Japanese songs that boost your motivation to study: uplifting tracks to enhance focus and drive
Many people may find it hard to concentrate while studying for exams or certifications and juggling daily assignments.
In times like these, music that helps switch your mood can be a reliable ally.
J-POP offers plenty of tracks that instantly boost motivation or have a tempo that makes work flow more smoothly.
In this article, we’ll introduce J-POP songs that are perfect companions for studying.
Use them in a variety of situations—when you want to raise your motivation or power through long study sessions!
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Japanese songs that boost your motivation to study: Uplifting tracks to enhance concentration and drive (71–80)
That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando
Daijiman Brothers Band’s third single, “Sore ga Daiji,” released in 1991.
It’s a song that feels like it sets you straight on the right path with a direct, no-nonsense message.
Some of you may feel like you’ve heard it to death, but it’s the kind of classic that makes you want to say, “Give it another careful listen.” You can really tell why it’s been loved for so long.
Studying often makes you feel like giving up, but when you’re cheered on this straightforwardly, it makes you think, “Maybe I can push a little harder.”
Once moreamazarashi
This is the song I’d love you to listen to when you want to tackle your studies with fiery determination.
It’s a work by amazarashi, a rock band known for their music that cuts to the core of human nature, included on their second album “Sunset Faith Higashism,” released in 2014.
The lyrics carry a powerful message—let’s stand up once more even after recognizing our own weakness—that offers real encouragement.
Studying can honestly feel like a hassle; I’m sure some of you feel that way.
This is emo rock that blows those feelings away.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
Released as a single in 2005, it served as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “ER Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3).” Although it peaked at No.
3 on the Oricon chart—modest for DREAMS COME TRUE—it went on to be loved for many years, becoming one of the group’s signature hits and was also performed on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It is a classic Japanese cheer song that gives courage to listeners and supports those who are trying to stand up again.
Japanese songs that boost your motivation to study: Focus and motivation-boosting anthems (81–90)
U R not aloneGReeeeN
When you’re studying, you sometimes end up thinking about other things and lose motivation—it’s a common experience, right? When you want to get your drive back somehow, try listening to GReeeeN’s song “U R not alone.” It’s a track that makes you feel like your lost motivation is returning and that you’ve got to get it done.
The song was originally provided to NEWS, and GReeeeN later released their own self-cover.
It’s the perfect song for pushing yourself.
Make sure you study up, okay?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Concentration and motivation are crucial when studying, and it helps to have music that gives you a little push in those moments.
That’s why I recommend “Study Me” by Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.
Released in May 2020, this track resonates with the Vocaloid generation and has a catchy, addictive groove that makes you want to play it on repeat.
Its stylish melody is easy on the ears and gives you the energy to sit down at your desk.
Why not give it a listen during breaks or between study sessions to relax?
sparkleFuji Kaze
Fujii Kaze, a bundle of talent who even performed at the Budokan in 2020.
His song “Kirari” is his eighth single, and it feels like a tune that lets you pleasantly sense a refreshing breeze.
When you’re tackling a certification exam or the like, there are times you just can’t focus even though you have to, right? Listening to this in those moments can reset your mood, as if you’ve been touched by a fresh wind.
Everyone has times when they’re not feeling it; in fact, it’s a great track to listen to right before you concentrate or during breaks.
It helps you refresh and then refocus on your studies.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
How about an upbeat song that overflows with motivation, energy, and relentlessly positive power? Led by the soulful vocalist Shiho Ochi, Superfly released one of their signature tracks in 2010.
Chosen as NHK’s soccer theme song for the 2010 season, it became a popular sports anthem.
The fiery lyrics and driving sound—urging you to aim for the top!—really stir the emotions.
It might even be great to study while singing along.