Lovely cheer song

An uplifting song sung by a female artist. A track you’ll want to listen to when you need a boost.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

When you want to do your best, when you feel like you might break, or when something unpleasant happens… there are times you just want to listen to a cheer-up song, right?

I think a lot of people draw strength from music.

So this time, I’m going to introduce some motivational songs, focusing on tracks sung by female artists.

I’ve gathered songs that carry encouraging messages from a female perspective and gentle tunes that sink softly into the heart.

Please take your time listening while reading the lyrics.

Cheer songs sung by female artists. Tracks to listen to when you want to do your best (81–90)

Get fired upMaki Ohguro

Demon Kakka, get fired up!

Get Fired Up Maki Ohguro

A passionate song sung by Maki Ohguro, a popular female artist who helped define 90s pop music.

Used as the theme song for NHK’s broadcasts of the Atlanta Olympics, this track is a motivational anthem delivering a message of support to those striving toward their dreams.

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Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Angela Aki

Angela Aki “Letter: To You, Fifteen” Music Video (HD)

Letter ~To You, Fifteen~ - Angela Aki

A song performed by Angela Aki, who is also well-known as a jazz pianist.

The powerful vocals over piano accompaniment resonate deeply.

Since it aired on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” starting in August 2008, it has become known across a wide range of generations.

By writing a letter to your future self, the song expresses a strong determination to live in the present, making it a highly recommended cheer song for young people who are growing up.

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Unwavering WishNaomi Tamura

Naomi Tamura - Unyielding Wish

Unyielding Wish by Naomi Tamura

Sung by singer-songwriter Naomi Tamura, this song became famous as the opening theme for the TV anime Magic Knight Rayearth.

It’s also one of her signature hits and was popular enough to earn her a spot on the Kouhaku music show.

It’s a very positive, uplifting song that makes you feel like doing your best.

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In conclusion

We’ve showcased a whole lineup of uplifting songs by female artists.

Each track has its own appeal—from the messages in the lyrics to the vocals and melodies.

If you’ve found a favorite, be sure to listen to it again and again and let it fuel your journey forward!