Masterpieces to listen to in the morning. Special morning songs that give a boost to the start of your day.
When we wake up in the morning, each of us spends it differently—going to work or school, doing housework, dropping off and picking up kids, and so on.
We’ve put together a collection of songs perfect for mornings, to help make your start to the day feel clear and refreshing! If you’re not a morning person or find yourself feeling gloomy every day, listen to the tracks we recommend and claim a crisp, invigorating morning.
And if mornings are your strong suit, try finding songs that will keep you energized and active.
Let’s welcome a fresh, pleasant morning and tackle the day with energy!
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Masterpieces to listen to in the morning. Special morning songs (21–30) that give a boost to the start of your day.
First Blossom RadiantSINGER SONGER
This is the only single released under the band name SINGER SONGER, a group formed primarily by singer-songwriter Cocco and members of the rock band Quruli.
With its bright lyrics and catchy melody—so different from the darker worldview Cocco often portrayed at the time—many listeners likely discovered a new side of her.
The refreshing atmosphere that begins with acoustic guitar and the memorable refrain in the chorus make this a sure-fire number to brighten up your morning wake-up.
Ah, dawn is breaking.Berryz Kobo
Berryz Kobo’s “Aa, Yo ga Akeru” is a song that makes me feel like I can do my best today, thanks to the girls’ earnest singing.
If you listen to their angelic voices in the morning, you’re guaranteed to wake up instantly.
This dance tune will definitely stimulate your sleepy brain!
In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez
Aqua Timez’s “Ketsui no Asa ni” feels like the kind of song whose gentle acoustic guitar sound will help you wake up pleasantly.
Its tender melody and his powerful, heartfelt vocals energize the listener.
It’s a track that won’t grate on the ears in the morning—perfect for the very first listen of the day.
IdeaHoshino Gen
This is a masterpiece by Gen Hoshino that I especially want you to listen to when you’re feeling a bit low.
Released in August 2018, the song was used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue.” Its structure is captivating, unfolding from a buoyant, marimba-based intro into a gentle first verse.
His warm voice gives you a soft push forward.
The positive worldview—one that seems to turn even the sound of rain into song—will surely lighten your heart, whether on your commute to work or school, or as you stand before an important challenge.
Morning timeRen Meguro
A warm medium-tempo ballad that gently embraces the emotional shift that begins at a sleepless dawn.
It’s included on Snow Man’s album “THE BEST 2020 – 2025,” released in January 2025.
The gentle soundscape and Meguro’s soft vocals accompany anyone greeting the morning, warming the heart as you listen.
The music video features scenes of brewing coffee by the window and relaxing at home, carefully depicting the preciousness of the morning hours.
The more you listen, the more it grows on you—a truly wonderful song!
Good morningkururi
This song, which has a fully realized world of its own, is Quruli’s “Good Morning.” Its flowing progression, which eases unnecessary tension and feels like receiving a massage, captivates the listener.
It’s the kind of track you’ll want to play in the calm of the morning.
In the morning, even the lunar surface is smiling.DISH//
This is a song by DISH// that was chosen as the theme for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV.” Woven from the members’ real-life experience of looking up at the early-morning sky, its gentle melody carries a warmth that feels close to the morning.
Released in April 2024, the track is also included on the album “Gunjo Hikou.” With DISH//’s signature approachable sound, it beautifully captures the scenes from the early hours through daybreak.
It’s perfect for that moment of waking up, and if you listen during your morning commute to work or school, you’ll start your day accompanied by refreshing morning air and comforting music.