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Recommended music for marathons: uplifting songs that give you the courage to power through

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

Do you listen to music when you run marathons or go jogging?

In fact, listening to music while running comes with big benefits!

The biggest advantage is that matching your stride to the tempo can act like a pacemaker and help you keep a steady pace.

Plus, listening to your favorite tracks or motivational songs can boost your morale, helping some people make it all the way to the finish.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs with comfortable running tempos and uplifting anthems that boost motivation!

You’re sure to get that extra push to hang in there a little longer.

Just be sure to stay aware of your surroundings—and bring these tunes along as your companions for marathons and jogs!

Recommended music for marathons: motivational songs that give you the courage to run through (111–120)

Blue Storynaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – Blue Story [Naniwa Danshi LIVE TOUR 2023 ‘POPMALL’]

Blue Storynaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi is supported by a wide range of generations.

The song they created as a tie-in with Sea Breeze is “Blue Story.” It’s a refreshing track themed around youth.

In the commercial, the song plays over scenes of members Shunsuke Michieda and Kento Nagao running on a field, so many people probably associate it with a “sports day song.” Of course, even if you haven’t seen the commercial, the passionate lyrics and sound are sure to boost your motivation to run.

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Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika

A heart-pounding song filled with passion for dreams and adventure, highlighted by Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals.

It delivers a youthful, positive message, singing of the courage to face hardship and the bonds with friends—perfect for boosting excitement at school sports days and athletic festivals.

Released as a single in June 1997, it was used as the opening theme for a TV anime.

It won the Work Award at the Heisei Anisong Grand Prize and garnered widespread support, reaching as high as No.

7 on the Oricon charts.

Even when practice time is limited for a sports-day cheer song, its simple, easy-to-remember melody and lyrics mean the whole class can start singing it right away.

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RUNB’z

RUN/B’z [Tried drumming it]

RUNB'z

B’z’s “RUN” has a bouncy, comfortable groove.

The rhythm is distinctive—the shuffle beat that goes “ta-ka-ta-ka, ta-ka-ta-ka,” and the punchy triplet “ta-ta-ta” accents are super cool.

Listening to this rhythm while you run will naturally pick up your pace! This song is also great when you’re struggling because you can’t hit the goals you set for time or pace.

The lyrics, which encourage those on the verge of giving up, will surely give you the courage to start running again!

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In conclusion

We introduced some uplifting cheer songs recommended for marathons and jogging to boost your motivation. Did you find any tracks that make running feel easier or give you courage? If you usually run without listening to music, take this opportunity to give it a try! Just be sure to stay aware of your surroundings while you listen!