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 feel-good songs to listen to in May (41–50)
HeiwajimaB-DASH
B-DASH usually sings Japanese that isn’t really Japanese (lol), but this song is a straightforward cheer anthem.
Its invigorating rhythm and uplifting message purely entertain us.
If you’re feeling anxious about a new chapter in life, let this song give you energy and power!
It’s fine.Urufuruzu
The four-piece rock band Ulfuls, known for their emotional yet funky songs and unvarnished messages, delivers their 25th single.
The track was created to celebrate the return of band member John B.
Chopper, and it has been featured across multiple shows, from variety programs to documentaries.
With a chorus-like energy that feels as if it never lets up and lyrics that keep affirming you, it’s a number that may soothe the hearts of new working adults who are feeling their way through daily tasks.
It’s a rock tune that lightens a stressed mind and gives you a push to stay true to yourself—even when you feel like you’ve got nothing.
It’s great to be human.gagaga supi
Gagaga SP sings a remake of the well-known ending theme from “Manga Nihon Mukashi Banashi,” ‘Ningen tte Ii na,’ in their signature fast-paced, exhilarating style.
Even if your new life isn’t going as planned, this song helps you shrug and think, ‘That’s being human,’ and lifts your spirits.
It’s a song we’d love for you to listen to in May.
FlenjerOtsuka Ai
Ai Otsuka’s high-pitched voice matches the tone of the song, creating a track that gives you a push from behind.
The positive lyrics—like saying “I’ll come running anytime”—make you feel you’re not alone and give you the comforting sense that someone is always watching over you, which lifts your spirits.
Westside soul!WEST.
A funky soul number packed with Kansai spirit.
WEST.’s track channels the “never give up” mindset through its sound.
It’s their 24th single, set for release on May 7, 2025, and has been chosen as the theme song for the comedy film “Backroom Employee: They’ve Got Me Doing Spy Stuff.” All the members star in the movie, and the story and the song blend beautifully.
Its energetic groove and powerful vocals make it perfect for anyone who needs a boost to face tomorrow.
The Never-Ending SongTHE BLUE HEARTS
A four-piece rock band, THE BLUE HEARTS, enjoyed explosive popularity mainly among junior and senior high school students nationwide, and their legend has lived on even after their breakup in 1995.
This song, included on their debut album THE BLUE HEARTS, is also known as the theme song for the radio program “Yankee Sensei! Hiroyuki Yoshiie’s Dreams Don’t Run Away.” Its message—no matter what happens today, switch gears and move on the next day—has the power to help you release stress from work instead of carrying it over.
With its driving punk sound, this timeless classic blasts away the feelings of new members of society and those suffering from the May blues.
Go! That way!wanuka
This is the seventh digital-only single by Wanuka, a singer-songwriter who mainly works on social media and YouTube while keeping most of their profile private aside from being a 21-year-old university student.
The song was featured in au’s popular “Santaro” commercial series, in the ‘Susume! Socchida!’ segment.
It’s an excellent number with a lively arrangement and striking phrases.
Its message—that it’s okay to run away instead of forcing yourself when times are tough—will likely resonate with working adults struggling with the May blues and help ease their minds.
It’s a track that teaches the importance of deciding your own path in life, and one to listen to when you’re low on energy.