A melancholic “yami” song that was a hit in the 2000s. A bittersweet track.
Everyone must have experienced it at least once.
In those moments when you feel like your heart is about to break, a lyric or melody suddenly reaches your ears and, in a mysterious way, resonates with you and lifts you up.
The 2000s in particular were a tumultuous era when the way we enjoyed music changed dramatically.
Amid the shift from CDs to online distribution, countless “yami songs” (songs that grapple with darkness or emotional pain) were born, and they still support many people’s hearts today.
Lyrics you can’t help but relate to, melodies that pierce the chest.
Let yourself sink into that bittersweet feeling, along with the nostalgic memories of those days.
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Yami songs that were hits in the 2000s. Heart-wrenching tracks (41–50)
nape (of the neck)aiko
A singer-songwriter who blends cute melodies with chord progressions that evoke jazz and blues and has won support from people of all ages, aiko releases her 14th major single.
The beautiful opening of piano and strings hints at the beginning of a bittersweet story.
The contrary behavior that stems from loving a partner, and the unwavering feelings that persist even after a breakup, are emotions anyone who’s experienced love can relate to.
With delicate vocals that sink into the heart, it’s a love song that stands by you through the pain of heartbreak.
The last ‘I love you’Kato Miria
Miliyah Kato’s love song “Saigo no I LOVE YOU,” which resonates with many listeners and is especially popular among women for its relatable lyrics, is included on her third album, “TOKYO STAR,” released in 2008.
An acoustic version has also been distributed as a digital single.
Many people experience deep sadness in love that can leave them emotionally drained.
Those going through a breakup may feel lost in darkness, unsure how to recover.
Perhaps letting yourself cry your heart out to a song like this could be just what you need.
many timesAoyama Teruma
“My feelings for you haven’t changed—I still love you.
But I really have to move forward.” It’s a song about a girl in that place.
She kept picturing a future with the person she loves, only to realize it wouldn’t come true, and she ended up crying over and over.
Recommended for those who are torn between wishing they could go back to that day and wanting to take a step forward.
I ended up grabbing the sun.THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
Formed in 1991 and disbanded in 2003.
This is their 14th single, released in 2002—a long piece running 8 minutes and 27 seconds.
It was used as an insert song in the 2008 film Negative Happy Chainsaw Edge.
After working with bands such as ROSSO, vocalist Yusuke Chiba has been active with The Birthday since 2006.
Dedicated to troubled youth.
Unfinished MelodyYaita Hitomi
Since their debut in 2000, they have continued their music career, moving between major and indie labels and agencies.
This is their eighth single, released in 2002.
It was featured in commercials for the Toshiba HDD & DVD recorder “RD-Style” and the Toshiba “au A5304T.” Its melancholic sound and powerful, emotive vocals are especially compelling.
freeAbe Mao
It’s included as the first track on her major-label debut album “Furii,” released in 2009.
It became the CF song for Glico Pocky on SSTV.
It’s a cool, rock-tinged track that conveys the raw teenage spirit and a thirst for freedom of an 18-year-old at the time.
Pay attention to the Avril Lavigne-influenced sound that took the 2000s by storm, as well as her style of singing while strumming the guitar.
cobalt blueThe Back Horn
Formed in 1998.
Made their indie debut in 1999 and major-label debut in 2001.
Since then, they’ve remained an active and popular rock band.
This is their ninth major-label single, released in 2004.
The cool guitar riff is striking, and it’s a beloved song that evokes youth.
Dedicated to troubled young people.