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Masterpieces that sing of beauty. Recommended popular songs.

This is a song list that gathers tracks themed around beauty and being beautiful.

Most of the songs praise a lover’s beauty, but they also celebrate many other beautiful things—names, birds, stars in the night sky, sunsets, and more.

Please enjoy comparing them as you listen.

Masterpieces that sing of beauty. Recommended popular songs (21–30)

bow knotAimer

Aimer “Chouchou Musubi” (produced and written by Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS)
bow knotAimer

This is Aimer’s 11th single, and her talent has been recognized by numerous renowned artists.

It’s well known that one of those artists, Yojiro Noda from RADWIMPS, provided the song and produced it.

Aimer’s unadorned vocals intertwine with Noda’s moving music, giving birth to such a beautiful track.

Listening to the touching lyrics—which liken the bond between people who meet and come to need each other to the strings of a butterfly knot—your heart feels sincerely cleansed.

Lord, I will draw near to You (Hymn No. 320)Eliza Flower

André Rieu – Nearer, My God, to Thee (live in Amsterdam)
Lord, I will draw near to You (Hymn No. 320)Eliza Flower

This hymn composed by Eliza Flower expresses deep faith and a longing for God.

It is characterized by a beautiful melody and moving lyrics, conveying a desire to draw near to God even amid adversity and suffering.

As the modern Catholic rendering “The path upward lies in the cross” suggests, the journey of faith entails hardship; nevertheless, the longing to come closer to God is strongly emphasized.

It is also known for its use in a memorable scene in the film Titanic and has the power to offer comfort and hope to listeners.

It is a recommended piece not only for those with faith in God but also for anyone feeling lost in life.

Timeless songs that celebrate beauty. Recommended popular tracks (31–40)

Looking up at the nameless skyMISIA

MISIA – Looking Up at the Nameless Sky (Official HD Music Video)
Looking up at the nameless skyMISIA

It’s a song brimming with clarity that makes you feel purified just by looking up at the sky.

MISIA’s powerful yet gentle voice weaves a beautiful melody that resonates deep in the heart.

Released in July 2004, this track is also known as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Tenka.

Centered on themes of love, hope, and human bonds, the lyrics remind us of the importance of cherishing the small joys in everyday life.

It’s recommended for times when you can’t feel happiness or when your heart is tired.

Why not let MISIA’s voice envelop you and cleanse your heart as well?

motherHayashi Asuka

Asuka Hayashi Maternity LIVE “Mother” ~short ver.~
motherHayashi Asuka

It’s a straightforward, cool song.

It’s simply a song about my mother, and because it expresses gratitude so passionately—something rare in Japanese music—it doesn’t feel like a typical J‑pop song, in a good way.

Above all, Asuka Hayashi’s overwhelming vocals are sure to captivate you.

TokyoSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER "Tokyo" Music Video
TokyoSUPER BEAVER

This is a gem of a message song that portrays the love and wishes of people living in the city.

Filled with romance, it resonates with heartfelt feelings for someone dear and a gentle hope that they, too, will be loved.

Shibuya Ryota’s commanding vocals blend perfectly with the powerful band sound, stirring the hearts of listeners.

Included on the album “Tokyo,” released in February 2022, the song has been featured on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE and used in Asahi Super Dry’s web commercial.

A version featuring Haruko Nagaya from Ryokuoushoku Shakai also drew attention.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone important, perfect for deepening feelings for a lover or family.

Beautiful DaysHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Beautiful Days (Lyric Video)
Beautiful DaysHirai Dai

It’s a supportive song perfect for the season of departures, woven from a tender, heart-soothing voice and warm tones.

Released in March 2025 as a track by Dai Hirai, it gently yet powerfully pushes forward those taking new steps amid meetings and farewells.

The acoustic sound and calm melodic line are truly wonderful.

It quietly stays close to anyone diving into a new environment or experiencing a parting with someone dear.

rootKing Gnu

A heartwarming mid-tempo ballad that, while understated, powerfully captures the will to live.

This King Gnu masterpiece gently portrays the dignity of quietly persevering without seeking the spotlight and the feelings for a loved one through the symbolic motif of “roots.” Carried by beautiful piano and string melodies, it weaves in choir parts reminiscent of a nursery rhyme and oriental-inspired arrangements, brilliantly expressing the flow of time and values that never change.

Released digitally in October 2024, the song was written as the theme for TBS’s Sunday drama “The Diamond Sleeping in the Sea.” It’s a perfect track for anyone who wishes to be someone’s support and to walk forward together with someone precious.