[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.”

Playlist

[Songs Portraying Strong Women] Positive Tracks to Listen to When You’re Feeling Discouraged
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	instinctShiina Ringo		A popular song by Ringo Sheena that depicts a strong female image
2	delicate lipsJenīhai feat. Chanmina		A collaboration song by Genie High and Chanmina. Keeping strength with red lips.
3	AmbitiousSuperfly		An encouraging cheer song that delivers courage and hope
4	femme fatale Amurasaki ima		A song trending on TikTok that blends history with charm
5	beautiful womanchanmina		An anthem that sings of inner strength and self-acceptance
6	Everything other than death is just a scratch.Koresawa		Koresawa’s upbeat cheer song
7	Be StrongNishino Kana		A song about rising from heartbreak and resolving to become stronger
8	LOVE or HATE?Maeshima Mayu		Mayu Maeshima's song about living true to oneself
9	BeautifulSuperfly		A powerful anthem that portrays women's struggles
10	omnidirectional beautynozomi		A positive song by Noshime that boosts self-esteem
11	I want to be a woman.Hamano Haruki		A powerful song that supports women's self-realization
12	I am the strongest.Ado (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)		The Allure and Power of Ado’s “I’m the Strongest”
13	Watashiiri		Proud of myself with iri’s powerful singing voice
14	I’ll destroy every part of the me you want.Abe Mao		Introducing Abe Mao’s songs that express strength
15	LookbookBoA		A positive song that turns fashion into confidence
16	Good -joshi-Sakaguchi Ami		An empowering anthem for women who stay positive after a heartbreak
17	The Ten CommandmentsNakamori Akina		Learning Strength from Akina Nakamori’s “The Ten Commandments”
18	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Soul Revolution, a passionate energy song
19	WomanSuperfly		A powerful message depicting women's inner strength
20	Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe		Momoe Yamaguchi’s classic song “Playback Part 2”
21	AlrightNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s cheer song that encourages people who are doing their best
22	The decisive battle is on Friday.DREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s first million-selling support song
23	Over LoadNakajima Mika		The empowering force of Mika Nakashima’s songs for women
24	Run Devil Runshōjo jidai		A woman breaking away from her lover’s betrayal
25	WANNABE -Japanese ver.-ITZY		Uplifting signature Japanese-language song by ITZY
26	CHOCOLATEchanmina		A song about a strong woman who has grown through the experience of a breakup
27	“It looks like you could live on your own” — is that supposed to be a compliment?Juice=Juice		Are you praising me for being able to live on my own?
28	Love StoryAmuro Namie		The struggle between choosing love or choosing the path
29	Ah, heartlessAn Ruisu		Feeling refreshed with Ann Lewis's classic hit
30	There is no tomorrow for the girls.Chatto Monchī		Expressing positivity in Chatmonchy’s breakup song
31	Become a flowerRyokushokushakai		An anthem that cheers you on to love yourself just as you are
32	INDEPENDENT WOMANAI		A song about a strong woman who isn’t shaken even by heartbreak
33	SelfishKōda Kumi		Seeking freedom through Kumi Koda’s love songs
34	Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s strong feelings toward “Tears,” her 1984 hit song
35	A little; a bitDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro’s heartbreak song “Chotto”
36	Goodbye, Summer BoyMatsuura Aya		Aya Matsuura’s summer 2003 love-themed single
37	Grade Bchanmina		CHANMINA's unique style is supported
38	The strong and fleeting onesCocco		Cocco’s message of strength to overcome sorrow
39	NGchanmina		A powerful anthem that strongly supports staying true to yourself
40	BeginnerAKB48		AKB48’s powerful cheer song
41	Bad Bitch AestheticsAwich, NENE, LANA & MaRI		A song that voices a powerful declaration and independence by a female artist
42	StillFlower		A positive love song by Flower
43	Invincible HeartKuraki Mai		Mai Kuraki’s assertive dance number
44	Girls don’t cry.katahira rina		Rina Katahira’s heartbreak songs give me strength
45	A Long, Short FestivalShiina Ringo		An iconic song by Ringo Sheena that symbolizes strong women
46	I can’t see loveZARD		Express a strong female image with ZARD’s cool rock songs
47	My aim is right at your very core.SHISHAMO		Introduction to SHISHAMO’s Love Support Songs
48	Starting Now ~ To the New MeShimizu Miisa		Japanese version theme song of the Princess Festival
49	How to make them turn aroundaiko		A song that expresses the complex emotions of aiko’s heartbreak
50	VALENTIBoA		A song portraying BoA’s image as a brave woman
51	Movin’ on without youUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s mature-sounding second single at age 15
52	I am a cat’s eye.Shiina Ringo		Multilayered Emotions and Courage in Shiina Ringo’s Music
53	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Give courage with Namie Amuro’s classic song
54	A Naked Heartaimyon		Aimyon’s “Naked Heart” is a love-encouragement song
55	manKyūhō Ruriko		A strong woman sings of men's contradictions
56	FarewellSEKAI NO OWARI		Saraba is an anthem of courage with a positive message
57	Even if it doesn’t reach youerica		Songs that encourage you when your feelings waver in love
58	My happiness is mine to decide!kohanaramu		Kohanaramo’s new song is a pop tune that values being true to oneself.
59	Fool of LoveGoto Maki		An empowering anthem for strong women who cry and then bounce back
60	Give me anger.GLIM SPANKY		GLIM SPANKY’s Song of Anger
61	The True Face of the StormKudō Shizuka		The characteristics and appeal of Shizuka Kudo’s heartbreak songs
62	In a Corner of the MetropolisMatsutōya Yumi		I can gain the courage to face forward from Yumi Matsutoya’s new song.
63	BREAK OUT!Aikawa Nanase		A rock song that cheers you on to achieve your goals
64	Live beautifullytakane no nadeshiko		Live wholeheartedly and unwaveringly toward your dreams.
65	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		Cheer up girls with SHISHAMO’s fight song
66	TOKYO GIRLPerfume		Perfume’s “TOKYO GIRL” portrays a woman pursuing her dreams in the big city.
67	INSPIREHamasaki Ayumi		A song that teaches the importance of living true to yourself
68	Shineieiri reo		Leo Ieiri's 'Shine' is a song that gives hope and courage.
69	cocky; cheeky; saucy; impertinent; brazenNagayama Miho		A song portraying a woman who grows strong as she recovers from heartbreak
70	restartlol-eruōeru-		Capture hearts with the theme song of the comeback drama
71	CLEARmiwa		A theme song with the theme of judo for the visually impaired
72	Sorry for being cuteHoneyWorks feat. chūtan (CV: Hayami Saori)		A character song by HoneyWorks. A contrast between strong will and cuteness.
73	Chase the ChanceAmuro Namie		A song that gives you courage and positive energy
74	Feel My HeartEvery Little Thing		The debut song that represents ELT in the 1990s
75	dawdling5Leaf		5Leaf’s moving, heart-touching hip-hop
76	FrontiersAwich		Sing the courage to face the unknown
77	Beyond ~Let’s go beyond~ME:I		Moana 2 Japanese Version End Song
78	DAITAN！miwa		A pop spell song as a TV drama theme that leaves you feeling refreshed
79	GIRL CRUSHmiwa		miwa’s empowering song for women, valuing being yourself
80	My measurelecca		lecca's 2009 single theme song
81	To move forwardAbe Mao		Overcoming heartbreak and taking a new step forward
82	rock starAdo		A dream-chasing girl becomes a rock star and overcomes loneliness
83	I’m ProudKahara Tomomi		Tomomi Kahara’s signature self-affirmation song
84	For that dayKitahara Mirei		A woman’s resolve to live strongly after heartbreak
85	A Woman’s Life: The Flower of AsakusaKitano Machiko		A song depicting a strong woman living her life in Asakusa
86	Get fired upDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro’s hot and powerful love songs
87	Tears of TomorrowKoseki Mai		The pain of heartbreak and the strength to move on
88	I am me…Tanaka Aimi		Aimi Tanaka’s songs that cherish being true to oneself
89	cold rainBONNIE PINK		A strong determination to live without losing in a harsh society
90	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro expresses a diverse range of genres with her powerful vocals
91	VixenBABYMETAL		BABYMETAL’s “Megitsune” introduction song