Classic songs that celebrate courage. Recommended popular tracks.
I’ve put together a playlist of classic Japanese songs with the theme of courage.
Because the lyrics are in Japanese, I think the songs’ messages can reach listeners more directly.
When you want to push yourself a bit more, need a nudge, or want some encouragement, music will be there by your side.
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Classic songs that sing of courage. Recommended popular tracks (131–140)
Dear, boyHump Back
This is Hump Back’s major-label debut song, an anthem that sings of challenging your dreams and holding onto hope.
With a powerful sound and lyrics that resonate, it gently gives a warm push to those facing setbacks and anxieties.
Created with thoughts of the bandmates from their high school days, the track was featured as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “BUZZ RHYTHM 02” in June 2018 and as the theme song for Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting’s coverage of the 102nd National High School Baseball Championship Kumamoto Tournament, capturing the hearts of many.
If you listen to it in moments when life in a new environment wears you down, or during times when motivation is hard to find, you’ll feel the energy to face tomorrow welling up inside.
That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19
The duo’s harmonies, the falsetto in the chorus, and the vibrato all feel truly pleasant to listen to.
It’s a warm, encouraging song and one that represents 19.
It’s still a song you often hear at karaoke, and its straightforward lyrics and the harmonica tone toward the end are sure to give you courage.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
With its strong vocals and powerful sound, this is a song that slips right into your ears.
When I listen to their music, I can’t help but be astonished, wondering why it gives me so much energy.
It’s a track I recommend when you want to summon courage from the depths of your being or when you’re feeling utterly down.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru
A song packed with the charms of yama and Bocchi Boromaru.
Centered on themes of hope and courage for the future, it sings of the strength to overcome hardships.
Released in October 2023, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon.
The lyric “piercing through the clouds” is especially memorable, depicting the protagonist moving forward toward the future.
With an up-tempo, rock-infused sound, it would fit well with a brisk exit scene.
When you need the courage to chase your dreams and hopes, why not give this song a listen?
dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
It’s a song that embodies a man among men.
In the chorus, you can really feel the presence of a “grown man” who’s been through a lot.
The acoustic guitar sounds cool and makes you think, this is what a true rock ’n’ roller is.
It’s a track I definitely want younger listeners to hear.