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

HANABIMr.Children

Mr.Children「HANABI」 Tour2015 REFLECTION Live

This is one of the signature songs by the hugely popular rock band Mr.Children.

It also drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Code Blue.” Don’t we all live with various problems? This song serves as an anthem of encouragement for everyone.

It’s also recommended for times when you want to give your best.

Soul RevolutionSuperfly

Superfly 'Tamashii Revolution' Music Video

It was chosen as NHK’s soccer theme song for fiscal year 2010 and became a big hit.

2010 was the year the FIFA World Cup was held, and many people likely learned, through soccer, the importance of not giving up and the spirit of challenging the strong.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you need to fire yourself up through sports.

PoisonSorimachi Takashi

Poison -Iitai Kotomo Ienai Konna Yononakawa-

It was used as the theme song for the drama GTO, and it conveys the message that it doesn’t matter what others think—what’s important is living true to yourself.

I recommend it to those who are tired of worrying about others’ opinions or who are struggling to live as their authentic selves.

The Wind, the Clouds, and MeKumagai Sachiko

Sachiko Kumagai’s “The Wind, the Clouds, and Me” is a song of hope that makes you feel positive.

Released in 1994 as Sachiko Kumagai’s fifth single.

The song became a hit after it was chosen as the theme for the TV drama “Natsuko no Sake.” With its refreshing, pleasant melody and clear, translucent vocals, it’s a deeply soothing track.

The lyrics, which boldly declare a love for “tomorrow,” a day when you can meet a different version of yourself even after hardships or unpleasant experiences, give you the strength to keep going.

I believeayaka

Ayaka – I believe

It was released in 2006 as Ayaka’s debut single.

Chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Rondo,” it reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The song also drew attention for being used in figure skater Miki Ando’s exhibition program during the 2006–2007 season; Ando is a close friend of Ayaka.

Its lyrics—saying that everything begins with believing in yourself—resonate deeply.

It’s a song that makes you want to trust your true self as you are now and move forward.

ALWAYSYonenaga Ryōta

ALWAYS / Ryota Mitsunaga

It was released in 2003 as Ryota Yonenaga’s first single.

The song, issued as his debut single, was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Itsumo Futari de.” It reached No.

5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The song conveys the message that wishes do come true, encouraging listeners not to give up on their dreams easily or rush to a conclusion, but to keep striving so their wishes will be fulfilled.