Wake-Up Song Rankings [2026]

with a gentle heartSuperfly51rank/position

Superfly “With a Gentle Heart” Music Video

Superfly’s “Yasashii Kimochi de” was the 2009 theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV.” It was extremely popular, and later was also chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Kagayaki YELL!,” making it a track that has maintained unwavering popularity.

My first kissHi-STANDARD52rank/position

Hi-STANDARD × Korosuke My First Kiss Hajimete no Chuu

This is Hi-STANDARD’s punk-style cover of Anshin Papa’s classic song “Hajimete no Chu.” Its irresistibly cool sound will give you chills.

If you play this track in the morning to shake off your sleepiness, it’s sure to wake you right up.

Lush Life!clammbon53rank/position

clammbon「Lush Life!」Music Video

It has a vibe that could become addictive, filled with the excitement and comfort that evoke the start of a day.

The interplay between the bass and piano, and the rhythm and melody, make you feel like you can’t help but skip along.

I think it’s perfect as a wake-up song, so why not try listening to it in the morning?

Irie Got ~A Poem of Thanks~Def Tech54rank/position

03 Irie Got ~Poem of Thanks~ – Def Tech [With Lyrics]

Irie Got ~Arigatou no Uta~ sung by the two members of Def Tech was a project to create a “Thank You Song” for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV.

The two traveled around the country searching through letters sent in from all over Japan and crafted lyrics that matched them.

cutting line40mP55rank/position

[GUMI (40mP)] Kiritorisen [Original]

After a breakup, even getting out of bed in the morning can feel unbearable, right? If you’re determined to cut ties with lingering feelings, I highly recommend this song.

It’s by 40mP, a Vocaloid producer who has been at the forefront of the scene for many years, and it was released in 2011.

It’s a poignant breakup song about cutting out and throwing away your thoughts for an ex, yet somehow, thanks to its tone, you don’t feel sad when it ends.

It’s perfect for when you want to reset your feelings.

Let this song give you a boost.

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Araki Jakkan

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Oni KYOKANjīzasu P56rank/position

[Kagamine Rin/Len] Oni KYOKAN [Original MV] / Demon SYMPATHY

A high-energy, uplifting piece that powerfully belts out: “Just fight, no matter what!” It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Jesus-P, who is also active as a member of the music circle WONDERFUL★OPPORTUNITY!, released in 2014.

True to its title, the song features a drill-sergeant-like instructor teaching you how to survive life.

The relentlessly energetic sound fires up both the listener’s ears and spirit.

It’s a super positive number, perfect for blasting away morning drowsiness and lack of motivation.

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Araki Jakkan

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Oh!!!! Annoying!!!!GReeeeN57rank/position

GReeeeN – OH!!!! Annoying!!!!

The fast tempo will wake you up.

It includes parody elements of Unicorn’s “Dai Meiwaku,” and it’s fun to listen to them together.

As it heads toward the ending, it modulates, which is startling in a good way.

Recommended when you want to boost your mood in the morning with a fun smile.

RUNtofubeats58rank/position

tofubeats -「RUN」

There must be many people who want to start their morning in style by listening to stylish music.

For a fashion-forward listener like you, try this track by tofubeats.

Its short, on-trend structure popular overseas, the sleek music video, and the exhilarating, fast-paced beat make it perfect for the morning.

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Saitō Ayumu

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KekekeYoshizawa Kayoko59rank/position

Kayoko Yoshizawa “Kekeke” MV

A track included on the second mini-album “Maboroshi Club,” released on October 22, 2014.

Mornings are when we typically take care of unwanted hair before heading to school or work, right? Put on this song at such times and experience a refreshing morning while getting into the mindset of the unwanted hair.

Wake Me Up!SPEED60rank/position

SPEED – WAKE ME UP

When it comes to morning greeting songs, this is the only one that comes to mind! It’s quite an old song, but SPEED at that time was so cool and so cute…

All the members were in elementary to junior high school back then, making it a very youthful group.

After they became adults, SPEED’s vocal skills improved dramatically, and each member’s accumulated life experience really shines through—it’s wonderful.