Songs that lift your spirits and keep you going tomorrow: energizing recommendations for the Yutori generation
There are times when you just can’t muster any energy because of fatigue or stress.
Whether you’re a student or a working adult, tomorrow will arrive all the same, and you’ll have to head to school or the office.
Of course, even for homemakers, there are days when you’re overwhelmed by daily tasks and can’t put on a cheerful face.
So this time, I’ve put together a list of songs that will lift your spirits just by listening.
These tracks hit right in the sweet spot for the yutori generation in terms of release period, but I hope people of all ages will give them a listen.
- Just by listening, you’ll feel braver! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation
- It cleanses the soul… Great J-pop songs recommended for the yutori generation
- Just listening will lift your spirits! Energetic and cheer-up songs that defined the Heisei era.
- Hype to the max! Party songs recommended for the Yutori generation
- Definitely when you want a boost of power! Energetic songs recommended for Gen Z
- Songs to listen to when you're feeling down. Recommended feel-good, uplifting tracks.
- Power songs that fill you with energy just by listening. Recommended classics and popular tracks.
- A collection of uplifting songs: positive tracks to support you
- Energizing songs recommended for women in their 50s
- Relive those feelings from back in the day! Youth anthems recommended for the Yutori generation
- Recommended for the Yutori generation! Tear-jerking masterpieces from the J-pop scene
- Uplifting songs recommended for women in their 40s
- A lineup of classic hits! Karaoke songs recommended for the yutori generation
Songs That Give You Energy: Recommendations for the Yutori Generation That Will Make You Want to Do Your Best Tomorrow (11–20)
Song of HopeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
FUNKY MONKEY BABYS is a music unit whose warm vocals gently accompany the heart.
Their ninth single was released in November 2008 as the theme song for the film “Love Fight.” With heartfelt lyrics expressing gratitude to someone special, the song conveys the happiness and courage that the presence of a special person brings to our lives.
It also drew attention because Kii Kitano both appeared on the CD jacket and starred in the movie.
It’s a perfect track for times when you want to reaffirm your bonds with others and your feelings of gratitude, or when you want to reflect on someone important to you.
Each listen warms the heart and gives you energy for tomorrow.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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This is the tenth single by the four-piece rock band [Alexandros], known for their captivating high-tone vocals and exhilarating, fast-paced sound.
Featuring multiple tie-ins, including serving as the theme song for the film Akegarasu, this track is recognized as the song that rapidly boosted the band’s name recognition, despite being their major-label debut single.
Its striking intro guitar riff and soaring, cathartic chorus melody convey a momentum that can lift your spirits and push you forward.
A refreshing rock tune brimming with energy, it’s the perfect tailwind for taking a new step.
IdeaHoshino Gen
Gen Hoshino is a singer-songwriter from Saitama Prefecture.
The song he wrote for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue.” carries a message about overcoming the problems and difficulties we face in daily life with creative thinking.
His distinctly modern pop sensibility and lyricism—refined through his work as a writer—shine through in the lyrics, earning support from a wide range of listeners.
Released in August 2018, the track made a big splash, hitting No.
1 on various digital charts.
It’s an upbeat tune perfect for the yutori generation, reminding us of the importance of living each day with dreams.
A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki
Masaki Suda’s solo debut single is a fast-paced rock tune that resonated with many listeners.
It was also used in an au commercial and drew attention for its positive, powerful message and distinctive worldview.
Centered on themes of self-improvement and self-acceptance, it expresses the strength to keep walking your own path without giving up, even when facing hardship.
The song was a commercial success, peaking at No.
3 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
Released in June 2017, it especially struck a chord with the yutori generation.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re tired or stressed and need to regain your true self.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
An exhilarating track from the rock band Sakanaction, led by Ichiro Yamaguchi—often hailed as a “sound shapeshifter.” From the intro, where retro synthesizers ring out, it instantly grabs the listener’s heart and won’t let go.
The lyrics carry a determination to carefully carve a path toward an as-yet-unseen destination, and that positive stance gives you courage.
Released as a single in September 2015, the song was created as the theme for the film “Bakuman.” Its music video, modeled after a Showa-era TV music program, also became a hot topic, and the track continues to be cherished as one of the band’s signature works.
Sway your body to the brisk rhythm and your daily stress will fly away, leaving you with a pleasant sweat.
It’s perfect for a change of pace or as a companion for a walk.