Songs that help you work hard. Cheer songs for working people.
Commuting on a packed train, tackling an endless pile of work, diving into bed the moment you get home, and before you know it—it’s morning again…
In this article, we’re introducing cheer-up songs to fuel the spirits of all you hard-working folks!
We’ve gathered tracks that will powerfully—and sometimes gently—support you in all kinds of moments: when work isn’t going well, when you need healing, or when you want a little push.
When you’re tired, try listening to your favorite songs.
We’re cheering for you, who work so hard!
- An encouraging work song for office workers
- [A Cheer for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best
- [Motivation Injection] Songs to listen to on days when you don't want to go to work
- Work songs: recommended masterpieces and popular tracks
- [A Life-Affirming Anthem] An Encouraging Song to Cheer You On
- I want to quit my job!! Uplifting songs to listen to when work is tough
- Songs that make you feel positive when you listen. Top recommended cheer and positive tracks.
- [For those doing their best] A collection of motivational cheer songs
- An uplifting song with great lyrics. A wonderful, memorable message that stays with your heart.
- Just by listening, you’ll feel braver! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation
- Take the first step!! Songs that give you courage, songs that make you persevere when you listen
- [For those who strive] An encouraging cheer song
- [Today's Cheer Song] To everyone giving it your all! A gem of an inspiring anthem that resonates with the heart
Songs that help you work hard: Cheer-up anthems for working people (51–60)
Don’t give upZARD
This is the sixth single by ZARD, a music unit formed around vocalist Izumi Sakai, who passed away suddenly in 2007.
Since its release, it has often been used in variety shows during scenes where someone is taking on a challenge, making it a song very familiar to many Japanese people.
With Izumi Sakai’s warm, embracing vocals, uplifting lyrics that give you a push forward, and a catchy, singable melody, it’s a number that’s sure to give you strength when you listen to it on your way to work.
Give it some guts!!Urufuruzu
Guts Da ze!!” is the hit song that put Ulfuls on the map.
Life throws all kinds of things at you—sometimes you fail, sometimes you cry—but no matter what, charge ahead with grit! Packed with that fiery spirit, this track is a go-to “victory song” for many, just like a lucky outfit.
Its irresistibly bouncy dance beat lights a fire in your heart when you’re about to lose confidence.
It’s an energizing tune we hope you’ll play not just for work challenges, but anytime you’re feeling down!
Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru
This is a song that was also used as the theme for Sumitomo Life’s new product “1UP.” When we’re alive, we vaguely wonder about our own necessity—many people surely struggle with that, right? Takahara Pistol’s song “Yo, You Young People” tells those who are worried and impatient, “It’s okay to be just as you are,” putting a stop to the panic.
Seeing someone who’s good at their job can make you question whether you’re doing enough, but there’s no need to compare yourself and deny who you are.
The more someone is trying their best, the more the song’s cheer—“Don’t lose yourself”—will resonate in their heart.
WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes, Start a MovementH Jungle with T
Now considered a heavyweight duo in the comedy world, Downtown’s Masatoshi Hamada made his CD debut with the song “WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes you’ve gotta make a movement~.” As the artist name H Jungle with t suggests, it’s a collaboration between Hamada and music producer Tetsuya Komuro.
The song was a huge hit at the time and caused a major sensation.
There’s even a spoken part where his partner Hitoshi Matsumoto joins in.
It’s an upbeat, mood-lifting track I highly recommend.
Songs that help you work hard: Cheer songs for working people (61–70)
One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
One of the signature songs by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS from when they were a three-member group.
It became a big hit as the support song for the 92nd Summer Koshien, and its lyrics—overlapping with the image of hard-working high school baseball players—brought tears to everyone who watched.
The lyric theme, “Because we have dreams, we can overcome hardships,” is especially encouraging for anyone going through a tough time.
Taking the first step is hard and takes courage, but like this song, I hope you believe in yourself and keep pushing forward.
Highly recommended for everyone who’s giving it their all—definitely give it a listen!
It’s us.imase
If you’re feeling anxious or irritated about your current situation and don’t know what to do, I recommend “Bokurada” by imase.
New employees who’ve just joined a company and anyone still early in their career will especially relate.
The lyrics portray a strong determination to seize a future true to oneself by overcoming things one by one, even though every day feels stifling under so many rules.
If things aren’t going well and every day feels boring, let this song give you hope.
NO MORE CRYD-51
Even before their indie debut, the male duo D-51 had attracted attention for their talent, selling 5,000 singles by hand during their amateur days.
Their major-label third single, “NO MORE CRY,” was used as the theme song for the TV drama Gokusen and became a massive hit.
Its message—breaking away from a negative self and moving toward a bright future—gives you a push on the back and may help rouse a heart weighed down by stress.
With a catchy, sing-along melody that bolsters the spirit, it’s a refreshing pop tune.