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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!

Tear-jerking motivational songs in Western music (41–50)

My Life Would Suck Without YouKelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson – My Life Would Suck Without You (Official Video)
My Life Would Suck Without YouKelly Clarkson

This is a song released in 2009 by Kelly Clarkson, who is hugely popular as an American pop-rock singer.

It’s a very uplifting song—absolutely flawless.

It’s truly a great track.

Her vocals are beautiful and outstanding.

I highly recommend it as an encouraging song.

Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson – Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You) [Official Video]
Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)Kelly Clarkson

This is a track marked by a powerful beat and catchy melody, singing about the courage to overcome adversity.

Released in January 2012 from the album “Stronger” by American artist Kelly Clarkson, it’s an uptempo dance-pop song.

It topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks and became a massive hit, surpassing 4.95 million digital downloads.

The story of a protagonist who rediscovers her own strength after heartbreak blends perfectly with the dynamic sound produced by Greg Kurstin.

Beloved as a staple for cheer routines, it’s also the perfect song to lift the mood at parties, during workouts, or any moment you want to feel positive and energized.

Need You NowLady Antebellum

Lady Antebellum – Need You Now
Need You NowLady Antebellum

This is a song by the American country music trio Lady Antebellum, characterized by their heartwarming vocals and sound.

The lyrics, which sing about needing you right now, resonate whether you still have feelings for an ex or you’re thinking of a long-distance lover far away.

Their signature male-female harmonies are beautiful, and just listening to the song is encouraging.

Together StrongerManic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers – Together Stronger (C’mon Wales) [Official Video]
Together StrongerManic Street Preachers

A magnificent arena-rock masterpiece, imbued with Welsh pride, was delivered by Wales’ Manic Street Preachers for the UEFA Euro 2016.

Marked by powerful melodies and choral work, the song served as the official anthem for the Wales national football team, uniting the hearts of the players and supporters.

Released in May 2016 with all proceeds donated, the track deftly fuses power pop and arena rock into an exhilarating sound that invites mass sing-alongs from stadium-filling crowds.

As an anthem that colored moments of glory, it was performed at the homecoming celebration at Cardiff City Stadium and has remained deeply etched in the hearts of football fans.

It’s also a recommended track for watching sports or as driving music when you want to boost your energy.

Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix)OMI

OMI – Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix) (Official Video) [Ultra Records]
Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix)OMI

As the title suggests, it’s a cheerleader song that’s perfect as an uplifting anthem.

With a comfortable tempo, it also sings of a budding romance—“the one who’s always there when I need her, my very own cheerleader.” I highly recommend it to anyone who wishes they had their own cheerleader.

Counting StarsOneRepublic

OneRepublic – Counting Stars
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.

I Believe I Can FlyR. Kelly

It’s a classic American graduation song, strongly associated with elementary school graduation ceremonies.

It also seems to be popular as a wedding song.

The song carries the message that you can do anything if you believe in yourself.

It’s a beautiful ballad that inspires hope for the future.