Songs that help you study hard: a roundup of motivational music to boost your drive and concentration
There are plenty of times when we have to study—entrance exams, regular tests, certification exams—but sometimes we just can’t get motivated.
In this article, we introduce songs that will give a big boost to your motivation to study, especially for those who are struggling to get started.
We’ve gathered tracks that match a range of moods, from songs with exhilarating, fast-paced sounds that spark your drive, to songs with lyrics that touch the heart and give you the courage to move toward the future.
May one soul-stirring track become the source of your motivation.
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Songs that help you study hard: A roundup of study motivation music that boosts drive and focus (21–30)
We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā
A rock ’n’ roll number released in 2010 by the rock band Sambomaster.
It’s a long-beloved, classic cheer-up song.
Both the title and the entire lyrics are quintessentially Sambomaster, giving you a powerful push forward! Yamaguchi’s overflowing passion on vocals and the rhythm section’s steady, driving sound will boost your motivation even more.
Let your success story that starts from “That’s impossible” begin with this song.
If you keep going without giving up, it will surely bloom—this track makes you believe it!
Believe in yourselfAbe Mao
A powerful rock number from Mao Abe for hardworking students, “Believe in yourself.” Her characteristically straightforward lyrics are truly encouraging to listen to! Maybe it’s because her strong dedication to songwriting really comes through.
It’s a recommended track when you need one more burst of energy to keep studying!
together; along with; bothWANIMA
WANIMA’s cheer song that often comes up in all kinds of situations.
It’s a track included on their 2016 single “JUICE UP!!” and it’s great for studying, too.
When it comes to studying, it’s not just about methods—other worries can affect you as well.
“Tomoni” makes you feel like WANIMA is right there with you during those times, standing by your side, struggling and running together.
It’ll light a fire under anyone who wants to charge ahead while staying true to themselves! And that final line is so good it’ll move you to tears… It’s a powerful song with a headlong sense of speed that feels like you’re seizing your dreams, leaving everything else behind!
to the endItookashi
Have you ever wondered what studying is really for? If you’ve ever lost motivation because you don’t want to do something without knowing its purpose, try listening to Itookasi’s “Saigo made.” It’ll help you reaffirm the meaning of why you study!
Sense of Wondersumika
A song by sumika that straightforwardly cheers on those who are working hard at their studies, and was even used in a Shinken Zemi commercial.
Featured on the EP “Harmonize e.p,” this track carries the message: Keep pushing forward for a wonderful future! Even if someone else helps you achieve your dreams, you probably won’t feel much of a sense of accomplishment.
What should you be doing now to realize the person you want to become and the things you want to do in the way you envision? Set to a bright melody and infused with encouragement, the song feels like it’s asking that very question to you, who are studying hard now for your future.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
The song that pumps me up with its sense of speed and intense sound is ONE OK ROCK’s “Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer.” It’s not just the melody that boosts my motivation to study—the lyrics also give me a strong push to keep trying.
Before especially important exams, I think we all sometimes feel like we’re being crushed by worries like, “Will I be okay? Can I really do this?” But even then, the song makes you feel like: Believe in yourself, believe in your future, and keep going—because the results of your hard work will definitely come back to you.
So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster
Here’s a song I recommend for when studying feels lonely: “Dakara, Hitori Janai” (“So You’re Not Alone”).
It was also used as an ending theme for the anime My Hero Academia.
Many people find they make better progress studying alone, but when you’re by yourself, you can suddenly start to worry, “Is this really okay?” or feel like slacking off because you’re tired.
In those moments, give this song a listen.
It will make you think, “Everyone else is working hard too! I’ll do my best as well!”
