[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!
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[Cheer Songs] J-Pop tracks to listen to when you're troubled, lost, or anxious (141–150)
Why Don’t You Play in Hell?Hoshino Gen
This is a celebrated masterpiece by Gen Hoshino, praised as a soul-baring song that candidly voices profound despair and loneliness.
Born from his time battling illness in a hospital room, the piece powerfully portrays a person struggling on in the face of hopeless circumstances.
Though a pop song, its sophisticated arrangement deftly weaves in elements of jazz and funk, brilliantly expressing emotions swaying between life and death.
Released in October 2013, it was created as a movie’s theme song and carries Hoshino’s earnest feelings as he awaited surgery.
The grand soundscape, adorned with lavish strings and a horn section, conveys a fierce will to claw one’s way back from the brink of despair.
It’s a track you should listen to when you’re exhausted by life and on the verge of breaking.
It will surely resonate with anyone who, even while confronting harsh realities, still strives to look ahead and keep moving forward.
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
A gem of a track by BUMP OF CHICKEN, beautifully depicting an inner landscape that reexamines the vastness of the universe and the direction of one’s life.
Using the starry sky as a metaphor, it unfolds to reveal anxieties and expectations for the future—and a steady sense of hope—making it a memorable masterpiece.
Released in March 2001 as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama “Celestial Observation,” the piece had a major impact on the music scene as a milestone of J-ROCK.
It is also included on the album THE LIVING DEAD.
It’s a song that gently encourages those who hesitate to move forward or carry vague anxieties.
Beginners may struggle with the performance at first, but once you grasp the pattern, it’s a joy to play!
silhouetteKANA-BOON
This is a KANA-BOON track characterized by exhilarating guitar riffs and an energetic band sound.
Embedding a message about the importance of continuing to protect what matters during the process of growing up, the song conveys that past experiences and encounters shape who we are today.
Released as a single from Ki/oon Music in November 2014, it was also included on the album TIME.
It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Naruto Shippuden and reached No.
11 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s approachable as a guitar practice piece, with an appealing fusion of melodious elements and rock sound.
Recommended for those just starting guitar or anyone looking to explore rock music.
SHAMROCKUVERworld
This song is imbued with a wish for good fortune and a strong will to make that wish come true.
Alongside the band’s distinctive sound, its positive message and refreshing melody resonate deeply.
Released as a single in August 2006, it was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Dandori.
~Dance☆Drill~” and is also included on the album “BUGRIGHT.” It became a track that highlights UVERworld’s musical style and lyrical message.
Even beginners will find it simple and approachable.
Shut up.Ado
A major debut song featuring a bold, punchy sound and highly message-driven lyrics.
The strongly assertive words and powerful vocals bring out Ado’s individuality to the fullest.
Since its release in October 2020, it has resonated with many young people and earned high acclaim as one of Ado’s signature tracks.
It’s a song that gives a push to those who struggle to express their feelings honestly or who are tired of society’s judgments.
The provocative lyrics carry a message about the importance of living true to yourself—one that will stir your spirit.
Zankyo SankaAimer
This song blends a powerful vocal performance with a grand, expansive sound.
It carries a determination to overcome past pain and inner conflict and move toward the future, deeply stirring the hearts of listeners.
Released digitally in December 2021, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc, earning high praise as a work in which Aimer’s vocal prowess and the anime’s worldview harmonize beautifully.
It’s a track I want you to hear if you’re standing at a crossroads in life, feeling lost or anxious.
It stays close to your resolve to face forward and gives you the courage to take a new step.
Kaikai KitanEVE
This is a song by Eve with lyrics that seem to tell the story of humanity’s mysterious endeavors and an impressive, fast-paced sound.
Its unique worldview—dark yet infused with hope—gives you the courage to keep facing yourself.
Released in October 2020, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and has surpassed 400 million streams.
Seamlessly fused with the anime’s world, this piece will surely give you a gentle push when you feel like you’re losing your sense of self, when you’re lost, or when you’ve come to a standstill.