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 motivational songs for men: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (1–10)
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK
This is a stirring rock number by ONE OK ROCK that portrays the fiery bonds between friends charging toward their dreams.
While looking back on the youthful days they spent together, it vows that each will shine on the path they’ve chosen, powerfully pushing listeners forward.
Even if they grow apart, the memories in their hearts remain unfading treasures—an encouraging message that gives courage.
Included on the October 2011 album “Zankyo Reference,” this song is perfect to listen to while cheering on friends as they leap into a new world and salute each other’s efforts.
As an anthem that blows away anxiety and loneliness and helps you face forward, it’s definitely worth checking out!
You Got Thism-flo
m-flo is a group that fuses a wide range of genres and constantly pursues innovative sounds.
“You Got This,” their first track in about seven years created solely by the three members—LISA, VERBAL, and ☆Taku—is a number brimming with positive energy.
While carrying anxieties yet choosing to move forward, the song expresses that resolve over a danceable beat.
It’s a perfect anthem for when you want to fire yourself up.
Silent majorityKeyakizaka46
The debut single of Nogizaka46, the second installment in Yasushi Akimoto’s Sakamichi Series.
Around the time of the U.S.
presidential election, it was said that people who didn’t openly declare their support for Trump actually constituted the majority.
In that social climate, Akimoto’s foresight in choosing this word as the title can hardly be described as anything less than a God-given talent.
Recommended cheer-up songs for men: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (11–20)
Tamio Okudasasurai
Okuda Tamio’s folk rock that became the theme song of a TV drama and a massive hit.
Many people in the music world drew energy from this track, and it has been covered by numerous artists.
It’s a refreshing number that reminds us that even in the adult world, it’s important to keep a free spirit.
far; distant; by farGReeeeN
A pinnacle of cheer songs, a gem-like ballad from GReeeeN.
It’s a track that gives a push to those standing at life’s crossroads, such as setting off on a journey or taking on a new challenge.
The emotionally dramatic music video is a must-see, delivering a surge of passion and a touch of moving inspiration to viewers.
Flash GirlToukyou Jihen
A hidden gem by Tokyo Jihen.
There’s none of the easy shortcut you often see with female-fronted bands, where charm covers for the song’s level.
Instead, you catch a glimpse of a spirit of independence—living as an individual—and a message to value the present moment and live firmly, here and now.
We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā
This is the quintessential cheer song: a Sambomaster rock track that propels you forward with overwhelming energy.
What’s remarkable about this song is that it never once says “do your best,” yet it still lifts your spirits and pushes you in a positive direction.
You can sense the finesse in how it avoids using simplistic, overly direct phrasing.