[Sweet Dreams] Songs to listen to before bed: Good Night Numbers to carry you into tomorrow
The time you spend at the end of the day, tucked into bed.
What kind of music do you listen to?
These days, some of you may enjoy watching your favorite YouTube videos, and there are also times when you want to fall asleep to songs you love or tracks that help you sleep soundly.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs you’ll want to listen to before bed, regardless of genre.
We’ve included not only mellow, laid-back tracks, but also songs with gentle, encouraging lyrics that make you think, “I’ll do my best again tomorrow!”
Feel free to use these as companions for your night routine to relax and soothe the day’s fatigue.
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[Sweet Dreams] Songs to Listen to Before Bed: Good Night Numbers to Carry You Into Tomorrow (11–20)
Piano Sonata No. 8 (Pathétique), Second MovementLudwig van Beethoven
Beethoven composed his Piano Sonata No.
8 in 1798, and it is considered one of his three great piano sonatas.
The second movement of this work is often cited as a piece within the classical repertoire that helps one sleep soundly.
Although it bears the subtitle “Pathétique,” the atmosphere of the music feels less sorrowful than soothing—almost as if it heals one’s wounds, even conveying a sense of light and brightness.
It’s nice to be able to forget the unpleasant things that happened today and feel ready to welcome a new day tomorrow—especially right before bed.
Its gentle melody and timbre are there to keep you company when you want a deep, restful sleep.
Night Cruisingfisshumanzu
With an ennui-tinged atmosphere that gently lulls you to sleep, Fishmans’ “Night Cruising” is the perfect pick.
Released in 1995, the song was chosen five years later as the theme for the film Rendezvous.
True to its title, “Night Cruising” lets you savor the feeling of drifting through the city at night.
Its airy melody blurs the line between dream and reality, carrying you softly into the world of sleep.
If you’d like to enjoy a delightful night cruise in your dreams, try drifting off with this track as your BGM.
in a dreamFujihara Sakura
Sakura Fujiwara’s song “Yume no Naka,” included on the 2020 album SUPERMARKET.
Her voice isn’t too high, and it’s incredibly soothing—truly healing.
The whole track gives off a comforting sense of relief.
Try listening when you want to relax and unwind before bed.
By the time you reach the end, you might even shed a quiet tear, but that’s how gently it heals you—perfect for those moments before you fall asleep.
milk teaUA
For those who want to relax before going to sleep, I recommend this song, “Milk Tea.” The whole track gives off a calm, unhurried feeling, doesn’t it? This song was UA’s ninth single, released in 1998.
UA’s husband, Jun Murakami, appears in the music video.
If you listen to the song all the way through, it feels like it warmly wraps you up, as if resetting the busyness in your mind.
I’m sure it will also recharge your motivation to do your best again tomorrow.
Only TimeEnya
Only Time, with its mysterious sound, leaves a strong impression.
Released in 2000 as the lead single from Enya’s fifth album, the song became a worldwide hit and was featured on the soundtrack of the film Sweet November.
Just listening to it feels like entering a deep meditation.
If you want to sleep soundly at the end of the day, I recommend this track.
Its dreamlike, timeless atmosphere will let you pleasantly forget reality.
The Way Home ft. kojikoji (Prod. GeG)Hiplin
‘Kaerimichi’ (“The Way Home”) leaves a striking impression with its calmness and clarity.
It’s included on Hiplin’s first EP, CHOKING, released in 2020.
The track was produced by GeG of Hentai Shinshi Club and also drew attention for featuring kojikoji, whose popularity surged through acoustic performance posts on social media.
It’s incredibly mellow and relaxing, and the harmony between their voices is so soothing you could listen every day.
If you fall asleep to this song, I think you’ll have a relaxed, pleasant dream.
Definitely add it to your night routine!
[Sweet Dreams] Songs to listen to before bed. Good Night Numbers to carry you into tomorrow (21–30)
Last Night, Good Night (Re:Dialed)livetune
Perfect for nights when you want a deep, restful sleep is “Last Night, Good Night (Re:Dialed).” This ballad by kz sings about spending a final night with a loved one.
Its tender yet heartrending lyrics have won the support of many listeners.
Another highlight is the ultra-high-pitched chorus that makes the most of Hatsune Miku’s unique qualities.
Despite the extreme highs, it’s gentle on the ears and relaxing to listen to.
If you like it, be sure to check out the music video as well, which features beautiful visuals.
