[Song of Birth] A moving birth song wrapped in happiness

HEIWAAI

Heiwa

It sings on a grand scale about the emotion felt at the moment a child is born into this world and a mother’s determination to protect that small life for as long as she lives.

This piece, included on a single released in November 2016, was chosen as the Japanese theme song for the film “Storks.” It strongly reflects AI’s experience when she gave birth to her first daughter, conveying the genuine love of a mother and a wish for peace in the future where children will live.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when, amid the busyness of parenting, you feel like returning to your roots.

Birthday Songyuka

Birthday Song -2022 ver.- (Official Audio)

This is a song by Yuka, marked by a warm melody that celebrates the precious beginning of life.

The simple piano tones and her clear vocals gently embrace feelings of joy and gratitude.

Born from the desire to celebrate a birthday, the piece has continued to resonate with many since its release in February 2015.

It is included on the album “Tadaima, Okaeri,” and a rearranged version was released in 2022.

It’s a recommended track for families sharing the joys and anxieties of raising children, as well as for expectant moms and dads eagerly awaiting a birth.

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Ayumi Hamasaki / Ōhia no Ki

An emotional ballad that conveys the deep love from a mother to her child.

It’s a song by the national singer Ayumi Hamasaki—known for many hit classics like “SEASONS” and “M”—released in July 2020.

The grand arrangement, with beautifully resonant strings, leaves a strong impression.

It makes you want to surrender yourself to the sound forever.

Since it’s a message song from Hamasaki to her own child, it will surely resonate with the relationship between you and your child as well.

If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa

miwa 'If You Were Here So I Could Hold You'

This song was created with the theme of “birth.” It’s a track by miwa, a singer-songwriter from Kanagawa Prefecture.

Released in 2015 as her 19th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama Kounodori.

Miwa’s gentle voice brings peace to the heart.

If you’ve become a mother or father who wants to live together with your child forever, you’ll surely relate.

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Thank youRemioromen

ARIGATOU

A famous song by Remioromen that expresses deep gratitude for having met someone precious.

Since it was broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” starting in February 2010, many people may have memories of listening to it with their parents or children.

The warm message spun by vocalist Ryota Fujimaki and the innocent voices of children overlapping at the end gently convey the sanctity of life.

Listen to it while reflecting on the miracle of your baby being born safely.

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Yuzu “I Want to Protect You”

It’s a ballad imbued with a powerful yet gentle vow to protect your loved one no matter what.

It was included on a single released in November 2013 and later featured on the album “Shinsekai” (New World).

Created as the theme song for the film “It All Began When I Met You,” it expresses a desire to stay by a loved one’s side and support them through any hardship—a feeling that overlaps with parental love and makes my heart swell each time I listen.

Give it a listen when you want to reaffirm your love for your child.

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coral reef

It’s a tender ballad inspired by Okinawa’s beautiful sea and coral reefs.

Its world evokes a return to a place of peace, away from everyday life—almost as if depicting the miracle of a baby being born and the hope of stepping into the future as a parent.

Cocco’s expansive, warm voice gently embraces the fatigue and anxiety after childbirth, bringing deep comfort.

Released in April 2001, this piece closes the album Sunflower.

How about listening to it while gazing at your baby’s sleeping face?