Recommended cheering songs for men: classic and popular J-Pop tracks
These are all songs that have become classics by now! I’m sure they’re tracks you’ve heard before.
“I can’t do this anymore!” When you’re feeling that way, listening to these will definitely make you think, “I’ll try a little harder.” We’ve gathered only those kinds of songs! Give them a listen when you want to push yourself!
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Recommended Cheer-Up Songs for Men: Classic and Popular Japanese Tracks (71–80)
THANXWANIMA
With its fiery sound and powerful message, this is a pep song that stands close to the listener’s heart.
It’s a heartwarming piece filled with gratitude and a desire to cheer on that first step toward a hope-filled future.
The track gently embraces the feelings you have at life’s crossroads—partings with loved ones and new departures.
Released in November 2015 on WANIMA’s album “Are You Coming?”, it became the band’s first nationwide distribution release.
The music video, shot in an outdoor live-performance style, also gained popularity and is beloved by many fans.
It’s a song especially for those who don’t feel okay as they face a new life or changes in their environment.
WANIMA’s energetic sound will surely give you the push you need.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
A song whose exhilarating guitar sound and powerful message strike a chord.
WANIMA, a rock band based in Kumamoto, released it in August 2016 as the commercial song for NIVEA Kao’s “8×4.” Set to a driving, fast-paced melody, it expresses the strength to overcome adversity and gratitude for the encounters along the way, resulting in a track that brims with positivity.
Listening to it first thing in the morning is sure to energize you for the day ahead.
It’s a gentle, encouraging anthem that gives you a push at major turning points in life or when you’re about to take on a new challenge.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
A pop number sung by WANIMA based on TRADITIONAL’s “Picnic.” Still active as an indie band, they haven’t always had a smooth ride in their musical career, yet they sing with an irrepressibly bright, go-for-it spirit—an emotional depth and contrast that will likely move many listeners.
Recommended cheer-up songs for men: Classic and popular J‑Pop hits (81–90)
GLORIAYUI
GLORIA = Hope…
An encouraging song YUI wrote for those who are single-mindedly chasing their dreams.
Her gentle, companionable singing style is quintessential YUI.
It was also used in a Shinken Zemi commercial, and with this song, many exam-takers were able to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom.
Aka Yume Nami -KAMUNAMI-kariyushi 58
Akayunami – KAMUNAMI – by Kariyushi58 has been chosen as the theme song for the Koshien program.
It’s a cheer song that portrays people giving their all in pursuit of their dreams in the summer.
A highlight is how it incorporates uniquely Okinawan expressions while sending its message of support.
Incidentally, the second verse features lyrics that seem to describe what happens after Koshien.
The message is sure to stir the hearts not only of high school ballplayers but of anyone who hears it.
Give it a listen when you need motivation or want to reminisce about your youth.
Doki itnaniwa danshi
This eighth release from Naniwa Danshi rides on a spring breeze—an upbeat, hopeful song finished as a refreshing rock tune.
It conveys the excitement of stepping into a new environment and the importance of living true to yourself with vibrant energy.
While we sometimes face adversity, the message resonates: accept it as part of life and move forward with joy.
Chosen as the theme for AOKI’s “Freshers Fair” commercial and released in February 2025, this track is a cheer song that gently pushes not only those starting a new chapter in life, but everyone ready to take a new step.
Go for it!Urufuruzu
A quintessential song by Ulfuls that needs no introduction.
It’s a lively cheer-up tune sung by Tortoise Matsumoto, the epitome of a spirited big brother, and it has a mysterious magic that makes anyone feel energized just by listening.
Even without any particularly special words, it gives you strength—that’s the greatest charm of this kind of pop song.