[You'll surely find one] A collection of uplifting songs perfect for you
Haven’t you ever felt like listening to uplifting songs when you’re feeling down after something unpleasant happens, when you want to get motivated, or when you need the courage to take a step forward?
I’m sure everyone has experienced how listening to music can lift your spirits and make you feel better.
So in this article, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of songs to listen to when you want a boost!
From classic cheer-up anthems to tracks with lyrics that gently support our hearts, we’ve gathered a variety of styles and messages.
Find the one song that fits you perfectly and give it a listen at that crucial moment!
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So, you’re not alone.Little Glee Monster
There are many situations when you might say you want to “cheer up,” but this song—also chosen as a theme song for the anime My Hero Academia—gives you the strength to keep going when you feel like you’re about to break.
My Hero Academia has a lot of popular theme songs with messages that feel like an encouraging pep talk! As the title suggests, this track will support your heart by saying, “You’re not alone anymore, so keep moving forward without giving up!!” It feels both comforting and empowering, like a gentle push on your back.
Listening to this song might remind you that you’ve got friends around you who will help you.
You, the Sheep, and the BlueRADWIMPS
If you’re feeling unmotivated and want to reclaim that youthful energy, I highly recommend this song by the rock band RADWIMPS.
It’s an up-tempo track with a striking guitar riff that carries an Irish vibe, and just listening to it will have your spirits steadily soaring.
But the greatest charm of this song lies in its lyrics, which rekindle the fever of youth.
Everyone has a time in their own history when they ran full tilt through their adolescence; when you listen to this song, those memories come rushing back and you’ll find yourself thinking, “I’ve still got a lot more fight in me!”
Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi
Elephant Kashimashi’s “Oretachi no Asu” is a song that gives you strength just by listening to it.
You can also draw power from vocalist Hiroji Miyamoto’s singing stance—it’s an incredibly uplifting track.
Released in 2007 as their 34th single, the band has been around a long time, and they’ve only grown deeper with age.
The lyrics reignite a downcast heart, and it’s no exaggeration to say they give you the power to say, “I’ll live again tomorrow!” It’s a highly recommended song that can move you to tears just by listening—soothing and full of energy.
I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu
Ue o Muite Arukou has a soothing quality just by listening, with a gentle melody and lyrics.
Released as a single by Kyu Sakamoto in 1961, it became such a big hit that it was reissued many times.
It was also released overseas as “SUKIYAKI,” topping the Billboard charts and gaining huge popularity.
The lyrics may feel a little bittersweet, but the song stays close to you when you’re feeling down.
By the time you reach the end, it gives you energy and makes you think, “I’ll do my best again!” Be sure to listen to it when you need that extra push.
peace signYonezu Kenshi
When you’re feeling down after a setback and need the strength to get back on your feet, I recommend this song—one of singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu’s signature tracks.
Its cool, up-tempo rock vibe is distinctive, and Yonezu’s sleek vocals stand out even more.
Created as the theme song for the anime My Hero Academia, it pairs a powerful, encouraging message with the music, and by the time you finish listening, I think your spirits will be lifted.
There’s always tomorrowRe:Japan
Re:Japan’s revival of Kyu Sakamoto’s big hit, “Ashita ga Aru sa.” Formed for a limited period from 2001 to 2002 in connection with the Georgia canned coffee TV commercials, Re:Japan was a group of 11 comedians from Yoshimoto Kogyo.
I think this is a song that will surely resonate with Japanese listeners and lift their spirits.
The lyrics gently support a downcast heart and let you see a bright light for tomorrow.
The melody is soothing too, so just listening to it is healing.
dissonanceKeyakizaka46
It’s a song by the popular idol group Keyakizaka46.
Ever since their debut, they’ve had many cool tracks that aren’t idol-like in a good way, and this one also carries a strong message.
I think it’s a song that fills you with strength and lifts your spirits when you listen to it.