Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
To you who feel, “I want to take one more step forward,” or “I want to overcome this wall.” Why not borrow the power of music and take a new step? Voices that resonate with the heart and powerful messages will surely give you a gentle push from behind.
We’ll introduce timeless songs that have been sung from various perspectives—when you’re feeling down, when you’re uncertain—and have always stayed close to our hearts.
Let today be the spark that ignites your desire to give it your all.
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Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (101–110)
PlasmaYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s music gently stays close to a weary heart, delivering a quiet, warming encouragement.
Within a grand worldview like a vast galaxy, it tenderly portrays those split-second choices at life’s crossroads and the first step into the unknown.
In a space woven from electronic tones and distinctive sound design, youthful and energetic sounds resound, stirring the listener’s heart.
Released digitally in January 2025, this work served as the theme song for the theatrical advance version Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, coloring a project born from the first collaboration between Studio Khara and Sunrise.
When you’re worn out from work or about to take a new step forward, this song will stand by you, gently giving you a push.
Perfect Day310
Born from scenes of refreshing mornings and dusky twilights, this song gently portrays the special moments hidden in everyday life.
310’s crystal-clear vocals deliver a warm message of encouragement to everyone working hard each day.
The track has been available since January 2025 as the opening theme for the anime “I’m the Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Like Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss.” Composed by Ryutaro Fujinaga of Elements Garden, the piece beautifully blends a driving rock sound with a pure, graceful melody, tenderly resonating with listeners.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re worn out from work or need energy for tomorrow.
For those giving their all every day, it’s sure to bring comfort and courage.
Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari
This track stands out for its gentle, heartwarming melody and lyrics written in down-to-earth language.
It sings about the importance of living true to yourself in everyday life, offering a warm cheer to modern people overwhelmed by work.
Nanawo Akari’s distinctive vocals convey the message even more compellingly.
Set for release in February 2025, the song has been selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “I’m the Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Want Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss,” and it features a pop, catchy sound.
It’s highly recommended for anyone who wants to rethink how they spend their time and make more room for self-care amid the rush of work.
With its soothing melody, it’s a wonderful song that brings comfort and energy for tomorrow.
A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY
An uplifting anthem that combines the warmth of gently encouraging those who face setbacks and hardships to believe in themselves and move forward, with the strength to give them the courage to rise again.
HIPPY’s soul-stirring vocals resonate deeply with listeners’ hearts.
Included on the album “HomeBase ~Arigatou~,” released in March 2017, this song has been chosen by many professional baseball players as their walk-up music and ranked No.
1 in the 2020 Professional Baseball Players’ Walk-up Song Rankings.
It’s the perfect track for moments when you feel like you might stop chasing your dreams, when you feel anxious or alone, or when you want someone to give you a gentle push.
It will stay close to your heart and give you the courage to take a step toward tomorrow.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
A masterful song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that delicately portrays the radiance and anxieties of youth, as well as the conflicts we carry while growing up.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” which began airing on TV Tokyo in April 2024, this piece gently embraces the memories accumulated as time passes and the feelings of confronting the unease hidden in everyday life.
Its refreshingly youthful guitar sound and clear, transparent vocals resonate with listeners’ hearts and give them courage.
It won the 66th Japan Record Award, marking the band’s first-ever back-to-back victory.
When you feel lost or anxious, or when you wish someone would give you a push forward, give it a listen.
You’ll surely find a budding feeling of cherishing yourself.
Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (111–120)
The BeginningONE OK ROCK
An empowering anthem that gives a strong push toward a hope-filled future.
Through the protagonist who keeps searching for a reason to move forward, this song gives you the courage to overcome setbacks and hardship.
Featuring ONE OK ROCK’s powerful sound and passionate vocals, this memorable track was released in August 2012 and gained attention as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin.
The film and the song’s worldview harmonize beautifully, movingly depicting the protagonist’s resolve to face the past and take a new step forward.
When you stand at a crossroads in life and feel anxious about the future, listening to this song is sure to give you a supportive push.
Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi
A gem of a rock ballad that sings of overcoming everyday nihilism and loneliness, and of hope for the future.
The protagonist, walking alone through the darkness, reexamines their path under the moonlight and prepares to take a new step forward—a quietly moving scene.
The lyrics, infused with feelings of alienation in the city and longing for someone dear, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in July 1997 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Because the Night is Bright with the Moon,” this work became one of Elephant Kashimashi’s signature songs.
When you feel lost in life, when someone comes to mind, when you need the courage to move forward—Hiroji Miyamoto’s soulful voice will stay close to your heart and gently give you strength.