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 (181–190)
Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez
This is a song by the rock band Aqua Timez.
It also drew attention for being chosen as the theme song for the film BLEACH: MEMORIES OF NOBODY.
While it’s a love song about conveying your feelings to the one you like, it carries a message of taking on challenges without fearing the outcome, making it a recommended track when you want to do your best.
Songs that keep you going. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (191–200)
Admired Dream ~Against the Wind~Be-B
Released in 1994 as Be-B’s second single.
Chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Maido Gomen Nasai,” it became a big hit and won the Best New Artist Award at the 36th Japan Record Awards as well as the New Artist Award at the Japan Gold Disc Awards.
True to its title, the song’s powerful lyrics encourage listeners to lift their heads and face the headwinds even when they feel like giving up, offering courage and inspiration.
AGAINDREAMS COME TRUE
It was released in 2014 as DREAMS COME TRUE’s 52nd single.
Written specifically as the sixth theme song for NTV’s “NEWS ZERO,” the piece carries a strong message that you can start over in life as many times as you need.
It also drew attention for being written with figure skater Mao Asada in mind.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
It conveys a message of getting back up and keeping on challenging yourself no matter how many times you fail.
No matter how much you fail, if you don’t lose the will to try and keep taking on challenges, you’ll succeed someday.
If you’re struggling with failure, you should give it a listen.
Highschool ♡ loveE-girls
It’s a song by the dance-vocal group E-girls.
The theme is memories from school days, and I think many women will be able to relate to it.
It’s an upbeat track, so give it a listen when you need a boost.
funny bunnyELLEGARDEN
This is an empowering anthem that celebrates the importance of achieving your dreams through your own strength.
A cover of a song by the pillows, this version features ELLEGARDEN’s powerful performance and uplifting lyrics.
Included on the 2004 tribute album “Synchronized Rockers,” it captured the hearts of many music fans.
As the lyric “I chose the windy days to run” suggests, it gives you the courage to face difficulties.
When you’re striving toward your dreams or feeling like you might give up, listening to it will surely lift your spirits.
If you’re looking for the courage to believe in yourself and take that first step, give it a listen.
Future WorldEvery Little Thing
It was released in 1996 as Every Little Thing’s second single.
The song was used in a TDK commercial, and the youthful vocals of Kaori Mochida from their early days are particularly striking.
Though there’s fear and anxiety about heading into an unknown world, the powerful lyrics encourage breaking out of a timid shell and moving forward.
After this song, Every Little Thing’s popularity skyrocketed.