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 (231–240)
O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro
It was released in 2014 as Kobukuro’s 24th single.
The song was used as the theme for NHK’s coverage of the Sochi Olympics and Paralympics, and it was a single cut from the album “One Song From Two Hearts.” Beneath the glitter of the Olympics, you can feel the setbacks, hardships, and many tears shed on the way to the Games.
It’s a song with truly beautiful harmonies from Kobukuro.
ShineFankī Katō
Released in 2014 as Funky Kato’s second single.
The song was used in a Calpis Soda commercial and reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It tells us that struggling or crying is never a waste, and that you are someone who is needed.
Funky Kato’s straightforward vocals make it a song that gives you courage.
Odoru-LoopFurederikku
Once you hear it, it’s seriously addictive.
The song portrays someone who’s always dancing, as if they don’t know how not to, making it perfect for anyone who wants to get pumped up.
If you listen to this track and let yourself cut loose and dance, you’ll have an even better time.
(RE)PLAYMiura Daichi
This is a song by Daichi Miura, who is active as an entertainer.
It features an upbeat groove and cool choreography.
If you listen to it when you’re not feeling great before work or school, it will motivate you and lift your spirits.
WINDKōda Kumi
It was chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s broadcasts of the Athens Olympics and became a hit.
The song encourages a positive mindset, saying that although pushing forward against headwinds and adversity is difficult, we have to give it our all because a bright future awaits beyond them.
miracleKōda Kumi
Released in 2004 as Kumi Koda’s 13th single.
It was used as the theme song for NHK’s J.League broadcasts and reached No.
7 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The lyrics—saying that there must be a power in this world that makes the impossible possible—give strength to those pursuing their dreams and goals.
It’s a song that makes you want to bravely work to make your dreams come true.
SUGOI MUSICIriño Miyu
This is a song by Miyu Irino filled with energetic, positive messages.
Included on the album “15,” released in June 2024, the track celebrates the importance of moving forward with confidence.
It’s packed with highlights—from fast-paced passages to more relaxed moments, and arrangements that feel like everyone’s singing together.
With its bright, easy-to-listen-to sound, it’s perfect for when you’re feeling down or taking on something new.
It was also used as the theme song for Irino’s live event “Kiramune Presents IRINO MIYU LIVE 2024,” which was performed in Osaka and Tokyo.
Listening to this track conveys the beauty of living true to yourself—and it’s sure to give you courage!