[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] Cheer Songs Recommended for Teens: Tracks to Listen to When You Want to Do Your Best (141–150)
Let’s dream!rasonburu
Rasomble’s “Let’s Dream!” is set for release in 2025, a track that feels like a full-throttle expression of positive emotions.
The lively band sound layered with airy vocals clearly conveys an uplifting, bright spirit.
The lyrics depict looking back on memories and pushing forward past denial and setbacks, giving a strong, driving impression.
It’s also featured in a Shimamura commercial and tied in with the show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita.” Altogether, it captures youth in a straightforward, heartfelt way.
A flower that blooms in blueZa Moaizuyū
The Moais You, a three-piece rock band whose name means “Moai live in the future.” Their fifth digital single, “Aoi ni Saku Hana” (A Flower Blooming in Blue), features a refreshing rock sound centered on the theme of youth that feels great to listen to.
Its message—live every moment of your youth without regrets, because once it’s gone you can’t get it back—will resonate both with those who dedicate themselves to their club activities and those who cherish time with friends.
It’s a sentimental rock tune that’s sure to strike a chord not only with students, but with anyone who has lived through their youthful days.
Until I throw away my dreams and become an adultKasamura Tōta
As time goes by, many people end up letting go of the dreams they once held.
This song portrays the resistance to abandoning those dreams and the determination to realize dreams once lost, conveying a way of facing one’s aspirations.
Through the depiction of the reluctance to give up on a dream in the lyrics, it communicates the difficulty of holding on to dreams and offers a message of encouragement to live authentically.
The wistful, piano-centered sound is another highlight, emphasizing the lyrics’ message while evoking an image of quietly confronting one’s own heart.
[Exams, Clubs, Dreams] Support songs recommended for teens: Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (151–160)
Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai
This song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai vividly portrays the rush of sprinting through the fleeting moments of youth.
Released in July 2024, its uptempo sound and distinctive melodic lines resonate powerfully with young listeners.
It carries a message: there’s no need to be embarrassed about giving your all—treasure the experiences you can only have in this very moment.
The track is included on the album “Channel U” and was also chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s original romance show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita.
Summer Vacation 2024.” It’s a perfect fit for scenes of coming together at school sports days or athletic events, making it an ideal choice as background music for group gymnastics as well.
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This song is defined by its striking guitar riffs and an uplifting rock sound.
Released in May 2021 as [Alexandros]’s 19th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the feature anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway.
With expressions like “infant,” “child,” and “adult,” it portrays the process of growth, emphasizing the resolve to overcome past pain and discover hope for the future.
Symbolizing the band’s fresh start under a new lineup, it’s a track you’ll want to play when you’re ready to firm up your determination to move forward.
It’s okaywacci
This is a heartwarming song by wacci that gives the word “daijoubu” (“I’m okay/It’s okay”) a new meaning.
It carries a message that resonates with listeners, touching on the importance of shedding tears and the struggles of unchanging days.
Released in August 2015, it was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “37.5°C no Namida” (37.5°C Tears).
Vocalist Yohei Hashiguchi expressed in the lyrics the feelings contained in the everyday phrase “daijoubu.” When you feel your own weakness or want to encourage someone, this song will stay close to your heart and give you the courage to look forward.
Change the WorldMAN WITH A MISSION
As the title suggests, this is a passionate, grand rock number packed with the desire to “change the world.” It’s a track by MAN WITH A MISSION, the globally active band with wolf-like appearances, released in 2020 as their 12th single.
It drew attention that same year when it was chosen as NHK’s soccer theme song.
You’ll be overwhelmed by the dense, emotionally charged soundscape.
It fires you up with the motivation and courage to fight! With this song, you might just make it through even the toughest training to the very end.
