Western songs that give you courage for job hunting: iconic and popular tracks from around the world
When it comes to job-hunting songs, I get the impression that many Japanese tracks deliver heartfelt messages straight to the point, but this time I’d like to introduce some Western motivational songs.
Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, their energetic sound will lift your spirits.
You may feel anxious about the unknown experiences ahead and the challenge of entering society, but hang in there—you’ve got this.
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Western pop songs that give you courage for job hunting: World-famous classics and popular tracks (1–10)
Take On Mea-ha
It’s a three-member band from Norway formed in 1982.
They’re also known for performing the theme song for the 1994 Lillehammer Paralympics and the theme for the 2009 World Championships in Athletics in Berlin.
Their music is frequently used on Japanese TV programs and other media.
Live ForeverOasis
Even in hopeless times, there’s a single ray of light that gives us hope.
That’s Oasis’s masterpiece, “Live Forever.” Its lyrics strongly reflect the band’s background of clawing their way up from harsh circumstances.
You may feel lonely, overwhelmed by studying for exams.
But their voices gently nudge you forward with a firm resolve to “live on no matter what.” In Japan, the song is also known as the theme for the film BECK, and because it’s a track loved by so many, it’s sure to give exam-takers confidence and courage as well.
Why not feel the power rising from deep within?
heroMariah Carey
Mariah Carey, the American diva also famous for singing Christmas songs, had a hit with the song “Hero” in the early 1990s.
“Hero” features lyrics about finding the hero within yourself, delivered with Mariah’s celebrated vocal prowess, said to span multiple octaves.
Job-hunting encouragement songs in Western music that give you courage: World-famous and popular tracks (11–20)
Welcome To The JungleGuns N’ Roses
They’re a world-class rock band with over 100 million albums sold globally.
This song is overwhelmingly popular among fans and always brings the house down at live shows.
It’s guaranteed to get you pumped.
Black Or WhiteMichael Jackson
Michael Jackson, the undisputed King of Pop.
Despite its poppy sound, this song takes a stand against racial discrimination.
The music video is also captivating: Michael performs dances inspired by various cultures from around the world, and the way each style is ultimately transformed into his signature moves is absolutely breathtaking.
Walk This WayAerosmith
A famous song by Aerosmith.
It was also used as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Odoru! Sanma Goten!!,” making it familiar to many Japanese listeners.
The dance-inducing riff is striking, and it’s a sound that brings overwhelming excitement at live shows.
Just oneHoobastank
Life doesn’t always go the way we want.
In fact, things go wrong more often than not.
But I believe that repeating failures over and over in order to grasp that single success is precisely what leads to ultimate victory and achievement.
When I listen to this song, I feel a strong push on my back, and even if I fail, I’m motivated to try again.