Songs that hype you up in the morning
Those vaguely listless, gloomy mornings, and those tense mornings when you’ve got something important on your schedule.
It can be hard to get out of bed, and mornings tend to give you the blues, don’t they?
For anyone who feels that way, here are some songs guaranteed to lift your mood in the morning!
From refreshing tracks that blow away melancholy to upbeat tunes that cheer you on when you’re nervous, we’ve gathered songs that will instantly boost your blue mood.
They’re perfect even if there’s nothing special going on—if you just don’t do well with mornings!
Give these songs a listen, pump up your energy, and let’s do our best today!
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Songs that boost your mood when you listen in the morning (31–40)
Glorious morningŌhara Sakurako
Sakurako Ohara is a singer who won the audition for the film The Liar and His Lover and made her simultaneous debut as an actress and singer.
Her song Glorious morning, included on her 3rd single Midsummer Sun, was used as the theme song for the TV program Mezamashi Doyoubi from April 4, 2015 to September 26, 2015.
With its message of setting worries and anxieties aside and acting on your feelings, it may soothe those whose hearts have been worn down by the busyness of daily life.
It’s a clear, refreshing pop tune with a translucent quality that perfectly suits the morning hours.
thorn; brambleAdo
While still leaving a powerful impression with “Usseewa,” singer Ado has been expanding her popularity at home and abroad thanks to her broad expressive range.
Her 20th digital-only single, “Ibara,” chosen as the theme song for the morning show Mezamashi TV, pairs a powerful vocal with a refreshing melody that feels great to hear.
The lyrics, which seem to encourage those who’ve found a dream or a goal, provide just the right energy to start a new day.
It’s an exhilarating number whose driving ensemble gives you a push forward.
HANDS UPBIGBANG
A refreshing dance number with a powerful beat and energetic sound that’s perfect for boosting your morning mood! Released in June 2010 as the B-side to the single “Tell Me Goodbye,” it was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi Doyoubi” from April to September of the same year.
Written and composed in part by G-DRAGON, this track is packed with BIGBANG’s signature innovative sound and uplifting message, and has become a staple at their live shows.
Put it on first thing in the morning, and it’ll blow away your drowsiness and kick-start your day with motivation!
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.
hurrayYabai T-shatsu Yasan
Known by the abbreviation “Yaba-T,” the three-piece rock band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan captivates fans with live shows that unite them with the audience.
Their 4th digital single, “hurray,” written as an insert song for the morning show ZIP!’s drama Crescendo de Susume, features a catchy melody line that also makes you wonder how it would work as a choral piece.
Its driving rock sound is guaranteed to wake up a sleepy head in an instant.
This exhilarating rock tune is an uplifting, high-energy track perfect for boosting your mood and getting fired up in the morning.
Songs that boost your mood in the morning (41–50)
Revival feat. asmiwacci
A collaboration between wacci and asmi, this track features exhilarating sounds and warm vocals.
Released in May 2023 as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi Doyoubi,” it’s a heartfelt cheer for those taking a new step forward, giving courage to use past experiences as fuel for the future.
Perfect for blowing away the morning blues and starting your day on a bright note.
The harmony in the chorus is guaranteed to make your heart race.
Whether it’s a sluggish morning or one filled with nerves before something important, turn this song on, lift your spirits, and go for it!
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.
In conclusion
I introduced some songs that boost your mood in the morning—did they help blow away the blues? Mornings are tough for everyone.
Try using the power of music to lift your spirits so you can get through the day with more energy.
If you start your day on a high note, you’re sure to have a fun day!