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: a special set of morning songs (1–10) to give your day a boost.
Just a little moreYOASOBI
Light and stylish music is perfect for the morning! This track by the popular music duo YOASOBI—who made their name with the massive hit “Racing into the Night”—was released digitally in 2021 and was chosen as the theme song for the morning news program Mezamashi TV.
The lyrics, which say, “Let’s muster a little courage and go meet the one who matters to us; then the day is sure to be happy,” are pure and heart-fluttering.
By the time you finish listening, you’ll naturally find yourself smiling.
A must-listen to leave the house feeling great first thing in the morning!
seven colorsBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a refreshing song that suits the clear blue skies of a sunny morning.
It’s a track by the rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN, known for numerous hits like “Ten-tai Kansoku (Stargazing)” and “Karma,” and it was released digitally in 2021.
The song was written as the theme for the NHK morning drama series Okaeri Mone.
Its buoyant rhythm and sparkling band sound are gently wrapped in the timbre of strings, resulting in a heartwarming finish.
It’s the kind of song you can listen to endlessly.
Feels like a light-footed day is about to begin.
No.1DISH//
DISH//’s dance-rock track “No.1.” It’s been a hot topic as the opening theme for Season 5 of My Hero Academia! Released in 2021, the song is packed with a full-on band feel—heavy yet exhilarating—and Takumi Kitamura’s piercing vocals have the power to carry you anywhere.
The music video has that moving moment where everyone’s fingers come together on the index finger—so good.
You can feel the air of the members’ bond, too.
The determined lyrics lean into your anxieties and blow away that gloomy morning mood.
It’s a perfect pick-me-up for your commute to school or work!
Have a nice dayNishino Kana
Some of you may have discovered this song on the morning show Mezamashi TV.
It’s Kana Nishino’s “Have a nice day.” The track opens with sparkling music that makes for a pleasant wake-up when you listen to it first thing in the morning.
It’s a song that lifts you up with her lively vocals.
SUNHoshino Gen
Gen Hoshino, who can now be called one of Japan’s leading artists without exaggeration.
With the massive hit of “Koi,” his name recognition skyrocketed, cementing his popularity.
“SUN” is the first song he ever wrote specifically as a TV drama theme.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Kokoro ga Pokitto ne,” starring Sadao Abe.
People often say “night always gives way to dawn,” and even on nights when you feel completely sunk, morning still comes.
This song gives you the energy to believe that when that morning arrives, the weather will be beautiful and the sun will be shining brightly.
SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi
For a refreshing morning, go with some breezy music.
This track was released by Tanaka—who is also active as an actor and novelist—during his Bokuno Lyric no Bouyomi era, coming out in 2017 as his major second single.
It was used in a commercial, so many of you may have heard it.
With an upbeat groove, it’s the kind of song that makes you want to jump around.
If you’re thinking, “Ugh, another day is starting…,” this pop number will blow those feelings away.
Give it a listen.
Morning of the BeginningOfisharu Higedan Dism
An exhilarating, feel-good piano rock number that couldn’t be more refreshing! It’s a track by Official HIGE DANDism, the popular band that has brightened the Japanese music scene with songs like “Pretender” and “I LOVE…,” included on their third mini-album Report, released in 2017.
Vocalist Satoshi Fujihara’s expansive voice is truly wonderful, isn’t it? It chases away anxiety and all those hazy feelings to somewhere far away.
Add this song to your playlist, and you’ll be set for the perfect morning!