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

heroAsakura Miki

Hero (Holding Out for a Hero) 1984 Miyuki Asakura

This is a song by Miki Asakura, who is active as a singer.

It became a hot topic as the theme song for the TV drama “School Wars.” Along with the drama’s success, the song also became a major hit.

How about giving it a listen when you want a boost, in line with the drama’s storyline?

SunriseBENNIE K

BENNIE K – Sunrise

A song that pierces the heart with the strength of dawn’s light.

Released by BENNIE K in September 2004, this memorable track marked their first entry into the Oricon Top 10.

It carries a message that resonates with listeners—overcoming setbacks and finding the courage to take a new step forward.

The song is also included on the album “Synchronicity” and has been used as a walk-up theme by professional baseball players.

It’s recommended for moments when you need courage to move ahead or on days when you feel discouraged.

BENNIE K’s refreshing melodies and powerful lyrics will gently give you a push from behind.

Hope ~Yell~NEWS

NEWS – Hope ~Yell~ [Official Music Video]

Released in 2004 as NEWS’s major-label debut single.

The song was used as the image song for the “Athens Olympic Volleyball World Final Qualifier” and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With lyrics like a cheer wishing good fortune to those who strive, it’s a song that gives listeners strength.

Let’s do our best.SMAP

SMAP Ganbarimashou

It was released in 1994 as SMAP’s 14th single.

The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s “Yume ga Mori Mori” and “Naruhodo! The World,” and it was frequently performed by SMAP as a message song following the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and the Great East Japan Earthquake.

It’s an upbeat song that says, “Even if every day feels uncool, don’t give up—keep going!”

possibilitySambomasutā

Sambomaster “Possibility”

It’s the theme song for the movie “Biri Gyaru” (The Dropout Idol).

Just like the film—where a struggling student works hard and gets into a top university—the song conveys that everyone has potential.

It’s a track that makes you feel motivated to do your best.

Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi

Aoi Teshima “Letter to Tomorrow (Drama Version)”

This is a hit song by Aoi Teshima, who is active as a singer.

It also drew attention as the theme song for the drama ‘Love That Makes You Cry’ (Itsukoi).

The lyrics feel gently encouraging, so please give it a listen when you want to try your best but just can’t seem to.

Let’s Go！Moriguchi Hiroko

Let’s Go

Released in 1994 as Hiroko Moriguchi’s 15th single, this song was used as the opening theme for Fuji TV’s “Yume ga MORI MORI.” As the title suggests, it’s a perfect fit for Moriguchi’s bright, energetic image, with upbeat lyrics that say, “Come on, let’s go!” It cheerfully teaches us that it’s important to keep moving forward no matter how many times we stumble, making it a song that lifts your spirits and keeps you going.