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)
LOSERYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, a hugely popular singer-songwriter.
When this work was released, many people were probably surprised by the contemporary dance he showcased in the music video.
The edgy sound infused with hip-hop really pumps you up.
It carries a powerful message: if that’s the case, even a howl is fine—embrace it, and keep rolling forward even if it looks clumsy.
It gives you the courage to charge ahead with nothing holding you back.
Released in September 2016 as a double A-side single with “Number Nine,” it was also featured in 2018 as the song for a Honda JADE commercial.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to listen to when you feel like you’re about to break or when you’re ready to take a new step.
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.
March Toward TomorrowKuwata Keisuke
Written by Keisuke Kuwata in 2011, at a time when many people were anxious about tomorrow, this is a marching song of hope.
Its unadorned, simple sound centered on acoustic guitar seeps all the more deeply into the heart.
The lyrics carry a strong message to the disaster-stricken areas, and there is a verse that sounds as if it sings “in Tohoku,” a characteristically modest form of encouragement from Kuwata that is profoundly moving.
This warm number was released in August 2011 as part of a triple A-side single and was also used in an NTT Docomo commercial.
It’s a talisman-like song, perfect for those moments when you want just a little boost of energy or a gentle push on the back.
Happinessarashi
From the very first notes of the intro, this song overflows with a positive vibe that clears your mind.
Released in September 2007 as the 20th single by the national idol group Arashi, it also became widely loved as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari,” starring members Kazunari Ninomiya and Sho Sakurai.
The lyrics, which speak to you and encourage you to start running forward while believing in the future even in difficult times, are truly captivating! Their straightforward and bright vocals deliver a powerful message, urging you to reach out and welcome tomorrow with your own hands.
Listen to it when you’re taking a new step or want to lift your spirits, and you’re sure to get off to a fantastic start!
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.