond~ME:I		Moana 2 Japanese Version End Song
93	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A new single—the first in three and a half years—serving as a movie theme song
94	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Singing “Darling” with young people, conveying hope and support
95	winding roadNovelbright		A song that gives you the courage and hope to move forward
96	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		A blessing message song that embraces the dreams and hopes of young people
97	Let’s do our best.SMAP		SMAP's 'Ganbarimashou' is an encouraging song.
98	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		An anthem by SMAP that encourages affirming your true self
99	gentianWANIMA		The gentian flower sings of the preciousness of life.
100	SignalWANIMA		A song full of courage and hope
101	Before the departureWANIMA		To new members of the workforce: keep challenging yourself without fearing failure.
102	Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!Androp		An anthem to look forward and keep moving
103	YELL ~Yell~Kobukuro		An anthem for those in pain, resonating in the heart
104	O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro		An anthem of support carrying the hopes of spring, the courage to face forward
105	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheering song, let’s move forward positively
106	Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya		A heartwarming song that expresses Takaya Kawasaki’s deep feelings for his beloved
107	circleIkuta Rira		Rira Ikuta wishes for growth from the repetitions of everyday life
108	Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru		Takahara Pistol’s cheer song: the courage to live true to yourself
109	AlrightNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s cheer song that encourages people who are doing their best
110	Your SongAbe Mao		Songs that give you energy, tunes that push you forward
111	StoryAI		Timeless songs that heal the heart, giving people hope and courage.
112	ultra soulB’z		A signature song by B’z, with uplifting lyrics that resonate with the heart.
113	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		The theme song of the movie Nobita portrays the importance of friendship.
114	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		An inspiring, heartwarming cheer song that gives you courage
115	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A moving song with the theme of graduation
116	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Cheering Song 'One More Step': A Song of Gratitude and Courage
117	A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song of courage and hope to keep moving forward without giving up
118	confessionFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A moving masterpiece from a disbanded band
119	To the futureKiroro		A moving masterpiece filled with gratitude to my parents
120	Shouted SerenadeLiSA		LiSA’s cheer song—a powerful track about hope and taking on challenges
121	Growing UpMachico		Theme song of courage to overcome anxiety
122	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		The Paris Olympics support song has surpassed 100 million plays.
123	FrontierOWV		An energetic song filled with challenge and hope
124	GANBA!!PANBE		PANBE’s cheer song. Delivering courage and energy.
125	Dream FighterPerfume		An encouraging song that supports the journey toward one’s dreams
126	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Superfly’s rousing anthem with a powerful singing voice that resonates in people’s hearts
127	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A moving, heartfelt song that sings of the bonds between people.
128	CHE.R.RYYUI		A maiden's fickle heart swayed by a single email
129	From Me to Youflumpool		A movie theme song that depicts the pure love of high school students
130	Unrequited lovemiwa		A passionate song that sings of a heartrending love
131	Furisodationkyarī pamyu pamyu		A song that celebrates and gives thanks for becoming an adult.
132	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A song of support for a 15-year-old: courage and hope toward dreams
133	KanadeSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch’s classic, a song of parting and bonds
134	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A heartwarming song that sings of the miracle of meeting and the bonds we share
135	Bud of LoveKōda Kumi		A song by Kumi Koda that sings about the excitement of love
136	HEART BEATKato Miria		An inspiring song that empowers people through the power of music.
137	There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu		Let's walk facing forward, a song of courage and hope
138	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		The Daijiman hit that gives courage to life
139	DREAMERyamazaru		Find the courage to chase your dreams with Yamazaru’s “I’m a Dreamer.”
140	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		A song that encourages people who are dedicated to sports
141	Area 1020dohatsuten		Sense of unity and hope at a live music venue
142	Peach-Colored Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya		A CM song by Aya Matsuura, written and composed by Tsunku
143	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		A song of hope that won’t abandon its dreams—of graduation and heartbreak
144	TREASURE！DIALOGUE＋		A positive cheer song by DIALOGUE+
145	Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku		A 'BLEACH' ending song filled with gratitude
146	We Will Rock YouQueen		A powerful anthem of stamp-stamp-clap
147	Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS		An anthem of youth that uplifts the heart with powerful lyrics
148	fatesumika		Sumika’s music gives us the courage to face destiny.
149	GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana		The fight song resonates in my heart and gives me courage.
150	Full of memoriesH₂O		Youth song featured in music textbooks becomes popular