[Exams, Club Activities, Dreams] Encouragement songs recommended for teens: Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best
When you think of your teens, it’s a time when you throw yourself wholeheartedly into everything—studies, club activities, and love.
Some of you may be chasing your dreams and working hard, too.
In this article, we’ve gathered Japanese support songs we want teenagers to hear!
We’ve picked not only tracks by artists popular with younger generations, but also classic cheer-up anthems.
There are plenty of songs packed with messages that resonate with teens, so give them a listen when you’re struggling, want to do your best, or need someone to give you a push.
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Burn!Fuji Kaze
Singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii, who continues to captivate many with his outstanding piano playing and vocals.
Released in 2021 as a Google Pixel commercial song and included on the album “LOVE ALL SERVE ALL,” this track is a fiery pep song that lights a spark in listeners’ hearts.
Many of you may remember his performance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Its message—embracing even failures and embarrassment and urging you to move forward—will surely resonate deeply with exam-takers battling anxiety.
When your studies hit a wall or you need one last push, listening to it will fill you with energy from within.
THANXWANIMA
WANIMA has a lot of tracks that give you a solid boost of motivation and courage, so you just can’t leave them out.
The song “THANX” is included on WANIMA’s first full-length album, “Are You Coming?”, released in 2015.
The lyrics are uplifting, and many listeners probably picture someone important—like a mentor or a friend—when they hear it.
It’s a positive, impactful song that I especially recommend to anyone who wants to take on a challenge but is hesitating.
Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā
It’s a 2018 track by the rock band Sambomaster that was used as the theme song for the drama “Cheer Dan.” It’s a song that gives you a push when you want to do your best.
The music video, which depicts a young baseball player working up a sweat, matches the lyrics perfectly and feels very refreshing.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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The 10th single by [ALEXANDROS], released in 2015.
Since it was also used in a film and commercials, many of you have probably heard it before.
As the title suggests, it compares one’s outlook on life to a migratory bird, and it’s a motivational song I’d like you to listen to when you feel like you can’t trust anyone and you’re all alone.
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It’s a captivating song with a warm, resonant melody and powerful lyrics.
It portrays the journey from the moment when dreams and hopes collapse, through self-discovery and growth, to finding the light once again.
It was surprise-released on YouTube in August 2020 and officially distributed in August 2021.
Born from thoughts for the students who worked hard toward the Inter-High School Championships that were canceled due to COVID-19, the song spent nine consecutive weeks at the top of streaming charts and became a source of comfort for many.
It’s a track we especially want those facing setbacks or hardships—particularly the younger generation—to hear.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
This is one of WANIMA’s signature songs, celebrating the importance of facing forward and moving on despite past hardships and anxieties about the future.
Created after the Kumamoto earthquakes, the track carries heartfelt feelings for their hometown and gratitude toward people.
Released in August 2016, it was also featured in a Kao “8×4” commercial.
With its powerful melody and resonant lyrics, it has given courage and hope to many.
It’s recommended not only for students working hard on exams or club activities, but for anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
Listen to this song, which captures the greatness of walking together with friends, and let it give you the courage to take a new step forward.
REVIVERMY FIRST STORY
An insanely cool loud rock number with an intro that grabs you right away.
It’s a track by the rock band MY FIRST STORY, included on their first mini-album “ALL LEAD TRACKS,” released in 2017.
It drew attention as the theme song for the mobile game “Hortensia Saga: Ao no Kishidan.” The energetic sound pairs perfectly with vocalist Hiro’s piercing voice.
And the lyrics’ message—“Believe in yourself and keep moving forward”—is sure to give you a push.
