Pass Exam Prayer: Recommended for Test Takers! A Collection of Western Pop/Rock Pep Songs [2026]

Eye Of The TigerSurvivor

Survivor – Eye Of The Tiger (Official HD Video)

Survivor “Eye of the Tiger” (1982) / 2015 HQ REMAKE (image) / +Original Japanese translated lyrics subtitles

Survivor is a band that enjoyed tremendous success from the mid to late 1980s.

With a vocalist known for a distinctive husky voice, they created numerous classics centered on melodic hard rock.

Their signature song, “Eye of the Tiger,” was used as the theme for the blockbuster film Rocky III.

Featuring an intensely fiery melody and lyrics that celebrate the importance of continuing to fight, the track gained widespread popularity and won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance.

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Title HolderThe Interrupters

The Interrupters – “Title Holder” (Lyric Video)

Not only have The Interrupters been leading the ska-punk scene since the 2010s, but while staying true to their core sound, they’ve also earned worldwide popularity with a flexible approach—for example, their cover of Billie Eilish’s hit “Bad Guy” has surpassed 7.6 million views on YouTube.

In 2022, they released the long-awaited new album In The Wild, further building momentum.

The song we’re featuring here, “Title Holder,” is a fantastic, feel-good killer tune that opens their third album, 2018’s Fight the Good Fight.

Literally, the title means “championship holder,” and the lyrics powerfully urge you to fight without fear like a chosen warrior, never give up, and keep challenging yourself—sure to encourage anyone battling through the “exam wars.” It’s great how they deliver an irresistibly catchy melody with brisk ska-punk and 2 Tone vibes.

And frontwoman Aimee Interrupter’s husky vocals are absolutely top-notch!

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Good JobAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – Good Job (Official Audio)

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The song I want all students fighting in the thick of the entrance-exam wars to hear is Alicia Keys’s “Good Job.” It’s a single from her 2020 album “Alicia,” which reached No.

4 on the U.S.

R&B chart.

Originally, it was a message song for healthcare workers on the front lines of COVID-19 and for people in affected professions, but it’s also an anthem of support for unsung individuals who work hard out of the spotlight.

When you feel like your studies are getting the better of you, give “Good Job” a listen!

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Hamada Takuya

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Love MyselfHailee Steinfeld

Hailee Steinfeld – Love Myself (Official Video)

Western music Japanese translation Hailee Steinfeld – Love Myself

An energetic dance-pop track themed around self-love and self-affirmation.

Hailee Steinfeld’s powerful vocals are sure to resonate with students preparing for exams.

The lyrics, which emphasize valuing yourself and having confidence, will help you power through the solitude of studying.

Released in August 2015, the song reached high positions on the Billboard charts.

It was also featured on the soundtracks of the films Jem and the Holograms and Blockers, capturing the hearts of many.

When you feel like you’re losing yourself, try listening to this song to lift your spirits.

I’m The BestNicki Minaj

I’m The Best

There are days when you lose confidence, right? At times like that, I want you to listen to “I’m The Best.” It’s a track from Nicki Minaj’s album Pink Friday.

The lyrics depict her journey from her younger days to success, conveying the message, “I’m strong because I’ve overcome so many challenges.” Why not listen to it while reflecting on your own days of studying hard?

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yamamoto

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