Power songs that fill you with energy just by listening. Recommended classics and popular tracks.

Sora-buneTOKIO

TOKIO Sorafune With Romaji lyric and Sub English

This is a soul-stirring rock number written and composed by singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima.

The lyrics, themed around the voyage called life, strikingly urge you not to be swept along by others but to carve out your future by your own will.

Released in August 2006, the song became widely known as the theme for the drama “My Boss My Hero” starring Tomoya Nagase.

Its indomitable message is sure to give a powerful push to anyone facing a wall.

When your heart is close to breaking, listening to it will give you the courage to stand up again—a true anthem of encouragement for life.

Critical HitRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – A Masterstroke [Official Music Video]

This song, included on RADWIMPS’ 2013 album “X to O to Tsumi to,” is a powerful rock number that captures the feelings of someone torn over a major life decision.

While grappling with anxiety and uncertainty about the future, it portrays the wavering yet determined resolve to follow one’s true feelings.

The lyrics also incorporate baseball-themed imagery, depicting a dramatic comeback from a seemingly hopeless situation that gives listeners a strong push forward.

It’s a track we hope those struggling in various situations—club activities, studies, friendships, and more—will listen to.

There may be times when you feel like giving up, but this song will surely give you the courage to stand up again.

No Limit feat. AK-69Kinashi Noritake

Noritake Kinashi “No Limit feat. AK-69” Music Video

This song expresses an attitude of pushing beyond one’s limits and continuing to take on challenges.

It was originally created as the theme song for the 2022 parasports event “BEYOND STADIUM 2022.” Released digitally in October 2024, it drew attention as the lead track from the album “Kinashi Soul.” Featuring AK-69, a heavyweight in Japan’s hip-hop scene, it delivers a powerful message.

It’s packed with Noritake Kinashi’s energetic and positive spirit that defies age.

Everyone is a heroAI

[au Song] Everyone’s a Hero / AI (Full Cover by Kobasolo & Ansako)

It’s a song by AI that was also used in a TV commercial.

From the very beginning, it’s the kind of song that lifts your spirits.

It sounds like a message saying that each of us is the protagonist of our own story, so we should live the way we like.

It’s also a song that makes you feel encouraged, reminding you that there are friends around you who will help you.

AMBTIOUS JAPANTOKIO

AMBITIOUS JAPAN!! TOKIO Tokaido Shinkansen in-train announcement

On the way back from a business trip from Kansai to Tokyo, hearing this song just before getting off at Shinagawa puts me at ease.

It makes me feel like, “I really gave it my all today.” And not only does it reassure me, it’s a refreshing, uplifting song that motivates me to say, “I’ll do my best tomorrow! I’ll do my best next week, too!”

Shake It OffTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – “Shake It Off” (with Japanese subtitles)

This is a song by Taylor Swift that became explosively popular in Japan.

Ever since I first listened to it, I didn’t understand the Japanese translation, but I thought it was a rhythmic, uplifting track.

When I watched the music video, I was able to see the translated lyrics, and it encouraged me all over again.

I feel like I can relate to the lyrics about living freely without worrying about how others see you.

Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya

Cheer Up – Mariya Takeuchi

Written and composed by Mariya Takeuchi, this is her self-cover of a song she originally provided to Hiroko Yakushimaru, included on the album “REQUEST.” It’s a song that encourages a friend after a heartbreak, sung gently as if speaking to oneself.

Please give it a listen when you’re going through a tough time or need a boost.