[Touching the Heart] Timeless Ballad Masterpieces. A Collection of Unfading Classics and the Latest Songs [2026]

By the side on a moonlit nightUru

[Official] Uru “By Your Side on a Moonlit Night” — Theme song for the film “The Guardian of the Camphor Tree”

Singer Uru, who continues to captivate listeners with her deep vocals and ethereal presence.

Her 17th single, “Katawara nite Tsukiyo,” released in January 2026, was written as the theme song for the film “Kusunoki no Bannin,” based on a novel by Keigo Higashino.

The lyrics and composition were handled by Iyori Shimizu of back number, and the blend of a melody that nestles into a quiet night with vocals that seep into the heart is striking.

This song, which scoops up feelings that can’t be put into words, feels perfect for nights spent alone or moments when you’re thinking of someone special.

SakuraMyuk

Myuk – Sakura (Music Video)

A deeply affecting and beautiful ballad has arrived from Myuk.

Evoking the bittersweet stirrings of love that blossom with the coming of spring, the piece delicately portrays the fragility and beauty of unrequited love, using cherry blossoms as a symbolic motif.

Its melodic composition and crystalline vocals weave a soundscape that leaves a resonant afterglow.

Released in March 2025, the work has also drawn attention for its lyrical music video by illustrator potg.

Notably, Myuk’s January 2024 album Arcana became a viral hit on social media, and a Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka tour, “Message from ‘Marie’,” is scheduled to begin in May.

It’s a heartwarming song, perfect for solitary reflection on a spring evening.

Unrequited loveSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Unrequited Love” MV

This emotional rock ballad, powerfully voicing the ache of unrequited love, is a quintessential work from SUPER BEAVER.

Centered on the universally relatable theme of one-sided love, it conveys both frustration and profound affection, resonating deeply alongside the band’s gentle yet powerful melodies.

The commanding guitar sound and expressively charged vocals create a sonic world that grips listeners and won’t let go.

Included on the single “Kataomoi / Namida no Shoutai,” released in March 2025, the song was featured within the NHK General late-night drama Vanila na Mainichi.

Praised for complementing the drama’s atmosphere and enriching its storytelling, it’s a track for anyone struggling with love—and, truly, for anyone who can relate to the feeling of caring for someone.

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≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 10th Single “Mob-no-derella” [MV full] / “Mob-no-derella”

A beautiful medium-tempo ballad inspired by the fairy tale Cinderella, depicting the sorrow and wistfulness everyone experiences.

Rino Sashihara’s delicate lyrics, together with the graceful melody composed by 17-year-old Sota Sekiguchi and Katsuhiko Sugiyama, gently embrace unrequited feelings and loneliness.

In director Toshitsugu Ohno’s music video, the fragile emotions of twelve girls who cannot be the star of the ball are rendered with stunning visual beauty.

Set to be released in April 2025 as the title track of ≠ME’s 10th single, the song will come in four editions: Type A, Type B, Type C, and the Noimi edition.

This piece conveys the hope that even while being hurt in the shadow of someone else’s happiness, you will surely find a light that belongs only to you—a song that will soothe the hearts of those carrying deep wounds.

Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – Tropical Therapy [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A gem of a ballad that overlays the desire to break free from mental anguish and pressure with a yearning to escape to a tropical paradise.

It seamlessly blends ONE OK ROCK’s signature powerful melodies with lyrics that portray a confrontation with one’s inner self.

Its gentle, tropical sound makes it a soothing track that resonates with people living in modern society.

Released in February 2025 as part of the album “DETOX,” this song has garnered significant attention alongside “Puppets Can’t Control You,” the main theme of “Ogami-sensei,” and “+Matter,” featured in the Asahi Super Dry commercial.

It’s a must-listen for those feeling everyday stress and emotional burdens, or anyone seeking a mental refresh.

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Marcy – Freesia (Official Music Video)

A moving rock ballad that delicately portrays the earnest emotions of women in love was released by Marcy in April 2025.

The feelings of a woman who can’t break away even as she’s being strung along by the person she loves are beautifully expressed through flowing strings and a dynamic band sound.

Written and composed by Ukyo Yoshida, the song carefully weaves together, with persuasive vocals, the pain of becoming dependent on a partner and the complex emotions leading up to the decision to part ways.

Having made their major-label debut with the album “Memory,” Marcy enjoys overwhelming support from younger listeners, and the music video for this track features popular actors Mizuki Yoshida and Taisei Sakai.

It strikingly depicts a woman who is elated or dejected by her partner’s every word and action.

This is a song that gently stays close to the hearts of those suffering from heartbreak—one you should definitely listen to.

Purplejoōbachi

“Purple” Official MV

With overwhelming vocal prowess and dramatically staged performances grounded in a singular aesthetic, Ziyoou-vachi commands a strong presence in the music scene.

Released in February 2025, this work is a straightforward ballad whose gentle vocals woven by Avu-chan and sweeping, large-scale melodies resonate deeply in the heart.

It powerfully sings of bonds with friends, gratitude to cherished people, and hope for the future, making it a message-rich piece that bridges past, present, and future.

Featured as the opening track of the album Aku, it vividly conveys the song’s world through Avu-chan’s extraordinary expressive ability.

This exquisite ballad is one to hear when you stand at a crossroads in life or want to reflect deeply on your feelings for someone important.