[2026] The spirit of mutual support connected by music: A collection of classic charity songs

Do They Know It’s Christmas? (2014)Band Aid 30

Band Aid 30 – Do They Know It’s Christmas? (2014)

Band Aid 30’s charity single “Do They Know It’s Christmas? (2014)” was re-recorded to support those battling Ebola.

Many artists, including Bono, Chris Martin, and Ed Sheeran, took part in the track.

When it was released in 2014, it became a way for us listeners to directly participate in charity.

Its heartfelt message conveys a powerful sense of solidarity and keeps hope alive even in dark times.

The encouragement it offers to those facing hardship truly resonates, and it inspires us to confront challenges together.

Our pathOne Hokkaido Project

“Our Path,” a song of Hokkaido sung by 38 people connected to Hokkaido [MV]

The charity song “Our Path,” which conveys the charm of Hokkaido and the strength to overcome hardships, is a landmark track by the One Hokkaido Project.

Released in 2019 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Hokkaido’s naming, it features lyrics by Rei Nakanishi and composition by Koichi Tsutaya, resulting in a profoundly moving melody.

Available in two versions, the piece serves both as a cheer for young people stepping out into the world and as a powerful testament to regional solidarity.

It’s also wonderful that proceeds go to community support, allowing you to contribute simply by purchasing! Carrying a heartwarming message, this work is recommended for anyone seeking hope.

smileTwenty★Twenty

Johnny’s limited-time unit charity song “smile” twenty☆twenty

Twenty★Twenty’s “smile” is a song of hope born in 2020 as part of efforts to address COVID-19.

Featuring 75 star-studded Johnny’s members, its heartfelt melody crafted by Kazutoshi Sakurai of Mr.

Children encouraged many listeners.

The limited-time availability through December 31, 2020, also added urgency that helped drive the song to the top of numerous charts.

Its warm melody and lyrics offer encouragement to those going through tough times, giving them strength for tomorrow.

Why not listen to this work yourself and reclaim a smile that stays with you?

Love will winganbarou nippon ai wa katsu shingaazu

Ganbarō Nippon Love Will Win Singers “Love Will Win”

It is a charity song led by Takao Horiuchi, performed by 131 talents from Up-Front Agency and its affiliated companies.

It was created to raise relief funds for the Great East Japan Earthquake, and the proceeds were donated through the Japanese Red Cross Society.

Save A LifeShaggy & Friends

Save A Life – Shaggy & Friends

A song by reggae artists including Shaggy.

It was created with the aim of sending medical equipment to a children’s hospital in Jamaica.

Participating artists include Shaggy, Sean Paul, and Elephant Man.

ZERO LANDMINEN.M.L

ZERO LANDMINE{ryuichisakamoto}

This is a song by N.M.L (NO MORE LANDMINE), a unit formed at the initiative of Ryuichi Sakamoto.

It was conceived for TBS’s 50th Anniversary Special Project, “Landmine ZERO: The First Prayer of the 21st Century.” Traditional music from countries where landmines are still buried is used.

RonanTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift “Ronan” Live Only Aired ONCE

A charity song by Taylor Swift inspired by a blog written by a mother whose son died of neuroblastoma at just three years old.

When you purchase “Ronan” on iTunes, all proceeds are donated to charities that support cancer patients.