[For those doing their best] A collection of motivational cheer songs
I want to give it my all, but somehow I just can’t get motivated…
I’m sure everyone has felt that way at some point.
If you’re a music lover, moments like these might make you want to listen to some pump-up songs and think, “I’m ready to push a little harder.”
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of Japanese songs that will boost your motivation—tracks we’d love for you to hear.
Listen to the songs we’re about to share, and you’ll feel your energy steadily rising!
Don’t overdo it—let’s move forward with the power of music by your side!
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[For those giving it your all] A collection of motivational cheer songs (141–150)
AgainWANIMA
A rock tune by WANIMA that sings of a strong will to move forward again while overcoming setbacks and failures.
It captures the realization that past experiences shape who we are now, and the determination to take a new step with the courage to stand up again and again.
Released in March 2019 on their 4th single “Good Job!!,” the song also drew attention as the theme for the TBS drama “Maison de Police.” It’s a motivational anthem that gently supports not only athletes but everyone striving toward their dreams and goals.
premonitionSUPER BEAVER
This is a song that gently gives you a push when you want to cherish your true self.
Released in November 2018, it was also loved by many as the theme song for the drama “We Are Made of Miracles,” starring Issey Takahashi.
Its straightforward message—affirming your authentic self and inspiring belief in bright signs for the future—resonates over a refreshing rock sound.
Brimming with the band’s confidence right after their successful performance at the Nippon Budokan, it’s a powerful anthem that feels like it could attract good fortune just by listening.
Give it a try when you’re ready to take a new step forward!
Extraordinary day&TEAM
This song was written as the theme for TBS’s 2025 Beppu Oita Mainichi Marathon.
With its rhythmic tempo and light, breezy melody, it gives listeners the urge to start running.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of bonds with friends and believing in yourself, encouraging not only marathon runners but anyone facing daily challenges.
In 2024, &TEAM released four works as part of their Spring-Summer-Autumn-Winter series, and their second album, Yukiakari, topped various charts.
This track is also recommended for those working hard toward exams, careers, or their dreams.
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki
This song, one of Noriyuki Makihara’s signature tracks, is popular not only as a cheer-up anthem but also as a graduation and farewell song.
If you take time to read the lyrics, you’ll see that the protagonist appears to be someone who has left their hometown and is working hard in Tokyo to pursue their dreams.
I’m sure many working adults can relate to that situation.
For those people, when work gets tough, listening to this song will bring to mind the faces of loved ones back home—friends and family—and help them reset with a “One more push!” It’s a highly recommended track to keep you going.
Song of Victory ~The Strongest, Invincible Number One~ROF-MAO
A powerful cheer song from ROF-MAO packed with energetic rock sound and a fiery message! The members’ distinctive vocals shine, fusing with the passionate lyrics crafted by Sho Ayanokoji to awaken the courage to take on challenges and the faith in your friends.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “The Ultimate King’s Encyclopedia ~The Ultimate Tournament~,” airing from April 2025, and included on their 2nd mini-album “MOMENTUM,” this track drives straight into the hearts of those walking an invincible path.
Listen to it before a match or showdown, and your self-confidence and trust in your teammates will surge—no doubt about it! In crucial moments, it’s sure to become a bridge to victory.
GONGSixTONES
This is a high-energy anthem that charges toward victory, fusing powerful sound with fiery vocals.
Its positive message—“I don’t want to lose, I won’t give up”—carries a compelling force that only the six members of SixTONES can deliver.
Released in July 2024 and featured as an insert song for the Nippon TV drama ACMA:GAME, the track is marked by siren-like guitar riffs and a heavy beat.
Before an important match or decisive moment, and when gearing up to fight alongside your teammates, this song is sure to ignite anyone’s fighting spirit.
weedberii guddoman
A powerful cheer song by Beverly Goodman that supports everyone’s challenges toward their life dreams and goals.
The refreshing melodies woven by the Osaka-born trio and the sound that fuses J-pop with hip-hop leave a strong impression.
Its message-rich lyrics, which celebrate the process of hard work, give courage to hearts on the verge of giving up.
Released in August 2022, the song was also chosen as the theme for Asahi Broadcasting Radio’s “ABC Fresh Up Baseball” and featured in the Virtual High School Baseball spot video for the 104th National High School Baseball Championship.
It’s a track that gently yet powerfully pushes forward not only those striving in baseball, but everyone fighting to carve out their own path.