[Cheering Songs] Japanese tracks to listen to when you’re troubled, lost, or feeling anxious
As we go through life, everyone experiences anxiety and the like.
Even within that anxiety, there can be confusion, worries, and all sorts of things.
Here, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of uplifting songs that will support your heart in times like these!
If you’re looking for a way to deal with the negative feelings you’re carrying right now, be sure to read to the end!
I’m sure you’ll find songs that truly resonate with your feelings.
There are plenty of tracks that can even turn your anxiety into something positive, so try finding the ones that suit you!
- [Love Songs] Carefully selected Japanese tracks that comfort feelings of anxiety!
- [When you’re troubled] A life anthem that stands by your side
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- [A Cheer for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best
- Timeless songs that sing of hopes and dreams. Masterpieces that lead those who strive toward the future.
- [For those doing their best] A comforting song to listen to when you're tired of life
- [Healing] A song that eases worries and anxiety and puts your mind at ease. A comforting song.
- [Yami Song] Fight darkness with darkness!? Deep tracks that stay close to your pain
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- [Dark Songs] A carefully curated selection of deeply dark tracks and heartbreaking songs that accompany you in tough times
- A famous song about setbacks. A song that stays by your side when times are tough or you feel like giving up.
- Just by listening, you’ll feel braver! Cheer songs recommended for the Yutori generation
[Cheer Songs] J-Pop tracks to listen to when you’re struggling, lost, or anxious (91–100)
Night MusicMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that gently envelops the solitary moments of facing oneself in the stillness of the night.
The longing to be loved, the desire to convey the pain buried deep within the heart—yet being unable to put it into words…
Such tender, aching emotions are expressed through delicate melodies and a dreamlike soundscape.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in January 2024 as the theme song for the film “Silent Love,” the track drew a huge response, surpassing 100 million streams on Billboard Japan.
On nights when you can’t face your own weakness, or when your heart feels like it’s about to break, let this song stay by your side—it will surely bring you solace.
Endless road19
Released in 2000, “Endless Road” is a song that captures the feelings you have when setting out on a journey.
I think it really fits the emotions of moving to a big city or studying abroad.
That moment of parting is both lonely and full of hope.
The fluttering excitement of wondering what kind of future awaits you—some people say that feeling becomes their driving force.
It’s a slightly fragile yet beautiful number that gives you courage.
It brings back memories of everyone from your hometown and your original intentions!
OneRIP SLYME
“One” is RIP SLYME’s third single.
It was released in October 2001.
This song also became the track that brought RIP SLYME wider recognition.
As the title “One” suggests, it’s an uplifting song with memorable lyrics that say you are the only one in the world.
single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s electrifying, heart-pounding track has been chosen as the opening theme for Season 6 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.
The powerful vocals and band sound vividly express earnest emotions, resonate deeply, and push forward those who strive with unwavering determination.
Released in November 2022, the song aligns perfectly with the anime’s worldview, carrying messages that mirror the protagonists as they face adversity.
As a fast-paced anthem that inspires self-belief and the courage to keep moving without giving up, it’s highly recommended when deadlines loom or when you need to flip your motivation switch.
The BeginningONE OK ROCK
An empowering anthem that gives a strong push toward a hope-filled future.
Through the protagonist who keeps searching for a reason to move forward, this song gives you the courage to overcome setbacks and hardship.
Featuring ONE OK ROCK’s powerful sound and passionate vocals, this memorable track was released in August 2012 and gained attention as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin.
The film and the song’s worldview harmonize beautifully, movingly depicting the protagonist’s resolve to face the past and take a new step forward.
When you stand at a crossroads in life and feel anxious about the future, listening to this song is sure to give you a supportive push.
one’s true feelingssumika
An encouraging song that gently embraces life’s doubts and inner struggles—about moving forward while battling the urge to give up.
It carefully portrays the setbacks and loneliness everyone feels at least once, and the way we overcome them by supporting one another.
With a warm melody that lights the way like a beacon of hope and a powerful, inspiring message, this work was written as the official support song for the 99th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, and from April 2021 it was also featured in a TV commercial for Aisin Corporation.
It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who’s chosen their own path but still feels uncertain, and to those who want to cheer on friends striving toward their dreams.
rainbow-coloredayaka
It’s a rousing anthem whose powerful, life-giving vocals and warm, embracing melodies resonate deep in the heart.
It gently paints the strength to overcome any hardship and the hopeful future that awaits beyond.
The lyrics, which speak to the new vistas revealed through painful experiences and the importance of moving forward step by step, stay close to the listener and give them courage.
Ayaka’s 13th single was newly written in June 2014 as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako and Anne.” This work is an encouraging message song that speaks to everyone standing at a crossroads in life, feeling anxiety or uncertainty.
It’s a track we especially hope will reach those taking a new step forward or harboring vague worries about the future.