[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 Yourself] An Encouragement Anthem for You Who Are Doing Your Best (41–50)
LOSERYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, a hugely popular singer-songwriter.
When this work was released, many people were probably surprised by the contemporary dance he showcased in the music video.
The edgy sound infused with hip-hop really pumps you up.
It carries a powerful message: if that’s the case, even a howl is fine—embrace it, and keep rolling forward even if it looks clumsy.
It gives you the courage to charge ahead with nothing holding you back.
Released in September 2016 as a double A-side single with “Number Nine,” it was also featured in 2018 as the song for a Honda JADE commercial.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to listen to when you feel like you’re about to break or when you’re ready to take a new step.
Dang Ding Dongsumika
This song carries a gentle message that resonates with the heart.
Released in December 2024, it was written as the official theme song for Chukyo TV’s information program “Gū Takusan.” With an accessible tone that blends a lively rhythm and memorable phrases, it naturally lifts the listener’s spirits.
True to sumika’s style, the warm lyrics express a forward-looking resolve: even amid the anxieties and conflicts of modern society, believe in yourself and keep moving ahead.
It’s the perfect track to soothe everyday fatigue and reset your mindset for a new week.
Awesome LifeNovelbright
This latest offering from Novelbright is a powerful anthem that cheers on people facing challenges.
Its lyrics, which urge listeners to enjoy an amazing time with high energy, kindle a light of hope in the heart.
Released in March 2024, the song has also been featured as the theme for the new TV commercial for the mint tablet “MINTIA,” drawing considerable attention.
Even when the future is uncertain, its message encourages pressing forward without giving up—supporting everyone who keeps taking on challenges.
Celebrating the beauty of life, this is a track you’ll want to listen to especially when you’re feeling down or when your efforts don’t seem to pay off.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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Many people have heard the song Wataridori, which was also featured in a SUBARU commercial.
It was released in 2015 as a single by [Alexandros].
Frequently used at school sports days and athletic festivals, it’s a track with an irresistibly cool sense of speed.
For many listeners, it’s the kind of song that fires you up the moment you hear it.
Its lyrics—evoking an image of spreading your wings and flying toward the future in your own way—are another reason for its popularity.
It’s a highly recommended cheer song for anyone who wants to give their best right now.
BelieveGReeeeN
It is a cheer song that gently gives a push to those walking toward their dreams.
It sings of the strength to believe in oneself and the importance of not giving up, offering the courage to keep taking on challenges.
The refreshing melodies and powerful vocals woven by GReeeeN resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2015, the song was selected as the campaign song for the Japanese Red Cross Society’s “20-Year-Old Blood Donation, FY2015” campaign, and it drew major attention when figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu appeared in the advertisements.
It is also included on the albums “C, D desu to!?” and “En,” serving as a source of support for those striving toward their goals or about to take a new step forward.
YELL ~Yell~Kobukuro
The moment you start running toward your dream, various anxieties will surely assail you.
But beyond that new beginning, there will definitely be someone who needs you.
Kobukuro’s “YELL ~Eiru~ (Yell)” likens your efforts to a flower, singing that if you can endure the harsh winter, spring will come and you’ll be able to bloom into a magnificent flower.
It’s a song that gently gives you a push forward.
SymphonyHirai Dai
Dai Hirai is a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity with songs that blend a surf-music flavor and a natural vibe.
His track “Symphony” is a number whose lyrics—about taking that first step to become a stronger version of yourself—give you courage when you feel stuck.
The idea that all the things you strive for and challenge yourself with connect to the future and ultimately shape a happy life—and comparing that image to a symphony, an orchestral work—is really cool, too!
