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

EXCITEMiura Daichi

Daichi Miura / EXCITE -Music Video- from “BEST” (On Sale 2018/3/7) (short ver.)

This is a song by Daichi Miura, who is active as a singer-songwriter and dancer.

It was used in 2017 as the theme song for Kamen Rider Ex-Aid.

Riding an energetic, danceable beat, it powerfully declares the will to live.

You can feel the resolve to evolve, to take on challenges, and to push beyond personal limits into new territory.

Give it a listen when you need that extra boost of motivation!

WinnerEXILE THE SECOND

Winner

An energetic song that embodies courage and challenge.

Created by EXILE THE SECOND, it was released in March 2024 as the official image song for the Tokyo Marathon 2024.

It is also included on the album THE FAR EAST COWBOYZ.

The feelings woven into the lyrics—like “Let’s raise the trophy of glory”—resonate with listeners.

Give it a listen especially when you’re tired; it will surely give you the strength to push through once more.

One Night CarnivalKishidan

Kishidan / “One Night Carnival 2013” MUSIC VIDEO - short ver -

This song by the rock band Kishidan was released in May 2002.

It has been loved in various settings, such as being performed on the TV show SMAP×SMAP and showcased at their independent music festival “Kishidan Banpaku.” The lyrics about youth dreams and friendship blend perfectly with the upbeat rock sound.

Listening to it puts you in a party mood.

Give it a listen, and you’ll surely find the courage to run all the way to the end.

to run; to dash; to gallopsukaato

to run; to dash; to gallop

It’s a Skirt number whose refreshing yet slightly wistful melody gently stays close to the listener’s heart.

The words woven by Wataru Sawabe aren’t simply upbeat; they tenderly affirm the down-to-earth feelings of trying to move forward while carrying doubts and anxieties.

収録曲「翔る／標識の影・鉄塔の影」は2020年3月にリリースされ、第96回箱根駅伝のオリジナルCMのテーマとして書き下ろされた楽曲です。

Many people were likely moved as its story overlapped with the CM featuring Sho Kiyohara and Nanase Nishino.

It’s a track that gives you courage when you want to take on something new or rally yourself.

peace signYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Peace Sign

This single by Kenshi Yonezu is also famous as the theme song for the anime My Hero Academia.

While many of Yonezu’s songs have a relaxed tempo, this one features an exhilarating rhythm and melody, making it perfect to listen to while running.

Regardless of age, there’s no doubt you’ll enjoy your run if you listen to it.

to youMONGOL800

To You by MONGOL800

One of MONGOL800’s signature songs, with an up-tempo, rhythmic melody and passionate vocals that really resonate and fire you up.

If it comes on while you’re running, it somehow gives you energy and makes you feel like you can perform beyond your usual ability.

migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

Released in 2015, this song can be considered one of [Alexandros]’s signature tracks.

Thanks in part to its frequent use in commercials, it’s widely known—especially associated with ads featuring cars and athletes—so many listeners may feel it conveys a sense of dashing forward.

As the title suggests, the lyrics, inspired by migratory birds, are memorable, and the song has a refreshing feel that evokes bright hope—like taking off with your companions toward a new place.

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