[2026] Go for it! Popular Uplifting and Motivational Songs in Western Music

Can’t Hold Us feat. Ray DaltonMacklemore & Ryan Lewis

MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS – CAN’T HOLD US FEAT. RAY DALTON (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

An ambitious work that conveys a forward-looking message full of courage and hope, set to an energetic beat and powerful melodies.

The sound delivered by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis—an impressive fusion of pop hip-hop and funk—inspires listeners’ hearts.

Preaching self-affirmation, the courage to face adversity, and the importance of bonds with friends, this piece topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 2013.

It also won Best Hip-Hop Video at the MTV Video Music Awards the same year.

Featured in TV commercials for Miller Genuine Draft and Microsoft, it has garnered broad support across audiences.

It’s the perfect track to boost your motivation—whether during your morning commute or before a workout warm-up.

A Good, Good Day At LastOK Go

OK Go – A Good, Good Day At Last (Official Visualizer by TRUF Creative)

A powerful new song that captures the moment when long darkness finally gives way to the long-awaited light has arrived from OK Go, the Chicago-based band.

Its poetic lyrics, where light and shadow intersect, and the warm melodies born from collaborations with stellar artists like Ben Harper and Shalaya Fearing, resonate deeply.

Released in February 2025 as the lead single from the album “And the Adjacent Possible,” this track marks a long-awaited return—OK Go’s first new work in about a decade.

Brimming with positivity and hope, the song carries a quiet strength that gently supports those striving to overcome difficult times.

True to OK Go’s reputation for unforgettable music videos, the lyric video directed by Adam G is also a must-see.

On Top of the WorldImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – On Top Of The World (Official Music Video)

A refreshing and energetic track from American band Imagine Dragons.

Celebrating the joy and sense of achievement of reaching the top of the world, this song is marked by its bright, uplifting message and breezy melody.

Released in March 2013, it was also featured on the soundtrack of the video game FIFA 13.

With lyrics that honor success earned through hard work, it inspires courage and hope in listeners.

It’s a perfect pick for starting your day on a positive note, whether on a morning run or during your commute.

Mamushi (feat. Yuki Chiba)Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion – Mamushi (feat. Yuki Chiba) [Official Video]

The new song by American rapper Megan Thee Stallion is a track that celebrates overwhelming confidence and success.

Through a collaboration with Japanese rapper Yuki Chiba, it unfolds a unique world where English and Japanese intertwine.

Calling herself a star and flaunting material success, the lyrics are sure to give listeners confidence and energy.

Released in July 2024, the track reached No.

36 on the Billboard Hot 100, and its performance at the MTV Video Music Awards also made waves.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to feel empowered or boost your mood.

The Sun Always Shines On TVa-ha

a-ha – The Sun Always Shines on T.V. (Official Video)

These three from Norway took the world by storm in no time.

Their great songs and idol-like looks became a hot topic worldwide, and they became hugely popular in Japan as well.

This signature track, with its exhilarating tempo, is uplifting and also works brilliantly as a motivational anthem.

Fool’s GoldFitz and the Tantrums

Fitz & The Tantrums – Fools Gold [Official Video]

The title “Fool’s Gold” is wonderful.

This phrase has been used in the West since long ago, like a proverb or saying.

It’s also a title that can lift your spirits.

Since worries are universal, that’s all the more reason to cheer up.

BrokenheartedKarmin

Karmin – Brokenhearted (Official Video)

This is a song I especially want young people who’ve stopped listening to music to hear.

At first, you might feel it’s just another ordinary track.

But this woman’s voice will surely release your worries and make them lighter.

From far across the world, she’s cheering you on, saying, “Don’t stay down all the time.”