[Mood-Boosting Japanese Music / J-POP] Sky-High Hype & Chill Lift! A Collection of Up-Tempo Classics
Want to get hyped listening to music?
Here’s a recommended collection of classic Japanese hits and J-pop tunes.
Your favorite songs can boost your motivation every day and get you excited, right?
Up-tempo beats and irresistibly catchy rhythms will draw you in and fill you with energy.
Songs with rebellious lyrics or bright, uplifting messages that put you in a good mood are also super appealing.
We’ve picked tracks that make you want to sing along, and ones that are perfect as BGM for driving or sports!
From trendy new numbers to timeless crowd-pleasers, let’s listen to a variety of mood-lifting songs and make it a great day!
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SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
It is the theme song of the film Solanin, with lyrics adapted from the song “Solanin” that appears in the original manga; Masafumi Gotoh composed the music after partially editing those lyrics.
Although it’s an up-tempo track, it portrays both a sense of sorrow and hope for the future.
In the film, Meiko and Taneda passionately perform the song, leaving a powerful impression as “the song that connects the two’s feelings.”
Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Momoclo always gives off an energetic vibe, with lots of up-tempo songs.
From their tracks, I recommend their major-label debut, “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo.” It’s one of Momoclo’s signature songs, and it’s an irresistibly upbeat track that will get you pumped.
The most memorable part is the chorus with that shrimp-backbend-style dance.
It might be hard to pull off as effortlessly as the members do, but the song’s fast pace and the unusual moves really make you want to try it.
It’s the perfect number for anyone who wants to go all-in, get moving, and work up a sweat to an up-tempo beat!
Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE
The breakthrough hit that sparked an era for ORANGE RANGE.
When you think of ORANGE RANGE, it’s gotta be summer, right? This catchy track likens a guy’s ulterior motives to the summer seaside, and it’ll get you grooving! The unique rhythm is addictive, too.
It’s a song that makes you happy without fail, and it’s perfect for getting fired up while driving along the beach!
Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS
Because we know the structure of the whole song, that softly sung opening hits even harder.
The Blue Hearts shattered preconceived notions, common sense, and the values that had defined rock and punk up to that point.
Even though the band is no longer around, that spirit still lives on in listeners’ hearts.
It’s a max-tension track that makes you forget everything unpleasant or sad.
Wake up!AAA
An upbeat AAA number that lifts your spirits from the very start with bright, energetic vocals and melody! It was used as an opening theme for the anime ONE PIECE.
The lyrics convey the ONE PIECE worldview, encouraging you to face forward and keep moving to seize your dreams.
While AAA is wonderful when they sing gentle, soothing songs or cool, stylish tracks, these bright songs that let you feel the members’ sparkling presence are just so energizing! The uptempo beat enhances the song’s brightness and liveliness, making it perfect as background music when you head out for leisure, too!
Ah, Osaka dreamin’ nightDoutsuitare Honpo
A track by Dotsuitare Hompo, one of the teams from Hypnosis Mic, a rap project with original music performed by 18 male voice actors.
The rap, performed in Osaka dialect, sticks in your head and won’t let go! No matter how down you feel, this string of casual phrases sung in Osaka dialect is sure to put a smile on your face!
Heart-throbbingHinatazaka46
This was their first release as Hinatazaka46 after changing their name from Keyakizaka46.
It came out in March 2019.
The lyrics, written from a male perspective, overflow with the feelings of unrequited love.
The dance in the music video is adorable—truly heart-fluttering.
The four-on-the-floor sound makes it easy to groove to and really lifts your spirits.
You can also feel a slightly cool vibe.
