Songs I want to listen to when I'm tired from work
When you’re worn out from working hard every day, what kind of songs do you feel like listening to?
If you’ve just finished a project, you probably want to hear something warm that says, “Great job!” and gives you a pat on the back.
On the other hand, when you know you still have to keep pushing from tomorrow, you’ll want songs that give you the energy to stay positive and keep going.
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs to listen to when you’re tired—just for you who work hard every day!
Let the songs we’re about to share encourage you and give you courage, and let’s keep doing our best together from tomorrow on!
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Songs to listen to when you're tired from work (101–110)
Misako-chanKobayashi Taro
A track from Taro Kobayashi’s first album, “Orkonpood.” It served as the theme song for the drama “Assistant Inspector Kenzo Yabe.” With its relaxed tempo and universal wording, combined with Kobayashi’s vocals, the song conveys a sense of wistfulness and transience.
It feels like a song for people who, in an unstable world, are on the verge of forgetting what’s important.
Recommended for those who want to relate to the lyrics and see themselves in them.
Neva EvaShimatani Hitomi
Hitomi Shimatani’s 25th single.
The image song for Nippon TV’s “Wrestling Broadcast 2007.” The music video is a skit-style piece set in an office, with Shimatani playing an office worker.
It’s a song about an OL whose love life and work aren’t going well, yet she still stands up for her own wishes.
Recommended for career-driven office workers with strong ambition.
Ugh, I’m so fed up.Maki Shinji
Isn’t it fine to get fed up once in a while? There’s no rule that says you can’t get tired or take a break.
Every now and then, listen to this song, relax your shoulders, let go, and say it out loud: “Ahhh, I’ve had enough!”
WINNERYoshii Kazuya
The sixth single by Kazuya Yoshii, vocalist of THE YELLOW MONKEY.
It served as the theme song for the Japanese-dubbed version of the film GOAL! 2.
Since the movie centers on soccer, the music video and lyrics also incorporate soccer elements.
The song encourages people who have hit a wall.
Recommended for those who want to keep pushing forward without giving up.
Hanjirō of the Hakone Eight RiHikawa Kiyoshi
The prince of the enka world has arrived! With that, Mr.
Hikawa captured the hearts of enka-loving women, especially older ladies.
His achievement in opening the door to audiences who hadn’t listened to enka before is immense.
When you’re tired of work and feeling fed up, sing the chorus of this song together!
Songs I Want to Listen to When I'm Tired from Work (111–120)
Crystal StarKANA-BOON
KANA-BOON’s second single.
They also released a single with the same title during their indie days, and this version is a re-recording.
While the song urges oneself to keep going as before, it also honestly confronts the desire to run away.
However, in the chorus, the singer likens themselves to a crystalline star and speaks positively about the future.
Recommended for anyone struggling with who they want to become.
aluminaNIGHTMARE
A track included on Nightmare’s ninth single, “the WORLD / Alumina.” It served as the ending theme for the anime DEATH NOTE.
The song was written with the anime’s protagonist, Light Yagami, in mind, and its lyrics reflect his sense of justice and convictions.
It’s about fighting alone, believing that the ideals only you can hold are right.
Recommended for those who want to trust themselves and seize their ideals.