[For Work] Uplifting BGM: A collection of tracks that boost your productivity
Do you ever listen to music while you’re working or doing housework?
Depending on the task, listening to music can lift your mood and boost your productivity, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended tracks to use as background music when you want to get pumped up.
We’ve picked a wide range of songs across genres: bright, uptempo tracks, high-energy EDM, intense rock, and more.
Use the songs featured here as your companions, turn up the energy, and dive into your work.
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[For Work] Uplifting BGM: A Compilation of Tracks to Boost Productivity (31–40)
Don’t skip your strength training, you guys!Tojo Chika
A high-energy cheer song by Chika Tojo, the manga artist also known as the creator of The Saga of Tanya the Evil! Released in June 2025, this track shouts out the importance of strength training over an up-tempo rock sound.
It’s a wake-up call not just for creators but for anyone feeling short on exercise.
Whether you play it for a quick refresh between tasks or as a companion to your actual workouts, it’s guaranteed to fire you up!
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This is an instrumental piece by a piano trio, released in 2014 as the lead track from the album “WALL.” It features Ryo Kishimoto’s meticulous and emotional piano playing, Hidehiro Kawai’s powerful bass lines, and Tsukasa Inoue’s dynamic drums, uniting to create a distinctive blend of driving rhythms and lightning-flash melodies.
As a signature track that fully showcases the appeal of contemporary jazz rock—fusing jazz improvisation with rock energy—it’s also a staple in their live performances.
In 2024, a re-recorded version commemorating the band’s 10th anniversary was released, evolving into an even more refined sound.
Perfect for those seeking an energetic instrumental track—great as background music for studying or working, and guaranteed to lift your spirits on a drive.
HANDS UPBIGBANG
A refreshing dance number with a powerful beat and energetic sound that’s perfect for boosting your morning mood! Released in June 2010 as the B-side to the single “Tell Me Goodbye,” it was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi Doyoubi” from April to September of the same year.
Written and composed in part by G-DRAGON, this track is packed with BIGBANG’s signature innovative sound and uplifting message, and has become a staple at their live shows.
Put it on first thing in the morning, and it’ll blow away your drowsiness and kick-start your day with motivation!
Perfect Day310
Born from scenes of refreshing mornings and dusky twilights, this song gently portrays the special moments hidden in everyday life.
310’s crystal-clear vocals deliver a warm message of encouragement to everyone working hard each day.
The track has been available since January 2025 as the opening theme for the anime “I’m the Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Like Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss.” Composed by Ryutaro Fujinaga of Elements Garden, the piece beautifully blends a driving rock sound with a pure, graceful melody, tenderly resonating with listeners.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re worn out from work or need energy for tomorrow.
For those giving their all every day, it’s sure to bring comfort and courage.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song stays close to the inner voice we all have and offers a chance to rediscover our true selves.
With melodies that gently embrace the anxieties and conflicts of youth and lyrics woven with positive messages, Mrs.
GREEN APPLE conveys the importance of fostering self-esteem.
Released in January 2025 as the theme song for NHK General’s special program “18 Festival,” and performed together with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation, the piece is a warm, comforting track that soothes hearts tired from work.
When daily life overwhelms you and you feel like you’re losing yourself, listening to this song will give you the courage to accept who you are, just as you are.
[For Work] Uplifting BGM: A Collection of Productivity-Boosting Tracks (41–50)
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A classic Dragon Ash track that fuses powerful guitar sounds with a danceable beat.
The mix of English lyrics and striking flows in this mixture rock piece brims with elation and passion.
Released in March 2002, it was chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s broadcasts of the 2002 FIFA World Cup that same year, and was also included on the album HARVEST.
In live performances, it famously kicks off with Kj’s call, instantly sweeping the entire venue into a frenzy.
Energetic and positive, this song is perfect for boosting your motivation during training.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
An aggressive rock number by ONE OK ROCK that champions valuing instinct over logic and the importance of always pushing forward! Its powerful vocals and driving sound will inspire anyone who listens.
The track was selected as the ending theme for the TBS TV program “Arabikidan,” and upon its release in February 2010, it reached No.
9 on the Oricon weekly chart—marking the band’s first-ever Top 10 entry.
It’s the perfect song to boost your motivation during a workout, delivering a fiery message that feels like it’s telling you, “Now’s the time to get moving!”—sure to ignite your determination.