[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, Clubs, Dreams] Encouragement songs recommended for teens: tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (41–50)
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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.
Go for it! — Toward your dreamserica
When you’re feeling completely unmotivated and on the verge of losing to yourself, I want you to listen to this track by erica, known as the queen of “Koku-uta” (confession songs).
Originally included on her 2019 album Koku-uta 3: A Song Gifted to You 2, it was re-released as a single in June 2023.
With lyrics that feel like your past self spurring on your present self, it’s sure to resonate deeply with high school students facing hurdles in their studies or club activities.
If you listen on a restless night before an exam or on the morning of a big day, you’ll likely find yourself sitting down with a stronger mindset.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
A digital single released exclusively for streaming by the three-piece rock band WANIMA, whose high-velocity melodic hardcore sound and beautiful harmonies have young listeners fired up.
It’s a cover of the English folk song “Picnic,” delivering a refreshing, positive message over a nostalgic melody many likely heard in childhood.
Taking the first step toward a dream takes courage for anyone.
If it’s something you truly love, this song gives you a push to start walking—an anthem that especially resonates with teenagers.
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.
BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei
An empowering cheer song by Suisei Hoshimachi that gives a strong push to young people striving toward their dreams and goals! Inspired by Cinderella, its lyrics strikingly portray the feelings of youth living in modern society.
The title, a playful twist on the magical phrase “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo,” seems to hold the power to make dreams come true.
Released digitally in March 2024, it reached high positions on various music charts.
The music video sparked major buzz as well, surpassing 10 million views about 16 days after its release.
Singing about the importance of living true to yourself, this song is sure to resonate not only with teens studying for exams or committed to their clubs, but with anyone stepping into a new environment.
CharacterRyokushokushakai
A positive cheer-up song with straightforward lyrics and an easy-to-listen-to pop tune that gives power to people working hard every day.
It encourages us with the message that everyone can be themselves and that every person is needed.
The refreshing melody is also exhilarating to listen to.
The teenage years are full of worries—exams, club activities, friendships.
There are plenty of tense moments, but listening to this song makes you feel like you can face anything with confidence in your true self.
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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.
