Just by listening, you’ll feel braver! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation
Whether you’re a student in a club or a working adult on the job, everyone’s field is different—but when you’re chasing dreams and goals, there are times when you feel like your spirit might break.
It’s reassuring to have someone to consult or to aim for the goal together, but that’s not always possible for everyone, is it?
So this time, we’re introducing a selection of motivational songs recommended for the yutori generation!
From tracks that give you a powerful push forward to ones that gently stay by your side, we’ve compiled a wide range.
We hope you’ll find the number that suits you best.
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Just listening gives you courage! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation (81–90)
REVIVERMY FIRST STORY
A powerful rock number packed with messages of rebirth and self-affirmation! Included on MY FIRST STORY’s album “ALL LEAD TRACKS,” released in July 2017, it was chosen as the theme song for Part 3 of the smartphone RPG “Hortensia Saga: Aoi no Kishidan.” With its driving melodies and grand sound, it expresses the courage to face adversity and the resolve to rise again.
Even if you’re reborn, your convictions remain unchanged—this song embodies the determination to live true to yourself.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you hit a wall, when you feel like you’re losing yourself, or when you need to rally your spirit.
ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE
This work is a grand composition that expresses the athlete’s inner “calm” and “motion.” It delivers deep inspiration and courage to listeners—truly an anthem for everyone who takes on a challenge.
Released in July 2024, it was also used in broadcasts of the Paris Olympics.
It portrays the pain and anxiety experienced on the path toward a goal, as well as the strength to overcome them.
It’s a song we especially want students dedicated to their club activities and anyone striving toward their dreams to hear.
It’s a piece that lets you feel the breadth and depth of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s musicality.
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
A rock number marked by powerful guitar riffs and a driving, fast-paced drum beat! Included on Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s album “Attitude,” released in July 2019, this track captured many hearts as the opening theme for the TV anime Fire Force.
It earned Gold certification for streaming and is highly regarded as one of the band’s signature songs.
The lyrics celebrate the importance of keeping your head up and moving forward, embracing life’s fragility while holding on to hope.
Perfect for daily workouts and high-intensity training, this song will be a reliable companion when you want to boost your motivation or fire yourself up.
Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE
A heartwarming message song delivered by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in April 2023.
While everyone faces hardships and obstacles in life, the song vividly conveys the importance of accepting them and living true to yourself.
Its bright, upbeat pop-rock melody gently accompanies listeners, offering a warm push forward.
Written as the theme song for the drama “Even Sundays Are Fine” starring Nana Seino, it won the Japan Record Award that December.
Born as a “fanfare for everyone striving to live in the present,” the work was highly praised for its positive energy and powerful message.
It’s the perfect track when you feel unsure of your path, hit a wall, or want to reward yourself for working hard.
Recommended as an encouraging anthem that gives you courage and as BGM for overcoming challenges.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
With bittersweet vocals woven into a dramatic melody, this song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE vividly captures the radiance of youth—perfect for the start of spring.
It richly expresses the struggles of young people searching for their true selves and the emotions of grappling with relationships.
Released in January 2025 as the theme song for the event “18-sai-sai” (Festival for 18-year-olds), it gently supports those in the midst of self-discovery or on the verge of taking a new step, making it an ideal track for springtime new beginnings.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
A masterful song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that delicately portrays the radiance and anxieties of youth, as well as the conflicts we carry while growing up.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” which began airing on TV Tokyo in April 2024, this piece gently embraces the memories accumulated as time passes and the feelings of confronting the unease hidden in everyday life.
Its refreshingly youthful guitar sound and clear, transparent vocals resonate with listeners’ hearts and give them courage.
It won the 66th Japan Record Award, marking the band’s first-ever back-to-back victory.
When you feel lost or anxious, or when you wish someone would give you a push forward, give it a listen.
You’ll surely find a budding feeling of cherishing yourself.
Just Listening Gives You Courage! Cheer Songs Recommended for the Yutori Generation (91–100)
YOAKENiziU
A heartwarming song themed around growth and independence, stepping into a new world with the break of dawn.
Released in February 2025 as the lead track from NiziU’s first mini-album “AWAKE,” which symbolizes the dawn of a new era for the group, it has garnered a huge response.
Set to a melody that evokes a sense of nostalgia, it powerfully conveys the courage and hope to take a step forward in your own way.
In the music video, the members’ expressive faces and refined choreography blend beautifully, showcasing their strong expressive abilities.
Highly recommended as a support song that gently encourages those starting a new chapter in life.