Pass Exam Prayer: Recommended for Test Takers! A Collection of Western Pop/Rock Pep Songs [2026]
Being an exam candidate is a solitary battle, and it’s easy to end up feeling lonely.
It’s also hard to keep your motivation up until the results come out, and you can’t help wanting a spark to break through the situation.
To help you get through the long, tough road to the big day, this article has handpicked the perfect anthems for exam-takers who love Western music, offering a diverse selection from timeless classics to recent hits.
From killer tunes with powerful sound that will strongly support your steps, to songs that gently stay by your side when you just can’t get in the mood, you’re sure to encounter English-language masterpieces that will give you strength!
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Exam Success Prayers: Recommended for Test-Takers! A Collection of Motivational Western Songs [2026] (61–70)
Don’t Stop Believin’Journey
Journey is a rock band that has produced numerous classic hits, known for many works that move and inspire.
Among them, the song we especially recommend to students preparing for entrance exams is Don’t Stop Believin’.
The title means “Don’t stop believing” in Japanese, and as the title suggests, it’s well known as a cheer song.
Rather than focusing on a single protagonist, it portrays various characters heading to the big city in pursuit of their dreams.
Many of the lyrics resonate with exam-takers as well, so be sure to check out the Japanese translation, too.
BreakawayKelly Clarkson
It’s a song by Kelly Clarkson released in 2004, included on the soundtrack of the movie The Princess Diaries 2.
The lyrics are wonderful, and Kelly’s supple vocals feel like they’re cheering on students who are fighting hard every day.
As you decide your future path, you may feel lost or troubled at times, but all the effort you’ve put in will surely be rewarded—so face it without fear.
iKendrick Lamar
This song is about pumping yourself up so you won’t lose to those around you.
When you’re feeling nervous before an exam, I think listening to it can instantly make you feel strong.
Please give it a listen when you’re feeling down and let it give you courage.
Born This WayLady Gaga
Lady Gaga’s smash hit “Born This Way” took the world by storm.
It’s such a famous song that many students preparing for entrance exams probably know it.
In Japan, the track is often seen as upbeat dance music, but overseas it’s actually well-known as a classic anthem of encouragement.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of living true to yourself, but during exam season it’s easy to compare yourself to others.
Many may even feel inferior.
For those feeling that way, why not listen to this song and refocus on embracing who you are?
HeroMariah Carey
Mariah Carey’s classic song “Hero,” released in 1993, features lyrics that stir up the courage within, with messages like “the hero lies in you” and “everyone can be a hero.” When your target school feels out of reach, it’s easy to lose confidence.
If that sounds like you, try listening to this song to rouse the “hero,” that is, the courage within you, and give your exam studies some momentum.