Blow away the May blues! Cheer songs and feel-good tunes to listen to in May
May is when the new lifestyle finally starts to settle down a bit, isn’t it?
With the first long holiday of the new fiscal year behind us, many people may find it hard to get motivated due to a mix of getting used to things and feeling a little worn out.
That’s probably the May blues!
In this article, we’ll introduce uplifting Japanese songs we recommend to anyone struggling with the May blues.
We’ve selected a wide range—from tracks that instantly boost your mood to songs that soothe a tired heart—so if you tend to fall into negative thinking during May, be sure to check these out!
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Blow away the May blues! Cheer and energy songs to listen to in May (81–90)
rough runroodo obu mejyaa
This is a song I really want you to listen to when things aren’t going well or you’re going through something tough.
It’s filled with words you can relate to, and you’ll naturally feel strength welling up.
It’s perfect for anyone feeling unsure about the future!
FlenjerOtsuka Ai
Ai Otsuka’s high-pitched voice matches the tone of the song, making it a track that gives you a gentle push forward.
Thanks to its positive message—like “I’ll come running anytime”—it makes you feel that you’re not alone.
If you want the reassurance that someone is always watching over you, give it a listen.
Idiots everywhere.wasureranneeyo
It’s a song for people who stumbled in their new life or couldn’t get a good head start—one that helps you “reset” your mindset.
You can relate to the cry of not being seen, and somehow it lifts your spirits instead.
I don’t want to work.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai
A song by the three-piece rock band Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai, who call their style “life-embedded loud rock,” a fusion of laid-back lyrics about everyday happenings and a modern loud rock sound.
Included on their eighth album, “Sorosoro Chūken,” the track’s raw, straight-from-the-heart lyrics and dizzyingly unfolding arrangement are seriously addictive.
When we’re feeling negative, we tend to reach for songs that fire us up, but having our feelings voiced this straightforwardly might actually help many people blow off steam instead.
It’s a rock tune guaranteed to resonate—one we want people struggling with May blues and lethargy to hear.
This is insane—the hype is skyrocketing!Dangaryu
It’s a purely hype track by the rapper Dengaryu, just like the title says.
The exhilarating rap and the lyrics about forgetting your worries and getting pumped up are energizing.
If you’re feeling stuck in a new phase of life, I hope this song boosts your mood and blows everything away.
MayHata Motohiro
This is a heartwarming song crafted by Motohiro Hata, depicting a journey to visit a lover’s hometown with a warm, comforting vocal tone.
The gentle sound of the acoustic guitar, along with a pure desire to learn about the place where the other person was born and raised and to understand their past, resonates deeply through its tender melody.
The track is included on the album “Signed POP,” released in January 2013.
If you find yourself reflecting on a loved one’s past and wanting to know and understand them more, be sure to listen to it on a quiet night at a relaxed pace.
It will surely wrap you in a warm, comforting feeling.
Blow Away the May Blues! Cheer and Energy Songs to Listen to in May (91–100)
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
A passionate anthem crafted by Kenshi Yonezu.
With a racing melody that feels like the instant an arrow is loosed, it brilliantly portrays protagonists who, despite setbacks, keep moving toward their dreams.
A piece that captivated live audiences, it was written as the opening theme for the TV anime Medalist, which depicts the world of figure skating.
The lyrics, evoking the bonds of characters who support each other like a bow and arrow, and the dynamic sound give listeners the courage to overcome the anxieties and doubts everyone carries.
When your resolve to chase your goals starts to waver, listening to this song will surely give you the strength to take a new step forward.