Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.

In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “At the Morning of Determination”

Aqua Timez, who have captivated many listeners with their melodious sound and lyrics that resonate with the heart, released this ambitious work as their major-label debut single in July 2006.

While acknowledging one’s true, unvarnished self yet still choosing to face forward and keep walking, the song makes a striking impression and can also be seen as a challenge to a modern society obsessed with perfection.

It deftly expresses the doubts and anxieties felt while chasing dreams, as well as the resolve to grow.

Chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Brave Story” and earning the band a spot on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, it became a social phenomenon.

It’s a song that feels like a gentle push on your back when you’re at a crossroads in life or on the verge of losing your way—warm, encouraging, and truly a source of strength for the heart.

Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS

Banzai Sensho

A song born together with a thousand 18-year-olds is released in faith that it will be a light for young people’s tomorrow.

Created for NHK’s special program “RADWIMPS 18-sai Matsuri” in October 2018, this track is a celebratory message song that embraces young people’s dreams and hopes, as well as their moments of setback and struggle.

Included on the album “ANTI ANTI GENERATION,” it stirs listeners’ hearts with powerful vocals and melodies.

Resonating with the younger generation, it has become etched in people’s memories as a signature work of RADWIMPS.

It’s a song that gently yet powerfully pushes forward those chasing dreams, those striving to overcome failure, and those who want to reclaim their smiles.

room for growthCreepy Nuts

[MV] Creepy Nuts – Nobishiro (Room to Grow)

Creepy Nuts has delivered a track full of eagerness to explore life’s possibilities.

Included on their September 2021 album “Case,” this song portrays the growth you come to recognize as you get older and the boundless potential within yourself.

It captures, from a distinctive angle, the more flexible way of seeing things that comes with adulthood and the encounter with a new version of yourself.

Also adopted as a cheer song for professional baseball, this track gently encourages anyone who wants to believe in their limitless potential or transform who they are now.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re feeling setbacks or uncertainty, and when you’re ready to take a new step forward.

AkariMy Hair is Bad

Akari

A gem of a song that captures the feelings of people who keep fighting hard even while weary from everyday life.

Included on My Hair is Bad’s album “ghosts,” released in July 2024, this track vividly portrays the inner heart that puts on a brave face while harboring weakness, along with the will to move forward nonetheless.

Emotional guitar tones and powerful vocals gently embrace the emotions deep within.

The album “ghosts” also features the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary” and the official theme for the 96th Senbatsu as presented by MBS.

When work or relationships weigh on you and your heart feels like it might break, this song will be by your side and help you take a step toward tomorrow.

migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

This is a song packed with a powerful, heart-stirring message.

Just listening to it fills you with courage and a positive outlook.

Yohei Kawakami of [Alexandros] delivers an overwhelming vocal performance that gives listeners a push forward.

Released in June 2015, the track became a massive hit, surpassing 100 million views on YouTube.

It has also been used as a movie theme song and in commercials, earning love from a wide audience.

It’s the perfect song for anyone about to take a new step.

Listen to it, and you’ll surely start believing in your own potential.

Under the same skyayaka

Ayaka – Under the Same Sky

Released as Ayaka’s 10th single, it was also featured in a commercial.

This song teaches us how important a smile is and how powerful it can be.

Life throws many obstacles our way, but it encourages us by saying it’s okay—we’ve managed to overcome them one by one, giving us energy and strength.

Myself ROCKONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – Jibun ROCK [Official Music Video]

Just the sheer power of ONE OK ROCK’s songs gives a massive push to anyone trying their best.

This track from the album “Niche Syndrome” is a number that gives you the strength to believe in yourself and work hard for your present and your future.

It’s easy to give up studying because it’s hard or because you don’t understand, and chase instant gratification instead.

But that’s the wrong choice for your future self.

It inspires you to fight your own weakness and keep going, so you can make the life where you’re the main character shine even brighter.

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