Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music
We’ve compiled a large collection of songs you’ll want to listen to when you want to cheer someone on—or when you need a boost yourself.
There are plenty of tracks that might just bring you to tears.
We’ve focused on Western music, so be sure to give them a listen!
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Tear-jerking motivational Western songs (11–20)
Still I FlySpencer Lee
The mellow anthem that was also used in the Disney movie Planes is a song you’ll want to listen to alone and really take in the lyrics.
Unlike clumsy words of encouragement like “You might not realize it, but the whole world is on your side right now” or “Give it your all this time,” it has many gentle lines that resonate when your motivation is low and you feel like you can’t quite give it your best.
22Lily Allen
A track released in 2009 by the British artist Lily Allen.
It’s about a 30-year-old woman who’s past her prime.
The track was a hit worldwide and was used in works such as the Brazilian soap opera Viver a Vida.
Counting StarsOneRepublic
This is a work released in June 2013 by OneRepublic, a pop-rock band from the United States.
It expresses the emotions of modern people swayed by materialism and anxiety about the future through an impressive folk-pop sound.
Included on the 2013 album “Native,” it became a major hit, reaching No.
2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No.
1 in the UK.
Used in the end credits of the film “Earth to Echo” and in the TV drama “Rookie Blue,” this song offers courage and hope in the face of adversity.
It also makes a great background track for school sports days, encouraging a spirit of challenge.
Free Fallin’John Mayer
Originally released by Tom Petty in 1989, this track is about regret.
It was selected by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.” A live version by American artist John Mayer was released in 2007.
Seven Nation ArmyThe White Stripes
A powerful rock anthem from the American rock duo The White Stripes, who captivated the world with fierce guitar riffs and overwhelming presence.
Born from the Detroit-based band, this rebellious track portrays the indomitable spirit of a protagonist who refuses to be controlled and stands firm in their own will.
Released in February 2003, it opens the album Elephant and won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song.
It made a huge impact on the global music scene and has been featured widely across media—from sports events and commercials to the film G.I.
Joe: Retaliation.
It’s recommended listening when you hit a wall in daily life or want to boost your motivation.
The song’s strength and energy are sure to give you new courage.