10. 8. If you’ve had something you needed to do for a while but have been putting it off, just listen to this song. Perfectly designed to soundtrack happy scenes on E4 comedy-dramas, this single is packed with optimism. Come on. Blind Melon, ‘No Rain’. Doves, ‘Catch The Sun’. Oasis, ‘Acquiesce’. The Beatles. “Hall of Fame” by The Script is one of those songs. Oh, you can try to resist, but let’s face it. Just listening to it puts a skip in your step. Flaming Lips, ‘Do You Realize??’. 48. 30. Plus, it’s pretty much the closest thing you can get to The Nineties, distilled into three minutes. ‘Survivor’ by Destiny’s Child is definitely one of those songs that’ll inspire you to reflect on your personal strength and resilience, and remind you that you too have the power to turn a negative situation into a positive one. The late ‘90s pop-punk boom was all about good, dumb fun. Beautiful holds a message that is both highly relevant and powerful, especially for anyone who’s gone through a difficult relationship or other experience that has led them to question themselves and their inner beauty. Fun. The definition of the word ‘insouciant’, ‘Someday’ is louche and irresistible. Something that Liam and Noel could learn from. Tears of joy and resplendent emotion with every musical piece Jackie … This is one of the most energizing, motivational songs known to humankind. If you’re ever waning in motivation, listen to this. 34. So laid back, it’s horizontal, ‘No Rain’ pledges that everything’s going to be alright – promise. 32. Ey! The fact it’s become almost a parodic byword for ‘epic’ shouldn’t blind you to the song’s startling power to push your positivity buttons. For all those who think that Gwen Stefani is just Vivienne Westwood and Harajuku, check out this track from 1995, the band’s breakthrough single. A song about the morning after the night before. Here’s 50 of the most uplifting songs of all time, starting with The Strokes’ ‘Someday’. Needless to say, it worked out for them and we have this incredible ballad about going for our dreams as a result. 41. Though it’s The Knife’s arpeggiated synth version that’ll make your heart swell the most. I can still hear Queen’s “We Are The Champions” ringing in my head from all those basketball games I went to when I was a kid. With a killer chorus. The lyrics apparently chronicle Dave Grohl’s divorce from Jennifer Youngblood. Pure joy. “Man in the Mirror” is all about looking at yourself and realizing that you can– and should– make a change, not just to better yourself but to make the world a better place. It’s hard to NOT be motivated to put in the work and achieve your goals when listening to this track by Drake. We’re all in this together. You are my hope.” You are my hope. Shrug it off, Casablancas insists, and have another beer. Prince, ‘Raspberry Beret’. Friendly Fires, ‘Paris’. And there are countless inspirational ones because they’re so personal to your life story. Beta Band, ‘Dry The Rain’. Originally sung by Judy Garland in her role as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, this cover of Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg’s “Over the Rainbow” became an instant classic when Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole’s version was discovered. George Harrison’s song bottles the feeling of the first days of spring. Gabby Barrett's "I Hope," featuring Charlie Puth, takes over atop Billboard's Adult Pop Songs chart (dated Oct. 24).. 9. This prog-pop masterpiece is one of Paul McCartney’s favourite songs. Somehow, I feel like it would be a crime not to include a Beatles song on any “best songs” list. 21. Singer Shannon Hoon died of an overdose in 1995. You are my strength. And our number one most uplifting song ever is… The Beatles, ‘Here Comes The Sun’. The Cure’s nursery rhyme-like pop classic says “Get bent, Monday, I’m getting some at the weekend”. One of many Michael Jackson classics, this is a personal favorite. OK, so it’s about suicide (singer David Lee Roth said the lyric was inspired by watching a TV news report about a man about to leap from a bridge), but hey, how could you hear that synth riff and not punch the air? 18. 6. Being as they live near Manchester, catching any sun at all is a rare feat for Doves. 42. 4. Bon Jovi, ‘Livin’ On A Prayer’. One of Bowie’s best love songs, this timeless classic is all about hope and optimism in the face of injustice. Deee-Lite, ‘Groove Is In The Heart’. On this track, she goes hard. Don Henley, ‘Boys Of Summer’. Yellow is the colour lots of happy things: the sun, canaries… er, custard? Can you believe that this track was originally a B-side? Who says Goths can’t be happy? 31. (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and UnderstandingElvis Costello "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding" was written by … If you’re looking to improve your work productivity, this is the ultimate jam. In all seriousness, “All You Need Is Love” reminds us all of the power that love has in our life and that it truly is not just the most important thing but all we need. It’s also the title of Coldplay’s happiest ever song. This California group are best remembered for their chilled out 1993 single. Easily one of the single most inspirational songs of all time. 48. Acceptance brings peace, it seems. 46. ON. 33. Staying just the right line of emo gloopiness, it’s a track tailor-made for drunken teenage singalongs. With its deliriously happy guitar twills and “Ey! Lennon’s instant classic inspires a vision of a better world and how we can all share in that vision together– and make it a reality. Only you can decide which are the most inspirational songs to you. But it’s not on this list for that reason. The aural equivalent of a high school yearbook, ‘Paris’ is a song about hopes, dreams and friendships. There are a few songs on this list that will make you feel like you’re a winner. Taken from the painful breakup album ‘First Days Of Spring’, this track is the light at the end of the tunnel. If you need a little confidence to face something– or someone– this is the song to listen to. Implication being: are real people ever truly heroes? Calming and soothing, like a cup of tea and a hug at the same time. It’s not nearly as well-known as Lovato’s other hits, however, it has easily one of the most powerful set of lyrics ever written. Elbow’s ode to sunny days (and ubiquitous soundtrack to British sporting achievements) is uplifting music for the austerity era. #4 is totally a song of hope! 37. 16. Primal Scream, ‘Movin’ On Up’. 25. It’s an anthem about our shared challenges and what its like to feel as though you’re not worthy. Feeling blah? Here Comes The Sun. “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis is one of my favorite songs to exercise to. Listen to our Spotify playlist of all these tracks here. It was only their debut single, but the New York-based duo were already dreaming of the rock star life. 27. Powered by a loping rhythm that evokes the feeling of strutting down the street, it’s a paean to feeling young and invincible. This Vaselines cover is snot punk to the max, and the closest Kurt Cobain ever came to singing a melody you might reasonably describe as ‘jaunty’. © 2020 NME is a member of the media division of BandLab Technologies. The first song to feature vocals from both Gallagher brothers, ‘Acquiesce’ stresses the importance of friendship above all else. Many of the tracks listed are songs about hope, but just because that word is in the title doesn't mean that the song's subject is exclusively about that. But so does everyone. U2, ‘Beautiful Day’. Anyone remember Beyonce before Jay-Z? To Believe - Jackie Evancho. Hero. One of Bowie’s best love songs, this timeless classic is all about hope and optimism in the face of injustice. It’s a message that has, and always will, stand the test of time. The Foundations, ‘Build Me Up Buttercup’.

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