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 boost your mood just by listening—recommended tracks from classics to new releases (121–130)
OH！SHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a girls’ band that’s a perfect fit for sweet-and-sour themes like youth and love.
Their song “OH!” is poppy and cute in a way that’s so them, yet it’s refreshing and perfect for pumping you up.
Once you hear it, it sticks in your head, and you’ll find yourself humming along—especially to the chorus.
The feel-good music video was apparently filmed on the rooftop of their alma mater.
A-RA-SHIarashi
This song was Arashi’s debut single, released in 1999, and it was used as the image song for Fuji TV’s Volleyball World Cup 1999.
Just hearing the intro makes you itch to sing along, right? It starts with a pleasantly light, catchy beat and dives into the chorus.
And above all, the heavy guitar solo in the interlude is guaranteed to get you hyped.
It’s a great pick to brighten the start of your day on those mornings when you’re not feeling very energetic on your commute to work or school.
SILVERRIZE
RIZE’s fiery performance shakes the soul with its ferocious sound and powerful playing! Anchored by a heavy drum beat and razor-sharp guitar riffs, it crafts a unique world where strength and tenderness intertwine.
Packed with explosive energy and a strong message of unwavering conviction, this track was released in March 2017 and was used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Gintama.
Also included on the album THUNDERBOLT: The Thunderbolt Returns, this song is sure to resonate as an anthem that gives you a strong push forward when you want to face hardships and keep moving ahead.
STARSw.o.d.
The three-piece rock band w.o.d., which has achieved results in various contests and auditions since their amateur days and made their debut in 2018.
Their first single “STARS,” used as the opening theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, sticks in your ears with an opening that starts from a striking guitar riff.
The hysteric rock sound and catchy melody seem like a perfect fit for the anime’s dark themes.
It’s a powerful rock tune whose gritty vocals will get your adrenaline pumping.
Songs That Instantly Lift Your Mood: Recommended Tracks from Classics to New Releases (131–140)
Step by StepTOMORROW X TOGETHER
A track where a light, lively beat and airy melodies resonate pleasantly.
It’s a TOMORROW X TOGETHER song released in May 2025, written and composed by the singer-songwriter Eve.
Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program Mezamashi Doyoubi.
The lyrics poetically express “one step at a time,” gently accompanying everyday life while evoking the sensation of traveling through an unreal dream.
The progression from the falsetto-led intro into the low-register rap part is irresistible.
A perfect song for those who want to start their morning feeling fresh.
Rock this Partytimelesz
A powerful dance tune that races along with exhilarating beats and a catchy melody.
Released in February 2025 to commemorate timelesz’s new beginning, the song features lyrics crafted by Fuma Kikuchi, Shori Sato, and So Matsushima, vividly expressing the importance of never giving up on your dreams and the joy of walking forward with your friends.
The heart-thumping party sound and the members’ soaring vocals blend beautifully, creating a track that gently gives listeners a push forward.
Perfect for when you want to boost your motivation!
Flowing voicemei-chan
An exhilarating uptempo track sung by Mei-chan, a singer who’s also active as a member of the YouTuber group Niku Chomolungma.
As the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Our School Broadcast,” it’s a sparkling tune that perfectly embodies youth.
The androgynous high-tone vocals are soothing, and it feels like they could carry a refreshing breeze even on a slightly gloomy morning.
Also note the delightful instrumental break that fizzes like carbonated bubbles.
It’s a song that blows away the haze and makes you want to dash out the door.
