[Healing] A song that eases worries and anxiety and puts your mind at ease. A comforting song.

Work, school, relationships, romance—you name it.

In modern society and in our daily lives, worries and anxieties are always close by, aren’t they?

In this article, I’ll introduce songs that can ease your anxiety and make you feel at ease when you listen.

I’ve selected a wide range—from gentle tracks that calm your heart just by listening, to songs whose lyrics will encourage you.

Just as there’s something called music therapy, music is said to have the effect of soothing anxious hearts and lifting your spirits.

I’d be happy if listening to the songs I’m about to introduce helps refresh your heart, even a little.

Playlist

[Healing] A song that eases worries and anxiety and puts your mind at ease. A comforting song.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Shineyuzu		Yuzu’s cheer song “Hikare” is moving.
2	Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children		Mr.Children’s signature song “Machine Gun” surpasses a million sales
3	scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s uplifting song Uroko is a heartening masterpiece.
4	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A life-cheering song that gives you the courage to keep going
5	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Heart-touching music from Namie Amuro’s classic songs
6	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		The moving song that cheers on everyday life, '365-Nichi no Kamihikōki' ('365-Day Paper Airplane')
7	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Hitoto Yo’s “Hanamizuki,” a soul-stirring masterpiece
8	rainbow-coloredayaka		Nijiiro, a timeless song with a gentle voice that soothes the heart
9	StoryAI		AI’s classic hit “Story” encourages the heart.
10	LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism		Gentle songs to listen to when you're troubled
11	To the Lightmiwa		miwa’s song “Kiseki” is a song that gives you courage.
12	Fubuki ~ Asuka’s Theme ~Ōshima Michiru		Soothing music from the theme song of the NHK morning drama
13	Shineieiri reo		A song in which Leo Ieiri’s voice gives you courage
14	YellKobukuro		An anthem to cheer on new beginnings in spring, a timeless song that gives you courage
15	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		A timeless song that heals the heart with its gentle message
16	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		When times are tough, get energized with rock!
17	Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS		A profound song that questions the possibilities of love, resonating with the heart
18	Neighbors of the worldNogizaka 46		A ballad of hope delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic
19	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Representative song by Sukima Switch; a track about a pure heart
20	LetterSHE’S		A heart-stirring masterpiece that sings of adult doubts and growth
21	Starting Line ~ A New BreezeBaba Toshihide		A gentle, heartwarming ballad by Toshihide Baba
22	cellsatou		A musical work with a body-swapping motif
23	Life is hard.satō moka		Soothe your tired heart with Satō Moka’s new song
24	If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s classic—a ballad that affirms life
25	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		An encouraging song that won first place as the theme song for a job-hunting movie
26	Endless skyarashi		Arashi’s song tops the charts as a drama theme song
27	Best FriendNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s classic song that sings about the importance of friends
28	PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki		Miki Imai’s smash hit—an inspiring classic
29	Sora-buneTOKIO		A powerful cheering song, a hit by TOKIO
30	The strength to keep livingGLAY		Determination to face forward and live with my feet firmly on the ground
31	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A masterpiece that conveys the value of being one of a kind
32	AGAINDREAMS COME TRUE		A single cheer song inspired by Mao Asada
33	SMILYOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s hit songs: refreshing and fun number-one tracks
34	I have wings on my backKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids’ moving anthem of a resolute love
35	Startin’Hamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s inspirational hit single
36	FlowerKinKi Kids		A summer cheer song becomes a big hit through the Okinawa campaign.
37	WildflowerSuperfly		Superfly's classic song “GOLD” cheers you on in life.
38	Rising SunEXILE		A reconstruction support song imbued with a message of hope
39	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A refreshing classic that celebrates encounters and friendship
40	Our Futureieiri reo		Leo Ieiri’s hope-filled TV drama theme song
41	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		A moving song by Naotaro Moriyama that sings of youth
42	emptymiwa		miwa’s new song “Karappo” is soothing.
43	miracleKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s song of hope that makes dreams come true
44	I want to protect youMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s movie theme song, a masterful piece overflowing with reassurance
45	Someday, SomeplaceEvery Little Thing		A popular single that sings about the happiness of being supported
46	waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s movie theme song, a melody that soaks into the heart
47	A Present for the FutureMiho Nakayama & MAYO		Miho Nakayama's gentle songs soothe the heart.
48	Believe in your dreamsTokunaga Hideaki		The importance of believing in your dreams and working hard
49	ShineFankī Katō		Kato’s commercial jingle—his moving song—has become popular.
50	Toward an eternal dreamDaikoku Maki		A song of courage that charges toward its dreams
51	I WISHMōningu Musume.		The captivating Morning Musume song “I WISH”
52	Reach for the skyKuraki Mai		Audrey theme song, a cheering song of sky and wind
53	The Beginningayaka		A song that sings of courage and hope for a new beginning.
54	Stay just the way you are.Mayo Okamoto		A song of memories that lets you be yourself just as you are
55	hazy spring sky (literally: “flower-clouded” sky; overcast sky during cherry blossom season)Sato Chiaki		A bittersweet song that portrays a cloudy spring sky and memories
56	made my day feat. Takuya Kuroda / Marcus DTakeuchi Anna		A calm and pleasant tune before dawn
57	energy flowSakamoto Ryuichi		The transparent piano pieces of Ryuichi Sakamoto soothe the heart.
58	slow&easyHirai Dai		A life song soothed by the rhythm of the waves
59	To my gentle youNornis		A ballad by Nornis. Its transparent harmonies gently stay close to the heart.
60	ElfAdo		An anthem that supports facing loneliness and living true to yourself