[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 Cheer Song for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best (201–210)
CrossKamenashi Kazuya
This is a song created as the theme for the sports program “Going! Sports & News,” featuring Kazuya Kamenashi, and it conveys a strong will to push forward toward one’s goals.
Kamenashi himself wrote the lyrics, which he says reflect the feelings of athletes he has encountered through sports reporting.
Another highlight is that Tomoyasu Hotei composed the music, delivering a powerful, guitar-driven sound that evokes the strength to carve out the future.
It’s a song that depicts the importance of believing in yourself as you chase your dreams and the determination to press on, trusting in the efforts you’ve built up.
Until I throw away my dreams and become an adultKasamura Tōta
As time goes by, many people end up letting go of the dreams they once held.
This song portrays the resistance to abandoning those dreams and the determination to realize dreams once lost, conveying a way of facing one’s aspirations.
Through the depiction of the reluctance to give up on a dream in the lyrics, it communicates the difficulty of holding on to dreams and offers a message of encouragement to live authentically.
The wistful, piano-centered sound is another highlight, emphasizing the lyrics’ message while evoking an image of quietly confronting one’s own heart.
silhouetteKANA-BOON
KANA-BOON’s “Silhouette” became popular as the opening theme for the TV anime Naruto: Shippuden.
Its fast-paced beat matches perfectly with the addictive high-pitched vocals.
While the lyrics aren’t directly related to a cheer song, the upbeat vibe makes it an energizing track to listen to.
BOYKing Gnu
When you’ve lost confidence, this song might give you a supportive push.
It’s a track by the genre-blending rock band King Gnu—known for hits like “Hakujitsu” and “Sanmon Shosetsu”—released in 2021.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Ranking of Kings.
The lively, radiant sound is quintessentially King Gnu.
The lyric that says, “You, running your heart out, are wonderful,” is stirring—it’s a work that gives you the strength to move forward into the future.
Connect!Misaka Saki
Saki Misaka made her debut as a first-year high school student after word of mouth spread on social media.
She wrote “Tsunage” as the theme song for the High School Soccer Championship, where people her age shine.
In the song, passing the ball and encouraging one another are expressed as “connecting.” I think it’s something that will resonate not only with athletes but also with those who don’t play sports.
The lyrics also convey gratitude to those who support us, so it seems like a great song to listen to with someone important to you.
Go! That way!wanuka
“Don’t be afraid and stop—just try moving forward…” The light rhythm makes my heart dance.
This is a work by singer-songwriter Wanuka, who made a name with the hit ‘Yoriyoi,’ released as a single in 2022.
It was featured in an au commercial and became a hot topic.
The catchy rock sound that unfolds like it’s rolling along feels so good to listen to! Combined with the positive message of the lyrics, it really lifts you up! If you’re feeling lost in life, this might be the song to listen to.
No matter what I do, it’s no good.Okazaki Taiiku
Many people probably find it exhausting to listen to motivational songs that just say, “Do your best, take on the challenge!” For those people, I recommend Taiiku Okazaki’s ‘Nani o Yattemo Akan wa’ (‘Nothing I Do Works’).
The song’s lyrics consistently express, just as the title suggests, that “nothing works no matter what I do.” And yet, by the time you finish listening, you somehow feel like, “Well, maybe I’ll give it a try,” making it a curious kind of motivational song.