An uplifting song to support job-hunting students. A track you’ll want to listen to when you’re about to give it your all.
During your job hunt, do you ever feel discouraged when results don’t come, or feel like you’re being crushed by nerves before an interview? In moments like those, what supports your heart are motivational songs that give you a gentle push.
In this article, we’ve gathered the perfect tracks for anyone working hard on their job search.
Whether you want to fire yourself up during your morning commute, encourage yourself after a selection process, or find the courage to take a new step forward—there are job-hunting songs that will stand by you in all kinds of moments! Find the one that fits you best!
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Cheering songs that support job-hunting students. Songs you want to listen to when you’re about to give it your all (101–110)
A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
It was released in 2007 as FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ fifth single.
The song was used as an insert track in the film “Bokutachi to Chūzaisan no 700 Nichi Sensō” (The 700 Days’ War: Our Youth).
It delivers a straightforward and powerful message that even without anything else, having a little courage can make you strong.
It also sings about the importance of not giving up, with lyrics that anyone can relate to.
Unshown tears will surely, somedayGReeeeN
GReeeeN’s 15th single, “Misenai Namida wa, Kitto Itsuka,” released in 2012.
This song is captivating for its lyrics that stand by those who are struggling or emotionally exhausted.
If you’re considering changing jobs, you’re likely dealing with many worries and feeling worn out both mentally and physically.
This is a gentle, quintessentially GReeeeN track that seeps into the heart and gives you a supportive push forward.
It’s a song that will make you feel as if all your efforts up to now have finally been rewarded.
Rising HopeLiSA
For those who are unsure about changing jobs and keep going around in circles thinking, “What should I do?” without finding an answer—this happens, and I get it.
For anyone in that spot, I recommend LiSA’s song “Rising Hope,” a track that cleanly cuts through the negativity and helps you move forward.
Released as a single in 2014, it was also the opening theme for the anime The Irregular at Magic High School.
Its direct, hard-hitting message—and LiSA’s vocals—will surely give you the strength to take the next step.
Dream FighterPerfume
There are probably many people who feel their current job isn’t a good fit and are thinking about changing careers, yet are overwhelmed by anxiety about whether they can make the switch successfully.
For those people, I highly recommend “Dream Fighter” by Perfume.
Released in 2008 as Perfume’s eighth single, this song is an uplifting anthem that cheers on those who are doing their best, giving you a firm push forward.
If you’re feeling muddled and can’t quite put your feelings into words, listening to this track might just ease your mind.
job hunting for a career changeSAWA
DTM singer-songwriter SAWA’s title is, quite literally, “Job Hunting.” The song is the lead track from the album of the same name released in 2020.
It feels as if it speaks for those who joined a company full of hope only to find it wasn’t the workplace or job they imagined and now want to switch jobs.
Everyone has their share of worries at work, big or small, but the lyrics make you think, “This is a bit much…” Even so, there are surely people actually living that kind of life.
It’s a song that helps you cut ties cleanly and take the next step forward.
A cheer song to support job-hunting students. Songs you want to listen to when you’re about to give it your all (111–120)
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
Sazanka by SEKAI NO OWARI, released in 2018.
The song was used as NHK’s theme for the PyeongChang Olympics and Paralympics that year.
It’s a cheer song for athletes who must deliver the fruits of their hard work at the decisive moment in their quest for medals, but it’s not just for athletes—it’s for anyone giving their all every day or trying to take on a new challenge.
If you’re thinking about changing jobs, its gentle yet piercing lyrics will surely give you courage.
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
Released in 2013 as SEKAI NO OWARI’s fourth major-label single.
The song was used as the theme for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-Class Gourmet Survival!! and reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was also featured in Recruit’s Rikunabi 2017 “Brass Band” TV commercial, and is a song that gives you the strength to face forward and keep trying.