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[Workout BGM] A carefully selected playlist of music guaranteed to boost your motivation!

Music for strength training… If you’re a trainee or someone diligently lifting as part of a diet, you’re probably always aware of how important it is.

Especially for those who prefer workouts that rack up reps with lighter weights, music is practically essential, right?

So in this article, we’re showcasing a wide range of tracks you’ll want to listen to while training!

Not limited to famous hits, we’ve picked songs that boost your motivation during workouts and give you the power to push through the pain.

Be sure to read to the end!

[Workout BGM] Carefully selected music guaranteed to boost your motivation! (51–60)

I’ll tell you what you don’t know—listen up, SHOW.TOKONA-X

Tokona-X, the legendary rapper representing Aichi.

He passed away from heatstroke at age 26, but among heads he’s still spoken of as a legend.

His appeal lies in a composure that’s hard to believe for someone in their twenties, combined with fiery vibes.

His track “Shirazaa Itte Kikaserya SHOW” is a classic where you can feel those intense vibes the most.

Within Japanese rap it leans old-school, so the rhymes aren’t complex, but the lyrical message is very strong—highly recommended.

Perfect for training, too!

flying boatKing Gnu

King Gnu – Hikōtei (Seaplane)
flying boatKing Gnu

It’s a song that stays close to your heart and gives you a powerful push forward.

It opens with the line, “Don’t tremble in fear of nothing but what’s ‘right,’” urging the importance of breaking free from society’s restraints and living freely.

King Gnu’s signature, distinctive sound and Satoru Iguchi’s vocals enhance the song’s appeal.

Released in August 2019, it drew attention as an ANA commercial song, and its innovative drone-driven music video also turned heads.

It’s a perfect track for anyone about to take on a new challenge or hoping to reclaim their true self.

Listen to this piece, and you’re sure to feel your courage rising.

HIGHER EXBALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE

BALLISTIK BOYZ – ‘HIGHER EX’ Official Music Video
HIGHER EXBALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE

This track features an energetic beat and powerful vocals.

It carries a strong message of determination to keep moving toward your dreams and goals.

Released in May 2024 as the eighth single by BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE, it also served as the kickoff song for their live tour starting in April the same year.

As the first work created by the members themselves, their feelings come through directly.

Listen to it while working out and your motivation is sure to skyrocket! It’s a must-hear for anyone striving toward the future.

Barely a Heromihimaru GT

mihimaru GT – On-the-Edge HERO
Barely a Heromihimaru GT

This is a classic hit by mihimaru GT, the artist known for pioneering high-energy party dance tracks.

Its comfortable groove and gentle vocals lift your spirits, making it easy to imagine the heroic version of yourself waiting at the end of your strength training.

At the End of SorrowElefanto Kashimashi

Elephant Kashimashi – At the End of Sorrow [Official Video]
At the End of SorrowElefanto Kashimashi

Elephant Kashimashi have been active on the front lines with classic rock from the 1990s to the present.

Their song “Kanashimi no Hate” (At the End of Sorrow) is a classic released in 1996.

This single came after their contract with Epic/Sony ended and was released through Pony Canyon, making it a long-awaited work for fans after two years.

Although expectations were high, the song didn’t become a big hit at the time, but it gradually established itself as one of Elekashi’s most popular tracks.

It’s a very positive, message-driven song—highly recommended for trainees!