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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Songs that make you feel positive when you listen. Top recommended cheer and positive songs (51–60)
horizonback number
This song, Suiheisen (The Horizon), was surprise-released on YouTube in August 2020.
It’s a heartfelt message song dedicated to the Inter-High School Championships that were canceled, and to the high school students who worked so hard toward them.
It’s a moving, tear-jerking track that resonates not only with athletes, but with anyone who gives their all every day yet struggles to see results or feels down.
The song also makes you realize that everything has two sides—that opposites are two sides of the same coin.
If I sing to the skyamazarashi
This is amazarashi’s fourth single, released in 2017.
It was used as the theme song for the anime My Hero Academia.
With the tagline “The singing voice becomes light and draws lyrics in the sky,” the lyrics are striking for the courage they convey and their depiction of hope for the future.
As amazarashi’s contrasts and vocalist Hiromu Akita have described, it’s a world of blue skies after the rain has passed.
It really gives you the strength to live!
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN
When you’re in the middle of chasing your dreams, there are times when anxiety and loneliness gnaw at you and you feel like you might give up.
In those moments, try listening to “Michi” by GReeeeN.
The gently paced piano and tender melody will soothe a weary heart.
The lyrics encourage you, telling you that no matter how hard things get, you’ll be okay, and they’ll give you the courage to face the dream you were about to abandon once again.
Music, your ally, will be right by your side cheering you on.
EXCITEMiura Daichi
A song nominated for the 2017 Japan Record Awards—the year that marked Daichi Miura’s breakthrough.
It also became the theme song for the tokusatsu series Kamen Rider Ex-Aid, which Miura himself was fond of.
Beyond showcasing his highly technical dance, the powerful vocals and lyrics are inspiring.
You can feel a message about racing forward true to your pounding heart.
It seems to mirror Miura’s way of life—throwing himself into dance with total dedication—and it’s incredibly cool!
Songs that make you feel positive when you listen. Top recommended cheer and positive songs (61–70)
Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu
For anyone who feels they haven’t truly smiled from the heart lately, I recommend Yu Takahashi’s “Fukuwarai.” A smile doesn’t just express fun or amusement—it can also convey kindness and compassion to others.
This song teaches us that, and its gentle, airy melody naturally brings a smile to your face as you listen.
Even when you’re feeling down, making an effort to smile can lift your spirits in return.
So when times are tough, give this song a listen.
At the End of SorrowElefanto Kashimashi
A song whose searing, soul-sung vocals sink in and pierce deep into the heart.
Despite what the title might suggest, you can feel a strength and positivity that believes what lies at the very end is not despair.
The richly emotional band sound is also undeniably moving.
It’s a warm track that seems to tell you there’s no need to force yourself to be cheerful.
Everyone is free.Half time Old
A song by the rock band Half time Old, featured in au’s “Santaro Series” commercials.
Since it’s an arrangement of Scott Joplin’s “The Entertainer,” many listeners will likely find it familiar.
It’s a lively number with an encouraging message: don’t be bound by others’ definitions of success or failure—follow your own path.
