[A Cheer for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best
Even when you’re giving it your all, sometimes things just don’t go well.
There are times when you feel like throwing in the towel, or you get so down that you withdraw into yourself.
In moments like that, how about listening to some music to gather the courage and strength to overcome hardships?
In this article, we’re introducing a special selection of cheer-up songs we’d love to dedicate to those who are doing their best.
Songs that lift you when you’re feeling low, songs that fire you up with a “Let’s go!” spirit, and songs that gently stay by your side.
May you find an anthem of encouragement that resonates with your heart.
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[A Song to Cheer Yourself On] A Cheer Anthem for You Who Are Doing Your Best (101–110)
Song Yellyuzu
If you’re someone who’s giving your all to something, you’ll probably run into a big wall at some point.
But just like the saying “a crisis is an opportunity,” once you overcome that wall, you’ll surely grow—by one size, maybe even two.
The lyrics carry that kind of encouraging message and give you a push forward.
It’s a song with a gentle yet relaxed, pop feel—very much in Yuzu’s style.
Dreamerberii guddoman
This is a song chosen as the 2020 ABC High School Baseball Power Song, released digitally in 2020 by the music group Berry Goodman, known for tracks like “Lion” and “Right Stand.” Although it’s unusual for a cheer song to be slow-tempo, its grand sound unfolds gently, wrapping and soothing the hearts of those who are giving their all.
Listening to this track—which evokes teammates striving together and people pressing forward in the present without fixating on results—may quietly kindle a flame in many listeners’ hearts.
Diamondberii guddoman
BERRY GOODMAN is a three-member vocal group that delivers warm, heartfelt songs.
The song I’m introducing, “Diamond,” is a motivational anthem filled with real feelings, created by collecting messages and stories from people working hard in sports and turning them into lyrics.
It was also selected as the campaign song for the McDonald’s Tournament, a youth rubber baseball championship.
There are times when you practice every day with the baseball gear your parents bought you and still lose the game.
But this song teaches us that it’s precisely that effort that truly matters—a genuine classic.
tomorrowberii guddoman
When you’re going through a tough time, “Ashita” by Berry Goodman gently reaches out a hand, encouraging you to take things one step at a time without pushing yourself.
It’s included on their 2022 digital EP “Choberigu.” The song conveys the message that even when you can’t find hope for tomorrow or for the future beyond, you’ll be okay as long as you don’t forget to smile.
Smiling can be difficult when times are tough, but even if it’s just for a brief moment, managing a smile can help you feel hope for tomorrow—and a day will surely come when that hope returns.
It’s a song that makes you believe that.
Growing UpMachico
An upbeat, positive song that conveys the importance of keeping your eyes forward and continuing to walk on.
Released in April 2024, it was also chosen as a TV anime’s opening theme.
Machico’s lively vocals gently give listeners a push.
It reminds us that strength isn’t everything and that it’s okay to be afraid—its gentle message truly resonates.
The lyrics teach the importance of growing at your own pace, making it perfect for times when you’re feeling down or want to give it your all.
Listening to this track will give you the courage to move forward as yourself.
Highly recommended as a motivational song that stays by your side when you want to take that next step.
[A Cheer Song for Myself] A shout-out song for you who are doing your best (111–120)
Song of BeginningsRyokushokushakai
From the very intro, this song bursts with brightness and a melody that fills you with motivation: Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Hajimari no Uta” (“Song of Beginnings”).
It’s the first track on their second mini-album, ADORE, released in 2017.
Even when you’re trying your best, you sometimes can’t do as well as you hoped—and you end up comparing yourself to others.
You know there’s no point in comparing, but you can’t help thinking about it anyway.
This is a song that helps you take a step forward from that gloomy, hesitant feeling—truly a “Song of Beginnings.”
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
This is an uplifting anthem filled with hope, set in a grand fantasy world that likens life to an adventure.
SEKAI NO OWARI’s symphonic sound, combined with synthesizers and electronic elements, clearly conveys the courage to face hardships without losing sight of one’s mission or goals.
Released in May 2013, the song was used as the theme for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!.
When you want to overcome difficulties and move forward, this song is sure to give children a supportive push.