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 (1–10)
A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
An inspiring pop tune that gives you the strength to overcome setbacks.
Its lyrics and melody resonate with the yutori generation, reminding us how important it is to have the courage to move forward, even if it’s just a small step.
Released in May 2007, the song reached No.
8 on the Oricon charts and was also featured as an insert song in the film “Bokutachi to Chuzaisan no 700-nichi Sensou” (Our 700-Day War with the Resident Police Officer).
It’s packed with relatable themes like friendship, family bonds, and the journey to find your true self.
Especially recommended for students chasing their dreams and working adults struggling with their jobs.
When you feel like your heart is about to break, why not listen to this track and recharge your spirit?
Just break the limit!UVERworld
A powerful UVERworld track that inspires with a bold message: don’t set your own limits.
Released in June 2008 on a double A-side single that included “Gekidou,” this song was also chosen as the support anthem for Pocari Sweat’s “Bukatsu no Tenshi” campaign.
Its catchy, sing-along melody and exhilarating sense of speed are irresistible.
It’s also included on the album AwakEVE, capturing the band’s momentum as they push toward the next stage.
When you feel crushed by mock exam results or daily pressure, it has the energy to fire you up—reminding you, “You can do more.” It’s an empowering anthem we hope every exam taker who wants to break their limits and seize success will listen to.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
An energetic track that covers a nursery rhyme everyone’s heard at least once, given a bold rock arrangement in true WANIMA style.
Even when you’re feeling sluggish before starting to study, the song’s exhilarating drive will naturally boost your motivation.
Its positive message—urging you to try first without fearing failure—will give powerful encouragement to anyone tackling entrance exams or test prep.
Released as a digital single in January 2017, it also created a buzz as the theme song for au’s “Santaro” commercial series.
Give it a listen when you want to face your weaker subjects with a positive mindset.
Songs that give you courage just by listening! Recommended cheer-up tracks for the Yutori Generation (11–20)
Dear, boyHump Back
The struggles and anxieties everyone faces while striving toward their dreams and goals—Hump Back’s songs are there to stand by you and give you a push forward.
Momoko Hayashi’s down-to-earth lyrics and powerful melodies speak directly to listeners’ hearts.
In a life that isn’t always a straight path, they remind us how important it is to keep our own pace.
Released in June 2018, this work marked the band’s major-label debut.
It reached No.
13 on the Oricon charts and captured the hearts of many.
It’s a song recommended not only for young people chasing their dreams, but for anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
LuminousKagami Hayato
A lead single from Hayato Kagami of NIJISANJI’s first mini-album “ULTIMATE CITY,” released in November 2025.
It’s a grand rock number fully produced by Soujirou Oki of Novelbright.
Through the image of a protagonist clutching a blank map and cutting through the darkness, it portrays the strength of will to keep moving forward—believing in a light of hope even amid uncertainty.
Just listening to the soaring, sing-along-ready chorus and the dazzling hybrid sound is enough to set your heart ablaze.
rainbowAqua Timez
This is a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re struggling in life.
It’s one of Aqua Timez’s signature tracks and drew attention as the theme song for the TV drama Gokusen.
The lyrics, which portray the hope and joy that lie beyond hardship, offer comfort and encouragement to listeners.
With powerful vocals and a refreshing melody line, it features a memorable keyboard tone and a tight rhythm.
Released in May 2008, the song became a major hit, setting a new personal best on the Oricon charts and surpassing 100,000 copies sold.
It’s an exhilarating number that gives you courage when you’re pursuing your dreams or goals, or when you’re feeling down.
FanfareTamaki Kōji
In the days you devote to studying for exams, don’t you ever feel a moment when your heart is about to break? That’s exactly when I want you to listen to a powerful track by Koji Tamaki, the singer-songwriter renowned for his overwhelming vocal prowess.
Released as a single in November 2025, this piece was chosen as the theme song for the TBS Sunday drama “The Royal Family.” Its lyrics, layered with memories of his childhood landscapes in Hokkaido and growing up alongside horses, teach us the importance of moving straight ahead as our true selves—not just chasing wins and losses.
Carried by a driving, exhilarating melody, his voice will warm you and give you a strong push forward through those anxious nights.