Songs that make you feel positive when you listen. Top recommended cheer and positive tracks.
When you’re not getting the results you hoped for despite your efforts, or when changes in relationships or your environment leave you with all kinds of worries, it’s only natural to feel discouraged and down.
At times like these, many people probably think, “I want to switch my mindset!”
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that will lift your spirits.
We’ve gathered a variety of positive tracks—from anthems filled with uplifting messages to songs whose atmosphere alone can offer encouragement.
Each song is sure to give you strength!
Let’s listen to some wonderful music and face forward without pushing ourselves too hard.
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Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS
A four-piece rock band, RADWIMPS continues to showcase their wide-ranging musical talents, from hook-filled rock sounds to film scores.
This track, featured on the soundtrack of the animated film Weathering with You, has an emotional ensemble highlighted by a striking piano.
Its message—asking what one can do for someone else—conveys an unwavering strength of will, even as the scenery changes.
It’s a song that stays close to your heart when you’re feeling down, gently lifting your spirits and helping you look forward.
Missing youMY FIRST STORY
Known by the abbreviation “Myfas,” MY FIRST STORY is a rock band expanding its fan base with overwhelming vocal prowess and a heavy rock sound.
“Missing You,” included on their 4th album ANTITHESE, builds anticipation from the start with a driving beat and a powerful guitar intro.
The lyrics, which portray feelings and resolve toward someone precious, are likely to be a great support for those trying to overcome sorrow and hardship.
It’s a rock tune whose emotionally charged vocals shake the heart and, just by listening, give you courage.
The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster
This one is a must for a feel-good anthem! It’s Little Glee Monster’s “Sekai wa Anata ni Waraikakete Iru” (“The World Is Smiling at You”).
Released in August 2018 as their 12th single, it was also selected as Coca-Cola’s annual image song for 2018.
The fresh, sparkling rhythm and the group’s rich choral work feel so good to listen to.
With its positive message that if you smile as yourself, the world will smile back, this track is truly a vitamin for the heart.
It’s an upbeat number that makes your body want to move just by listening, making it perfect for your morning run or walk! The powerhouse sound—winner of the Composition Award at the 60th Japan Record Awards in 2018—will blow away a gloomy mood and recharge you for tomorrow.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
This is one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature songs, released in 2005, and its gentle yet powerful sound has supported many people.
It’s a cheer song for those who are doing their best; when you listen to it at times when failure makes you feel like breaking, it’s the kind of song that fills you with strength.
Take in the message sung by vocalist Miwa Yoshida, and let it give you the energy to keep doing your best from tomorrow onward.
room for growthCreepy Nuts
Nobishiro, which became a hot topic as Creepy Nuts’ first song to surpass 100 million total streams, was created to mark the duo reaching the milestone age of 30.
It’s a laid-back, positive tune that makes you feel like, “Hey, maybe it’s okay to take it easy for a bit.” When we push ourselves too hard, things often backfire, but if we dodge the unpleasant stuff and go with the flow, we might be surprised at how smoothly things can actually go.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
A song performed by the idol group SMAP.
It’s also well known for being written and composed by Noriyuki Makihara.
As the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Boku no Ikiru Michi” (The Way I Live), it spread nationwide and became recognized as one of SMAP’s signature tracks.
The lyrics, adapted from Buddhist teachings, are very profound and contain many phrases that naturally resonate with listeners.
It’s a song that makes you realize that everyone has something good within them.
Positive screamKanjani∞
Kanjani Eight have lots of positive songs that really lift you up! This track, “Maemuki Scream!” even has the word “positive” right in the title, so it’s a foolproof feel-good anthem.
Released in 2015 as Kanjani Eight’s 33rd single, it’s well-known for being featured in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Oronamin C commercials.
With an ultra-poppy melody and energetic call-and-response parts, this song is sure to boost any listener’s mood!
