Songs that hype you up just by listening—recommended tracks from timeless classics to the latest releases
On your commute to work or school, when you just can’t get motivated, or when you want to hype things up at karaoke—there are plenty of moments in daily life when you need songs that lift your spirits!
From tracks by popular bands with sharp, standout guitar sounds to buzzworthy J-pop and tunes by beloved singer-songwriters, this article is packed with recommendations that will boost your mood.
Whether it’s high-energy, fast-paced songs, tracks with heavy, powerful soundscapes, or lyrics that fire you up, we’ve got everything from timeless classics to the latest hits.
They’re all perfect for raising your excitement, so be sure to use this as a reference!
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Songs that instantly lift your mood — recommended tracks from timeless classics to the latest releases (91–100)
Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai
A song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai characterized by a sound drenched in summer light.
Its refreshing lyrics and lively melody capture listeners’ hearts.
Written as the theme song for Fuji TV’s July 2023 drama “Midsummer Cinderella,” it was released digitally in August 2023.
The lyrics depict a romance that begins with a chance encounter, expressing the bittersweet feeling of summer drawing to a close and the unspoken words “I like you.” It’s a perfect track to boost your mood on your commute to work or school.
The crisp vocals and catchy melody are sure to lift your spirits.
Get Off Of My WayMAN WITH A MISSION
This song, “Get Off Of My Way,” well-known from MAN WITH’s live shows, always gets the crowd going.
The chorus dance is a blast, making live concerts and festivals light up, and Jean-Ken Johnny’s signature live shout of “Kakatte koi ya!” cranks the hype to the max.
Of course, even without that, it’s a must-listen track that’s guaranteed to get you pumped.
ROCKET DIVEhide with Spread Beaver
You can feel the excitement climbing right from the intro—’ROCKET DIVE’ just keeps lifting you higher.
It’s a solo work released in 1998 by hide from X JAPAN, and the first single under hide with Spread Beaver.
I especially recommend it to anyone feeling gloomy because every day seems the same and nothing fun ever happens.
The melody is great, but the lyrics are the real star: they’re uplifting, like a pat on the back cheering you on—a track that boosts your spirits.
single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu
It’s their fourth single, released in 2021.
It served as the theme song for the anime film Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie and was written specifically for the film.
Starting with a choppy, cutting guitar riff, it’s a raw, exhilarating rock tune that charges straight ahead.
The lyrics even incorporate lines from the original characters, showing a straightforward respect for the source material, and both the words and the sound are nothing short of cool from start to finish.
Once you hear this track, there’s nothing to do but crank up your excitement!
sparkleFuji Kaze
Fujii Kaze, a singer-songwriter who’s a bundle of talent and understandably influenced by a wide range of music from jazz and classical to pop, kayōkyoku, and enka, released this as his eighth digital-only single.
Written specifically for Honda’s VEZEL commercial, it’s an electronic dance-pop track built around a four-on-the-floor beat.
Its light, refreshing vibe brightens a clouded mind! It’s perfect for lifting your spirits when you’re feeling down, and it’ll boost the energy when you sing it at karaoke, too.
Shut up.Ado
For those feeling stressed from daily busyness or interpersonal relationships, I really want you to keep this song by your side: “Usseewa.” This is the debut track by the high school singer Ado, and it became a hot topic for her vocal prowess and the refreshing feeling you get after listening.
It kicks off with an ominous intro, followed right away by hard-hitting lyrics.
Living in a stress-filled society, I’m sure many of you are singing these lyrics from the bottom of your heart (lol).
It’s a satisfying number packed with straightforward, venom-laced words that feel like a cry from the heart.
PRESENT (Japanese ver.)Mrs. GREEN APPLE
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GREEN APPLE has many songs packed with elements that lift your spirits, featuring sparkling, effervescent melodies.
“PRESENT,” included on their 2020 album ‘5,’ comes in two versions: one in English and one in Japanese.
When we hear the word “present,” we often think of a physical gift given for a birthday or the like, but in this song, the present is not a thing—it’s a formless gift.
With a driving sense of speed and soaring vocals that raise your excitement, it’s a song whose positive lyrics give you a gentle push forward.