[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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[Exams, Club Activities, Dreams] Encouraging Songs Recommended for Teens: Tracks to Listen to When You Want to Do Your Best (101–110)
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi
When it comes to songs that fire you up and cheer you on, this track is a must.
“Zenryoku Shounen” (Full-Power Boy) is Skima Switch’s fifth single, released in 2005, and it’s a well-known song that has been covered by many artists.
You often hear it as a tie-in song and on TV programs.
It’s a piece that gives courage to a wide range of generations, not just teenagers.
At the same time, it’s also a song that resonates in a way that’s unique to being a teenager.
Sense of Wondersumika
Sumika’s “Sense of Wonder” is a pep song especially for teenagers who are learning, growing, and stepping into the future.
Chosen as the theme for a Shinken Zemi commercial, the track is filled with lyrics brimming with the strength to face the challenges before you and the hope to move toward your dreams, turning what you hear into forward momentum.
For those juggling studies, club activities, and all kinds of challenges, it gently yet powerfully gives you a push so you can believe in yourself and take that first step.
Have a nice dayNishino Kana
The start of the day.
If you’re not a morning person, listening to this song might help you wake up feeling refreshed.
It’s a recommended cheer-up song released by Kana Nishino in 2016.
Her cute, breezy voice gives you the energy to do your best today.
Let’s head to school with a smile!
Pride RevolutionCHiCO with HoneyWorks
CHiCO with HoneyWorks, a collaboration unit between a singer and a creator team, has earned widespread popularity.
Their third single, Pride Kakumei, which was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama, boosts your spirits with vocals tuned to a rock sound and a high-velocity ensemble.
Its lyrics teach you to face what truly matters, regardless of your current abilities, giving you the courage to overcome any obstacle.
It’s a heart-stirring rock tune that powerfully encourages you when you feel like you’re about to break.
Step and a stepNiziU
When it comes to girls’ groups that made waves in 2020, NiziU definitely comes to mind.
Their pre-debut song “Make you happy” drew a lot of attention, but this track, “Step and a step,” is their debut single.
It’s a bright, cute, and catchy tune that sticks in your head, yet the lyrics carry a solid, very positive and empowering message.
It’s something so simple and obvious, but when you’re feeling down, it can be hard to see and easy to lose your way.
This is a song I’d love for you to listen to at times like that—it helps you reaffirm what matters in many ways.
[Exams, Clubs, Dreams] Cheer-up songs recommended for teens: Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (111–120)
Lion (2018 New Ver.)berii guddoman
An uplifting cheer song filled with hope that rises from deep within, powerfully supporting the hearts of teenagers.
Chosen as the theme song for the regional tournaments of the 100th National High School Baseball Championship, it heightened the passion of the high school players’ fierce battles.
In August 2018, it was reborn with a new arrangement, bringing a more human, heartfelt sound.
Whether you want to push toward your dreams, cheer someone on, or face adversity head-on, listening to this piece—imbued with strong resolve—will fill you with courage and energy.
Fragiletota
An encouraging song that resonates with the hearts of those striving for their dreams, “Kowaremono.” This ballad was released by singer-songwriter Tota.
It portrays how, as we grow up, we gradually begin to give up on our dreams, yet can’t completely forget them and decide to try again.
The bittersweet yet forward-looking lyrics will speak to everyone.
Be sure to check it out along with the music video set in a school building.
