Masterpieces to listen to on a cloudy day
There are countless songs that perfectly suit clear blue skies, unending rain, or swirling snow, but surprisingly, it’s hard to find ones that fit a cloudy day.
Here’s a playlist that matches that overcast, not-quite-clear, not-quite-sunny, but comfortably mild kind of weather.
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- Songs that put you in a calm mood. Classic and popular Japanese tracks.
Masterpieces to Listen to on Cloudy Days (71–80)
Like a white cloudsaruganseki
Ariyoshi Hiroiki, who is now a staple on variety shows, released this debut song back in his Saruganseki days.
After undergoing a grueling hitchhiking journey on the variety program “Susume! Denpa Shonen,” Saruganseki created this classic that sings of a traveler’s feelings.
The lyrics and music were written by Fumiya Fuji of The Checkers.
Under the same skyayaka
A single released by singer Ayaka before she took a hiatus to treat Graves’ disease.
She originally wrote it “for a friend,” but was surprised to find it matched her own situation after she fell ill.
It’s a very encouraging song.
It requires a bit of vocal power, so practice and give it a shot at karaoke.
contrailArai Yumi
This is a song from Yumi Arai’s first album, released in 1973.
It became a big hit in 2013 when it was used as the theme song for Hayao Miyazaki’s animated film “The Wind Rises.” It’s a classic that has been covered by many artists.
Please give it a try and sing it.
Masterpieces to Listen to on Cloudy Days (81–90)
Going my upSURFACE
This is a karaoke song by Surface, featuring an addictive hook and pleasantly listenable vocals that make a strong impression.
It’s a perfect track for sunny days, and its distinctive style, paired with a gentle texture, lifts your spirits.
Let’s talk with the clouds sometimes.KAN
This is a famous song sung by KAN, known for “Ai wa Katsu.” It’s an uplifting anthem for office workers: when you’re worn out from work, you climb a hill, gaze slowly at the sky, and talk with the drifting clouds to soothe your heart.
It’s an encouraging song that turns the often negative image of a cloudy day into a source of comfort.
Rain followed by clear skiesMr.Children
This song is often called a hidden gem by Mr.Children.
It’s an unconventional piece created under the concept of imagining member Suzuki as a salaryman.
Even amid the monotony of repetitive days that wear you down, it carries a strong message about finding hope.
Cloudy, then sunnySIAM SHADE
SIAM SHADE’s songs are highly regarded, with some even calling them the best in Japan in terms of musical performance.
Since one of their tracks was used as the theme song for the drama “Oni no Sumika,” many of you may find it familiar.
It’s an uplifting message song that says even cloudy days will eventually clear.