[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 motivational anthem for you who are doing your very best (91–100)
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The song “Suiheisen” (Horizon) was written by Iyori Shimizu after receiving letters from students who had been organizing the Inter-High School Championships, which were canceled due to COVID-19.
It drew attention because it was released on the very day that was supposed to be the opening ceremony.
It’s a supportive anthem dedicated to everyone who worked hard but never got the chance to show their abilities—one that understands their pain and gently stays by their side.
When you’re exhausted from crying over a reality you can’t accept, listen to this song and find the strength to keep trying, step by step.
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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.
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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.
TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS
A powerful portrayal of relentlessly sprinting toward one’s goals, this signature work by THE BLUE HEARTS is set in the real world—not a utopia or a hell—and boldly declares that life itself has meaning even if we can’t be perfect.
Released in November 1988, this track, which lends its name to the album TRAIN-TRAIN, uses piano for the first time in the band’s history to create a sense of exhilarating momentum and reached No.
5 on the Oricon singles chart.
In 1989, it was also chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “High School Rakugaki.” For those standing at a crossroads in life, this is a song that will be a powerful ally.
When you’re torn about a decision, let it be a source of courage that gives you a push forward.
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.
WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Sometimes Start a MovementH Jungle with T
As a song that lifts weary hearts and gives listeners the strength to take a new step forward, H Jungle with t’s track resonates deeply.
It carries a message of a strong will to change your own future despite daily fatigue, and of facing forward together with your companions.
Since its release in February 1995, it spent seven consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Oricon charts and achieved sales of over 2.13 million copies.
Seamlessly blending Tetsuya Komuro’s polished production with Masatoshi Hamada’s down-to-earth vocals, this song is perfect for moments when you need a little boost amid the busyness of work and life, or when you’re thinking about starting something new.
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Saucy Dog is a three-piece rock band.
Their 2022 release, “Ikiru no da (Live in the Present),” is a captivating track featuring the powerful vocals of singer-guitarist Shinya Ishihara.
His emotional singing conveys a message that really hits home: even when times are tough, it’s okay as long as you live true to yourself.
The refreshing band sound also helps lift a heavy mood into something positive.
If you ever start to doubt whether the path you chose is the right one, let this song give you courage!
