Workstyle reform! Subtle BGM perfect for the office
Many offices and stores have used wired broadcasts or FM radio as workplace BGM, but we often heard concerns such as, “It’s paid, so it’s hard to take the plunge,” “The announcer’s MC pops in and becomes distracting,” or “The ads are annoying.”
Among these, the most common issue was, “Songs with Japanese vocals draw our attention away.”
In this article, for those who are considering “creating a workplace where employees can focus better as part of workstyle reform” and “building a store environment where customers can relax,” we propose YouTube live-streaming channels focused on Western music.
Please give them a try as a reference!
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- [Work from Home] Music to Boost Productivity
- [Western Music] Recommended songs for hair salon in-store BGM. Stylish popular tracks
- Songs that hype you up in the morning
- Boost your focus with background music for work! Popular and recommended tracks for jobs and exam study.
- BGM at DisneySea: A list of the music and theme songs played in the park
- [Emotional BGM] Carefully selected masterpieces and popular tracks recommended for work and study!
- [For Work] Uplifting BGM: A collection of tracks that boost your productivity
- Relaxing BGM. Music that calms the mind.
- Updated daily! Today's recommended BGM feature
- Now karaoke isn’t scary! Easy-to-sing songs recommended for the Yutori generation
Work Style Reform! Subtle BGM Perfect for the Office (71–80)
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
Speaking of BUMP OF CHICKEN’s classic that was re-recorded in 2022, it’s “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing).
Originally released as a single in 2001, it was featured as an insert song in the Kansai TV/Fuji TV drama “Tentai Kansoku” and reached No.
3 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
It’s the track that really brought BUMP OF CHICKEN into the spotlight.
For those who were in their youth back in 2001, it’s a nostalgic song—why not work from home while listening to “Tentai Kansoku” and basking in that nostalgia?
Just the Way You AreBruno Mars
If you’re recommending something for a work-from-home fan of Western pop, Bruno Mars’s “Just the Way You Are” is a great pick.
Released as a single in 2010, it was a smash hit that topped both the US and UK charts.
It also won Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
The track is a danceable tune with a memorable piano phrase, and since the overall energy doesn’t fluctuate much, it’s perfect as background music while working.
Private SundayCASIOPEA
This is a track by CASIOPEA, one of Japan’s leading fusion bands.
It’s included on their 1991 album “FULL COLORS.” The song features a sophisticated sound that blends elements of smooth jazz and jazz-funk.
The exceptional musicianship of all members shines through, including Issei Noro’s guitar and Minoru Mukaiya’s keyboards.
As the title suggests, it’s perfect for a laid-back Sunday morning.
If you’re a morning person, try getting up early and playing this track while you work.
It might also be an effective choice when you want to boost your focus or simply relax.
SalamanderELLEGARDEN
If you find your focus slipping while working from home, try listening to ELLEGARDEN’s 2006 single “Salamander.” Despite being released independently, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Singles Chart and set the record for the highest first-week sales by an indie single.
Its tight, driving rock sound will snap you back into gear—give it a listen!
Shape of YouEd Sheeran
Ed Sheeran’s smash-hit single from 2017 is “Shape of You.” Released as the lead single from his album ÷ the same year, it topped music charts around the world and won Best Pop Solo Performance at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.
“Shape of You” uses a technique called looping, which repeats the same rhythmic pattern; it makes it easy to find a steady work pace, so it’s great as background music for tasks.
FiestaH ZETTRIO
A piano trio by H ZETTRIO—piano, acoustic bass, and drums—whose theme is “music that makes both adults and kids smile and dance.” It’s a stylish number with catchy piano phrases and a danceable beat that lifts your spirits.
At the same time, despite its lively rhythm, it carries a certain calm atmosphere, making it perfect as BGM for remote work.
It colors your personal space, boosts productivity, and—as the title suggests—gives you a festive feeling.
YummyJustin Bieber
If Japanese lyrics make you focus on the meaning and you can’t concentrate, how about Western music? Justin Bieber’s single “Yummy,” released in 2020, might be a good pick.
It’s also included on his album “Changes,” released the same year.
The single reached No.
2 on the U.S.
charts and No.
5 on the U.K.
charts.
The track has an overall cool, mellow sound, making it perfect as background music while you work.
Give it a listen during your remote work!