Just by listening, you’ll feel braver! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude”

A song infused with a powerful message: “Turn your weakness into strength and soar higher.” SEKAI NO OWARI embraced the world of ONE PIECE and crafted the track with a grand, cinematic arrangement.

Riding on a fast-paced melody, Fukase’s gentle yet strong vocals give listeners a push forward.

Released in September 2023, it’s used as the opening theme for the ONE PIECE anime.

Singing about the importance of continuing to challenge yourself toward your dreams and goals, this song is recommended for moments when you face difficulties or are about to take a new step.

It’s sure to give you courage.

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Tomorrow Too”

An uplifting song that celebrates the joy of finding a hero to lean on over the weekend, even while carrying the busyness and anxieties of the weekdays.

Included on SHISHAMO’s album “SHISHAMO 4,” released in February 2017, this gem was born from watching a soccer club’s match.

It was featured as the theme song for NTT Docomo’s student discount commercial, in which the band members themselves also appeared.

Furthermore, when SHISHAMO performed it as their debut number at the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year, it became widely known.

Embracing the determination to keep moving forward in the face of difficulties, this song offers courage and gently stays close to those who feel lost or anxious.

determinationSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Determination” MV

It’s a classic that upliftingly sings of youthful emotions.

It powerfully portrays young people moving toward the future and warmly conveys the importance of living true to oneself.

The melody that draws out a positive mindset and the deeply resonant, message-rich lyrics are beautifully harmonized in this song.

Released in November 2023 as the CM song for Morinaga’s “in Jelly Energy Glucose,” it was also included on the album “Ongaku,” released in February 2024.

An ambitious work by SUPER BEAVER, it fully showcases their sincere musicality.

It’s a song to listen to when you stand at a crossroads in life, face an important decision, or are about to take a new step forward.

It serves as a powerful cheer song that offers the courage to believe in yourself and hope for the future—especially resonant for high school students.

THANXWANIMA

WANIMA- THANX(OFFICIAL VIDEO)

With its fiery sound and powerful message, this is a pep song that stands close to the listener’s heart.

It’s a heartwarming piece filled with gratitude and a desire to cheer on that first step toward a hope-filled future.

The track gently embraces the feelings you have at life’s crossroads—partings with loved ones and new departures.

Released in November 2015 on WANIMA’s album “Are You Coming?”, it became the band’s first nationwide distribution release.

The music video, shot in an outdoor live-performance style, also gained popularity and is beloved by many fans.

It’s a song especially for those who don’t feel okay as they face a new life or changes in their environment.

WANIMA’s energetic sound will surely give you the push you need.

Before the departureWANIMA

WANIMA 'Before the Departure' OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

This is a support song from WANIMA dedicated to everyone taking a new step forward.

It warmly conveys the greatness of getting back up again and again, and the importance of turning past failures and regrets into strength for the future.

WANIMA’s hallmark upbeat sound overflows with a refreshing energy that makes your body sway before you know it.

Released digitally in April 2021, the song was also chosen as the theme for the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks’ “Fight! Kyushu” project.

It’s a track that gently gives a push to those starting a new chapter or facing challenges right now.

Don’t give upZARD

Don't Give Up – ZARD (Full)

This gem of a song, woven from a moving melody and a powerful message, was released to the world in January 1993 as one of ZARD’s signature works.

With a gentle, warm vocal delivery, it wraps words of encouragement for a loved one and conveys a deep affection that says, “Even if we’re far apart, my heart is by your side.” Chosen as the theme song for the drama “Shiratori Reiko de Gozaimasu!” it has continued to garner broad support, being used at various sporting events and on the 24-Hour Television charity program.

As a cheering anthem that encourages and emboldens those striving toward their dreams, it’s a staple at school events such as sports days and graduation ceremonies.

Izumi Sakai’s clear, translucent voice and the heartwarming melody offer solace to those carrying worries and give them the strength to look ahead.

Helloyama × bocchiboromaru

yama × Bocchi Boromaru “Hello” MV (TV anime “Pokémon” opening theme)

This is a heartwarming collaborative work by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, packed with courage and hope for stepping into the future.

It carries a message of strong determination to move forward and the importance of staying true to oneself, gently encouraging those heading into new environments.

It has been broadcast as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon since October 2023, and a CD single was released in December 2023.

The transparent vocals and warm tones blend beautifully, resulting in a song that closely accompanies the listener’s heart.

It’s highly recommended for those feeling anxious about a new life or changes in their environment, and for anyone striving toward their dreams.