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 start a refreshing day (51–60)
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
This is the fourth single by ONE OK ROCK, a four-piece rock band highly acclaimed not only in Japan but also overseas.
Chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s comedy skit show “Arabikidan,” the track became the band’s first to break into the top 10 of the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It opens with a drum fill-in, followed by a tight rhythmic pattern, a dynamic bass line, and guitar work that emphasizes chord progressions, all layered with powerful vocals.
Showcasing each member’s individuality and conveying a strong message about keeping your head up and moving forward, this song is perfect for a change of pace or when you want to lift your spirits.
from hereSixTONES
SixTONES is a six-member idol group that’s expanding its reach across a wide range of fields, not only in music but also in TV dramas and variety shows.
Their 10th single “Kokkara,” selected as the theme song for the TV drama “However, There Is Passion,” in which member Shintaro Morimoto portrays Ryota Yamasato of Nankai Candies, strikes a perfect balance between rapid-fire rap and a catchy chorus.
The lyrics, which tie into the drama’s story, seem to give us the courage to believe in the future without doubt.
It’s a cool, stylishly arranged, emotional pop tune that gives you a push forward—perfect for listening to in the morning.
AMBITIOUS JAPANTOKIO
It’s a song that gives you a sense of adventure and makes you feel like a hero.
It makes you want to charge straight ahead, cheers you on, and even makes you want to cheer someone else on—it’s a song that I think helps you get your energy back.
It’s quite an old song, but I still often see TOKIO performing it on TV even now, and I really love it.
Very brightThe Breeze
Breeze’s “Very Bright” is a song I recommend as a morning wake-up tune.
Breeze is a four-member vocal group that debuted in 2003.
The gentle lead vocals and refreshing sound will bring you a crisp, clear morning.
Morning BGM: Music to start a refreshing day (61–70)
The world just shines.YU-KI
It has a bright, refreshing feel, so I think it’s perfect to listen to in the morning at the start of the day.
With Yuki’s singing voice, the up-tempo rhythm, and the positive lyrics, it feels like the day begins to sparkle.
That sense of being filled with hope, as if the view in front of you suddenly opens up, is truly wonderful.
Starting Oversumika
Sumika is a rock band whose name was chosen from the wish that they could become a home-like place for many different people.
Their major 9th single, “Starting Over,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime MIX MEISEI STORY: Second Summer, Beyond the Sky, kicks things off with a chorus that immediately boosts your energy.
The lyrics, which heighten anticipation for an unseen future, have the power to blow away those gloomy morning feelings.
With its driving, up-tempo beat that wakes up your still-sleepy mind, it’s the perfect high-energy tune to start your day.
Spring Dayaimyon
Among Aimyon’s songs, this one especially overflows with a happy vibe! It starts with a gentle guitar riff, and the soft synth tones that come in afterward feel wonderfully soothing.
The structure—calming down in the first verse and then gradually building up toward the chorus—makes it perfect for a morning listen! The tempo sits at a relaxed, just-right BPM of around 110.
With its strikingly beautiful melody line, it’s highly recommended if you’re looking for a refreshing wake-up.
