[Songs Portraying Strong Women] Positive Tracks to Listen to When You’re Feeling Discouraged
When you hear the phrase “a strong woman,” what kind of woman do you picture?
“A person with an inner core,” “someone who isn’t easily intimidated,” “someone who doesn’t dwell on the past”…
There are many ways to interpret what it means to be strong.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that portray strong women from a variety of perspectives.
If you’re thinking, “I want to move on from heartbreak,” “I want to follow the path I believe in,” “I want to be myself,” or “Who am I, really?”, please read to the end.
You’re sure to find your ideal image of a “strong woman.”
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[Songs Portraying Strong Women] Positive Tracks to Hear When You Feel Like Giving Up (11–20)
LookbookBoA
An energetic dance track themed around fashion lookbooks, filled with uplifting words to inspire confidence.
It features BoA’s powerful vocals and a catchy melody.
Released in December 2015, the song reached No.
16 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The music video generated buzz, including a one-hour takeover on a large screen in Shibuya.
Perfect for anyone who wants to shine as their true self or express who they are right now.
Listen to this track, and you’re sure to discover a new you.
Good -joshi-Sakaguchi Ami
An encouraging song that gently wraps you in a soft, warm voice, depicting love from the perspective of a down-to-earth woman.
Released in July 2017 as her major-label debut single, it was chosen as the ending theme by FM stations across Japan.
As Yumebo Sakaguchi herself says, it “reflects my own experiences,” and the lyrics vividly capture the emotions after a breakup.
It’s a track that gives you the spark to say, “Even after we part, I’m going to keep looking forward and living my life!” Highly recommended for women struggling with love or anyone who wants to cherish their true self.
The Ten CommandmentsNakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s smash hit “The Ten Commandments,” a song that can be called a symbol of strong women.
The track broke out in 1984, achieving brilliant success including reaching No.
1 on TBS’s The Best Ten.
Masao Urino and Masayoshi Takanaka were involved in its production, giving birth to its distinctive lyrics and melody.
The lyrics convey a resolute message from a woman with strong will directed at men who rely on superficial kindness.
It seems to depict not only strength but also moments when one must forgo gentleness.
If you’re lacking confidence or tend to lose your way, try listening to this song and reconsider what “strength” truly means.
Akina Nakamori’s message—about the importance of living strongly and the process of self-establishment—is sure to resonate with you.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
This “Tamashii Revolution” is a tour de force among Superfly’s songs, showcasing vocalist Ochi’s powerful singing at 120%.
It’s an energy song you’ll want to hear when you feel your everyday life is dull or when you’re facing an important moment—anytime you want to ignite your passion.
The lyrics, brimming with a collar-grabbing strength, hit straight to the heart! When you’re up against adversity, listen to this song and rouse your soul!
WomanSuperfly
This song portrays women’s inner strength, with Shiho Ochi’s powerful vocals resonating deeply.
Included on the album “WHITE,” released in May 2015, it expresses women’s allure and inner conflicts from a unique perspective.
Set to a funk-rock sound, it delivers a strong message to women living in the modern era.
The theme of the song is overturning fixed notions of femininity and the importance of living true to oneself.
It depicts women striving to forge their own paths within society.
It’s recommended for moments when you want to reassess your own value or are about to take a new step forward.
Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe
Momoe Yamaguchi’s classic “Playback Part 2,” released in 1978, was a massive hit, selling over 500,000 copies.
The cool, composed way she delivers it on stage mirrors the woman portrayed in the lyrics.
When you’re in love, you can end up accommodating the other person or acting submissive and find yourself wondering, “What am I doing?” This is a song I want you to listen to to keep your sense of self in those moments.
And the lyrics at the end, which sing of a woman’s bravado—you might just find yourself relating to them.
[Songs Portraying Strong Women] Positive Songs to Listen to When You're About to Lose Heart (21–30)
AlrightNishino Kana
A warm, encouraging song whose soft yet powerful vocals stay close to your heart.
Released by Kana Nishino in June 2011, it’s included on the album “Thank you, Love.” The lyrics, imbued with Nishino’s wish to cheer on those who are doing their best, deliver a message of support to “you,” who keep running straight ahead.
It’s a song that gently gives you a push on the back, urging you to keep facing forward and moving on, even in hard or sad times without giving up.
It’s a track we especially hope those striving toward their dreams and goals will listen to.