Morning BGM: music that lets you start the day feeling refreshed
Are you good at getting up in the morning?
If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you have trouble waking up or don’t wake feeling refreshed.
There are many ways to wake up—like setting an alarm on a clock or your smartphone—but one option is to play music.
In this article, we introduce the best BGM for waking up in the morning.
If you’d like to wake up to fresh, morning-appropriate background music, be sure to check it out!
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Morning BGM: Music to Kick Off a Refreshing Day (71–80)
Dream FighterPerfume
This is a song by the technopop unit Perfume, produced by Yasutaka Nakata.
The processed vocals are one of Perfume’s charms, and up to now many of their tracks felt like the vocals were kept restrained to blend with the sound.
However, the vocals in this track feel more forceful, as if they’re calling out a message directly to the listener.
The powerful lyrics that seem to push people forward toward their dreams are also striking.
With its uptempo digital sound and heartfelt message of encouragement, this song feels like it could give you the courage to move forward on a gloomy morning.
Critical HitRADWIMPS
When it comes to songs that pump you up, two elements are key: the overall vibe and the lyrics.
This track blows away those gloomy morning feelings on both fronts! The melody is bright and up-tempo, and just listening to it makes you want to move your body.
Plus, the lyrics are packed with messages that ignite your fighting spirit, making it perfect for mornings when you need to give it your all.
Be sure to listen closely while reading the lyrics!
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
This is a song by RADWIMPS written specifically as an insert track for the film Your Name.
The film’s striking depictions of scenery left a strong impression, so many listeners may associate this song with shifting landscapes and the image of daybreak.
Its refreshingly fast-paced sound stands out, evoking the feeling of running desperately toward a goal.
The lyrics, which seem to portray feelings for someone precious, are also distinctive; by using grand, expansive words, they convey the magnitude of those emotions.
Wake Me Up!SPEED
SPEED’s “Wake Me Up!” makes you feel fresh in the morning.
It gives you that same refreshing sensation as after washing your face, and it’s one of SPEED’s classic songs.
It’s the kind of track that makes you want to tackle whatever lies ahead from the morning on.
In a world filled with kindnessSaucy Dog
A refreshing song that perfectly suits the morning air.
It’s been used as the theme song for “Mezamashi Doyoubi” since April 2022, and it’s also included on Saucy Dog’s 6th mini-album, “Sunny Bottle.” Its breezy melody and pleasant high-tone vocals are captivating.
Listening to the lyrics, which depict everyday life, gives you the courage to be yourself without trying to overreach.
It also has a sense of speed that harmonizes with the crisp morning air, and if you listen, you’re sure to start your day on a positive note.
It’s recommended for people starting a new chapter in life and for those who aren’t morning people.
BeautifulSuperfly
How about listening to a song with beautiful, supple strength right after you wake up? In moments like that, I recommend Superfly’s “Beautiful.” Many people probably picture Shiho Ochi, Superfly’s vocalist, as a powerful, cool singer, but she’s also captivating for the kind of gentle, refined beauty you hear in this track.
The song flows softly and calmly until the chorus, and then gradually heats up—perfect for a morning when you want to boost your energy.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
A track by the music unit Superfly, whose trademark is vocalist Shiho Ochi’s powerful yet emotional voice.
Chosen as NHK’s soccer theme song for 2010, this piece exudes a strength that feels like a push on the back.
Its structure—building from a tight beat into the chorus—seems to give you a surge of energy that instantly lifts your spirits.
It’s a rock number with the momentum to blow away the anxieties you might feel at the start of the day—perfect for a first-thing-in-the-morning listen.
