[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] An Encouragement Song for You Who Are Doing Your Best (161–170)
FanfareNovelbright
Novelbright’s “Fanfare” delivers a message to always stay true to yourself and keep pushing forward.
It’s included on their 2022 album Assort.
Even when you’re working hard in your own way at your job or studies and things don’t go well, or you end up comparing yourself to others who seem to be doing better… the song says that someday your efforts will bloom, so don’t forget who you are—believe in yourself and keep going.
Its bright, exhilarating, and refreshing melody also feels like it’s cheering on your hard work!
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
It’s one of ONE OK ROCK’s signature early songs, isn’t it? The performance is super cool, and Taka’s stunning vocals are insanely cool.
Many people might have been so overwhelmed by the song’s momentum that they haven’t really listened while thinking about the lyrics’ meaning, but it actually carries a powerful message! No matter what others say, charge straight toward your dreams… It’s a pep song that helps you keep your heart strong like that.
[A Cheer Song for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best (171–180)
FateOfisharu Higedan Dism
The piercing horn section in the intro alone clears away the haze in my heart.
It’s one of the signature songs by the pop-rock band Official HIGE DANDism, released as a single in 2019.
Chosen as the theme song for Nettou Koshien that same year, it’s hugely popular as a baseball cheer song.
The soaring vocals feel so good, don’t they? It has a charm that makes you want to sing along.
It’s an emotional anthem that fires you up with its passionate message.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
The famous SMAP classic “The One and Only Flower in the World.” Dedicating yourself to something or working toward a goal is wonderful, but competing and becoming number one aren’t necessarily what matters most.
Everyone has their own unique strengths, and it’s enough to shine in your own way.
In this competitive society, this song offers a fresh perspective on what it means to ‘try your best’—one that’s often overlooked.
Don’t give upZARD
When it comes to fight songs, you can’t leave out ZARD’s “Makenaide” (“Don’t Give Up”).
Izumi Sakai’s clear, soaring voice and the straightforward, positive lyrics continue to inspire many people even today.
The fact that it was used as the theme song for the 24-Hour Marathon on the long-running TV charity program is also one reason this song has cemented its place as a quintessential anthem of encouragement.
Fly Highmilet
An uplifting anthem that makes you feel like “facing forward with confidence” and “giving it another try.” It’s a song by singer milet, who drew attention with her debut track “inside you,” included on her second album, “visions,” released in 2022.
It was chosen as NHK’s winter sports theme song.
The expansive soundscape pairs perfectly with milet’s clear, soaring vocals, resulting in a track that feels like blue skies breaking through.
It’s a moving song that could serve as a compass in life—be sure to give it a listen.
Rebootmiwa
This track makes a striking impression, highlighted by Miwa’s boldly chopped short hair.
From the powerful a cappella opening to the intro that tingles with the sense that something is about to begin, it’s undeniably cool.
Breaking away from Miwa’s previous image, this rock number carries a message that makes us feel like we, too, can transform into something new.
It’s a song I want people to hear when they’re ready to take a new step forward.
