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 Hype You Up Just by Listening – Recommended Tracks. From Classics to New Releases (101–110)
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that captures the cool freshness of summer and the sparkle of youth.
Released in August 2018 as the theme song for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi.” It’s a fast-paced rock number featuring tight guitar riffs and a catchy melody.
Rather than waiting for a story to unfold like in a movie, it carries an uplifting message that we should take the lead and weave our own tale.
It’s a refreshing track perfect for when you’re feeling down or struggling with the summer heat.
SEE OFFBRAHMAN
A four-piece mixture band, BRAHMAN, that has continued to lead Japan’s loud rock scene with a distinctive style fusing a fast, energetic melodic hardcore sound and elements of folk music.
This track, included on their third album “A MAN OF THE WORLD,” has also become a staple as a cheer song for high school baseball.
Its oriental-tinged melody riding on aggressive guitar work is bound to lift your spirits without a second thought.
It’s a rock tune that blends exhilarating freshness with a touch of melancholy—one that makes you want to throw your fist in the air along with the chorus.
Answer keyŌmori Motoki
This is a solo song by Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, and as expected, it features a lot of high notes.
The range is G#3 to B4, so it might be easier for women to sing.
One amazing thing about Omori is that he switches between chest voice and falsetto much more frequently than other artists, but for this song, keeping your eyebrows raised while singing helps make the transitions smoother.
My students often say, “Omori’s eyebrows are always up!” so please use that as a reference.
Also, since the phrases in this song are relatively long, I recommend deciding your breath points before you sing.
If you don’t have enough breath, your voice may drop out in the falsetto sections, so be sure to focus on diaphragmatic breathing.
It’s challenging, but it’s a cute song, so once you get used to it, try singing it in a cheerful, bouncy mood!
Talking Box (Dirty Pop Remix)WurtS
Starting in 2020, singer-songwriter WurtS began releasing music on social media, self-producing everything from the songs to the artwork.
His 6th digital single, “Talking Box (Dirty Pop Remix),” which drew attention for remixing one of his own hit tunes, amps up the sense of speed with a newly added rap section in the chorus.
The melodious yet thrilling arrangement is sure to crank up your morning energy.
Addictive and endlessly re-listenable, it’s a perfect track to soundtrack your commute to work or school.
Go for it!!Urufuruzu
When it comes to songs that pump you up, you can’t leave this one out, right? This hit by Ulfuls—one of their signature tracks—“Guts da ze!!” was released in 1995 and has been a beloved classic ever since.
The fun music video is another element that boosts the excitement.
It’s the kind of song you can’t help but hum along to when it comes on, and if someone sings it at karaoke, everyone ends up joining in.
It’s a number I’d love for you to listen to when you’re just not feeling it.
Songs that instantly boost your mood just by listening – recommended tracks from classics to new releases (111–120)
Limit-Break x SurvivorHikawa Kiyoshi
This song is Hikawa Kiyoshi, a star in the enka world, taking on rock.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Dragon Ball Super.
Many listeners were probably surprised by the totally different vibe from his usual songs.
Kiyoshi’s rock side—something you don’t see in enka—delivers a stunning performance powered by the vocal prowess he honed in enka.
The guitar sound matches his voice perfectly, too!
Zankyo SankaAimer
Released in 2022 as a double A-side single alongside “Asa ga Kuru,” this track was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc.
The dazzling piano and horns in the intro instantly draw you into the song’s world, while the smoky vocals that shine in the midrange and the driving, powerful melody exude a sizzling vitality, stoking pure exhilaration.
No matter how low your spirits are, listening to this song is sure to lift your mood!
