For a Fresh Start! Songs that accompany new beginnings
A new season, a new company or school, your first project, love and relationships—no matter the situation, there’s always a “first time.”
Here, we’re introducing start songs that celebrate those kinds of “beginnings.”
First times make your heart race and raise your expectations, but they also come with worries, don’t they?
We’ve selected tracks that support your fresh start while staying close to those mixed feelings.
Give them a listen and let them boost your spirits.
We’re cheering on your new beginning!
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[For a Fresh Start!] Songs That Support New Beginnings (71–80)
Biri-BiriYOASOBI
A single that paints a colorful world and rich emotions under the theme of encounters and adventure.
Released in November 2023 as an inspiration song for the game “Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.” It carries a positive message about the journey to find one’s own treasure, the courage to face hardships, and keeping your head up to “get” the future.
This work is perfect for those who want to take on something new or seek excitement in their daily lives.
With YOASOBI’s distinctive worldview and message, the song invites listeners to adventure and stirs a wide range of emotions.
sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s a fast-paced song by BUMP OF CHICKEN that seems to depict pressing on with an adventure toward new horizons.
Since it was chosen as the theme song for the film “ONE PIECE THE MOVIE: Dead End no Bōken (The Cursed Holy Sword)”, it strongly conveys the joy of adventure.
The track carries a powerful message that encourages you to overcome various hardships and move forward, and it radiates a bright hope that teaches you to believe in yourself and keep going.
Bye-bye, thank you.BUMP OF CHICKEN
This song portrays the feelings of stepping into a new environment.
It was included as the B-side to BUMP OF CHICKEN’s third single “Tentai Kansoku,” released in March 2001.
With a warm melody and lyrics, it expresses the protagonist’s blend of excitement and anxiety about the new life starting tomorrow.
It’s also featured on the album “present from you,” so be sure to check it out.
This is the perfect track for anyone feeling uncertain about the path ahead—whether you’re moving or starting a new job.
It will surely give you a gentle push forward.
[For a fresh start!] Songs that accompany new beginnings (81–90)
B-THE ONESPYAIR
A powerful track by SPYAIR that seems to depict someone who keeps fighting toward their goal.
Written as the official theme song for B.LEAGUE 2018–19, it was crafted with the electric atmosphere of a basketball arena in mind.
The heavy, resonant sound—evocative of the venue’s vibrations—leaves a strong impression and feels like it stirs the courage to carve out the future.
It’s a song that can empower not only in sports settings but also in moving forward through life.
MasterpieceSCANDAL
A powerful rock track that cheers you on as you take on new challenges.
It’s the first single SCANDAL released on their own label, “her.” Filled with courage and hope to carve out your own path, it’s perfect for the fresh starts of spring.
The CD was released in March 2019, and the song was also used in a Fashion World Nishimura commercial.
Highly recommended for anyone diving into a new environment or striving toward their dreams.
Feel SCANDAL’s momentum and positive energy—and take your next step forward.
Rock never dies22/7
It’s a rock number that makes you want to bob your shoulders along and fills you with energy.
It’s a song by the idol group 22/7, released in January 2025.
Also serving as the ending theme for the anime “The Unfortunate Job: Appraiser Was Actually the Strongest,” the track features an energetic sound and a catchy melody line.
Just following the sound seems to make the haze clouding your heart disappear.
The message—“If you believe in yourself, you can change the future”—is really wonderful, too.
Highly recommended when you want to switch your mood.
HelloAee! group
You’ll be captivated by the exhilarating, fast-paced melody.
Aぇ! groupが歌うこの楽曲は、2025年2月リリース予定のファーストアルバム「D.N.A」のリード曲です。
It’s an impressive rock number featuring an expansive sound woven by strings and guitar.
With a powerful message that helps you rediscover the important things we tend to lose sight of in everyday life—and gives you the courage to take a new step forward—it’s a song that can energize you to face ahead when you’re feeling down.