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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Uplifting Western songs to encourage you in your job hunt: World-famous classics and popular tracks (21–30)
FootlooseKenny Loggins
The theme song from the 1984 film Footloose.
It’s a song familiar to many Japanese people, as it was also used in a McDonald’s commercial.
Another famous song by Kenny Loggins is Danger Zone, the theme song from the Tom Cruise–starring film Top Gun.
That one has also been used in commercials and is well known in Japan.
Immigrant SongLed Zeppelin
They are a charismatic rock band.
They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995, won the Japan Gold Disc Award in 2004, received a Grammy Award in 2005, and were inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2006.
Counting StarsOneRepublic
This song expresses the anxiety and impatience that come with chasing one’s dreams through a clear, airy vocal and an acoustic sound.
It carries a wish to value spiritual richness, not just money or material worth, and OneRepublic’s soulful performance truly resonates.
Released as a single from the March 2013 album “Native,” it became a major hit, reaching No.
2 on the U.S.
Billboard Hot 100 and No.
1 in the U.K.
It was also used over the end credits of the film “Earth to Echo.” It’s a track that gives you a gentle push forward, standing by those who face the future with unease yet want to keep moving ahead.
Perfect for your morning commute or when you’re taking on something new.
It’s My LifeBon Jovi
Released in May 2000, this is Bon Jovi’s 31st single, and it is also included on their seventh studio album, Crush, released in June the same year.
The song’s lyrics convey the message that you carve out your own life through your own strength, encouraging listeners to hold onto their convictions and never give up in the face of any hardship.
Don’t Stop Believin’Journey
For those of you who keep holding on to a belief and smoldering, or who want to take on a new challenge, I’d love for you to listen to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’.” The uplifting vocals and bright melody really stand out.
Facing school or a new job on your own can be really scary, right? But this song will surely give you courage!
