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.
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Songs That Lift Your Spirits and Keep You Going Tomorrow! Uplifting Tracks Recommended for the Yutori Generation (21–30)
YURU FUWAYUTORI-SEDAI
YUTORI-SEDAI is a three-piece rock band winning support from younger generations with lyrics that spark empathy.
Released in August 2025, this track is a pop song that boosts self-esteem in love, declaring, “It’s a waste to dump me.” Its story—about never neglecting self-improvement and shining like a princess—offers a gentle push, especially for women.
Set to a breezy ensemble, Ryoki Kimbara’s vocals resonate deeply, making this an emotional yet cute number.
Happy Order?imase
Even on mornings when your steps feel a bit heavy on the way to a part-time job, this upbeat pop anthem instantly brightens your mood.
It sings, over a breezy dance sound, about everyday moments anyone who works can relate to—like the gloom before a shift starts and the way time flies once you get going.
Created by imase, the song was released in April 2024 as a tie-in with McDonald’s Japan, made to encourage roughly 200,000 crew members working nationwide.
It’s also included on the first album, “Bonsai.” Feeling worn out from work or struggling with relationships? Listening to this track might help you rediscover the fun and sparkle hidden in your everyday working life.
Songs That Lift Your Spirits and Keep You Going Tomorrow! Energizing Tracks Recommended for the Yutori Generation (31–40)
WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You Gotta Start a Movement~H Jungle with T
It’s a compelling song that embodies the strength of its time and carries a timeless, universal message.
The single released in February 1995 by H Jungle with t, the unit formed by Masatoshi Hamada and Tetsuya Komuro, became a massive hit, selling over 2.13 million copies.
Filled with empathy and encouragement for people living in an era of stagnation, the piece is infused throughout with the will to keep looking forward and moving ahead even in difficult circumstances.
Amid hectic days and moments of confusion, it conveys a powerful desire to seek change, rally oneself, and take a step forward together with friends.
It’s a heartfelt anthem that gently supports those who feel worn out by society or who want to change something, resonating deeply as a song of encouragement.
excessively earnest; overly serious to a fault; straight-lacedCreepy Nuts×Ayase×Ikuta Rira
This song is a heartwarming anthem for people who keep working earnestly despite the fatigue and frustrations they feel in everyday life.
Created collaboratively by Creepy Nuts, Ayase, and Rira Ikuta, the piece beautifully blends their unique styles to deliver an approachable melody and a powerful message.
Released in March 2022, it was used as the theme song for Nippon Broadcasting System’s “All Night Nippon” 55th Anniversary commemorative performance.
It resonated with many listeners, reaching No.
6 on the Billboard JAPAN Download Songs chart.
Whether you struggle with mornings but still push yourself to wake up early, or you’re clumsy yet refuse to give up and keep trying, this song stands by and encourages everyone who is giving life their all.
ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA
This ambitious work brings together LiSA, the queen of the anison world known for belting out a strong resolve to carve out one’s destiny, and a featuring collaboration with the K-pop group Stray Kids.
Skillfully fusing rock and electronic elements, it expresses a story of rebirth and growth through a sweeping sound.
The song will serve as the opening theme for the TV anime Solo Leveling Season 2 – Arise from the Shadow -, airing from January 2025, with a CD single release scheduled for March.
With a powerful melody that resonates with hearts tired from work and lyrics that inspire you to face forward, this uplifting anthem is sure to become a source of strength for everyone giving their all each day.
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
This song stays close to the inner voice we all have and offers a chance to rediscover our true selves.
With melodies that gently embrace the anxieties and conflicts of youth and lyrics woven with positive messages, Mrs.
GREEN APPLE conveys the importance of fostering self-esteem.
Released in January 2025 as the theme song for NHK General’s special program “18 Festival,” and performed together with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation, the piece is a warm, comforting track that soothes hearts tired from work.
When daily life overwhelms you and you feel like you’re losing yourself, listening to this song will give you the courage to accept who you are, just as you are.