Kenshi Yonezu Cheer Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
Kenshi Yonezu started his career as a Vocaloid producer, and now, in addition to working as a singer-songwriter, he actively writes songs for other artists as well.
He’s a hugely popular artist leading the J-pop scene!
His songs have a unique charm—often called the “Yonezu touch”—and many of them carry wonderful messages in their lyrics.
In this article, we’ll introduce a ranking of his tracks that are beloved as cheer-up/encouragement songs.
From Paprika onward, they’re all filled with heartwarming encouragement.
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Kenshi Yonezu Cheer Songs and Popular Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi8rank/position
Singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, a commanding force in the music scene, released his digital single “BOW AND ARROW” in January 2025—an empowering anthem that gives a strong push to teenagers pursuing their dreams.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime Medalist, the track links passion for figure skating with sound, conveying a determined drive to shoot straight toward one’s goals like an arrow loosed from a bow.
UnbelieversYonezu Kenshi9rank/position
An anthem sung with that typically sardonic Kenshi Yonezu turn of phrase—calling those who don’t believe in tragic endings “Unbelievers.” It’s such a well-crafted song that, in another era, it wouldn’t be surprising if it had sold a million copies; before you know it, just listening pushes you forward.
globeYonezu Kenshi10rank/position
The song by Kenshi Yonezu that Hayao Miyazaki requested as the theme for the feature-length animated film The Boy and the Heron.
It’s a heartwarming work that delicately portrays the journey of life—from birth, through joy, sorrow, and farewells—while continuing to move forward.
The track was released for streaming in July 2023 and drew major attention as Yonezu’s milestone 100th song.
It’s a recommended piece for times when you feel anxious or lonely, or when you want to encourage someone facing illness or adversity.
Its richly expressive vocals are sure to bring comfort to your heart.
Kenshi Yonezu Cheer Songs and Popular Song Ranking [2026] (11–20)
Bye, see you again sometime!Yonezu Kenshi11rank/position
Written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Tora ni Tsubasa,” this piece has drawn attention for its unexpected collaboration between Kenshi Yonezu and an asadora.
Its passionate lyrics, which resonate with the protagonist’s struggles in the legal world, are particularly compelling.
It beautifully captures the emotions that waver between parting and reunion, endings and beginnings.
When you find yourself at a crossroads in life, this song might give you a push forward.
It’s likely to become a classic that gives you the courage to overcome anxiety about a new path and the pain of farewell, transforming them into a new source of strength.
LemonYonezu Kenshi12rank/position
When you think of Kenshi Yonezu, the massive hit Lemon comes to mind.
This song was the theme for the drama Unnatural, starring Satomi Ishihara.
Not only the theme song but the drama itself was a hit, too.
The lyrics are a bit heavy and painful, linking to the drama’s themes, and you can feel that piercing ache as you listen.
Yet it’s precisely because of experiencing that pain that the song makes you believe it can become a source of strength from here on out.
There are things you can understand only because you’ve been to rock bottom, aren’t there?
FlowerwallYonezu Kenshi13rank/position
Kenshi Yonezu is beloved not only by young people but by a wide range of listeners.
While many of his songs feature lyrics that speak heavily to the heart, this particular track is very warm—listening to it gently lifts your spirits.
It makes you realize that life can change depending on whether you view the wall standing before you as a hardship or in a positive light; it’s a song that gives you the strength to keep going.
canaryYonezu Kenshi14rank/position
Among those who are struggling with feelings like “it’s hard” or “I want to die,” there are likely many whose lives were upended by COVID or who can no longer see someone important to them.
For times like that, I want you to listen to this song, Canary.
Released in 2020 by Kenshi Yonezu, its music video was directed by film director Hirokazu Kore-eda, known for works like Shoplifters.
Please listen to this song along with its music video.
It captures the present reality of people in pain and offers them a hand to lift them up.
