Yami songs recommended for college students: melancholic tracks to listen to when you're feeling down

At all times.Makihara Noriyuki

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]

One of Noriyuki Makihara’s signature songs, released in 1991.

It’s a highly recognized track that has been covered by many artists over the years.

While anyone can feel rushed or anxious in daily life, this song conveys a desire not to dwell on the past but to keep moving forward while valuing one’s true self.

It strongly expresses the wish to turn that authenticity into personal strength.

The song feels like a message to oneself—a self-encouragement anthem.

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fragileEvery Little Thing

Every Little Thing / fragile

This ballad, “fragile,” is one of Every Little Thing’s signature songs.

It was a big hit and became very popular.

The poignant feeling that suits autumn envelops the entire track.

It’s a classic that just about everyone knows.

KanadeSukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

Sukima Switch’s “Kanade” is a classic song that represents the autumn season.

The image of summer ending and the cold wind beginning to blow is captured just as it is in the music.

After all, love songs suit autumn best.

It’s also a very popular ballad at karaoke.

Flower -Memento Mori-Mr.Children

Flower -Mémento-Mori- / Mr.Children

This is Mr.

Children’s 11th single.

Although the intro and melody give it a dark tone, the lyrics in the chorus are encouraging.

Along with the sentiment embedded in the Latin subtitle, I think it’s a song that truly becomes uplifting only when you listen to it in full.

fightYUI

YUI　『fight』

This is YUI’s 21st single.

It’s not a bright, up-tempo cheer song, but its gentle vocals and straightforward lyrics really hit home.

It was also chosen as a required piece for the 2012 NHK School Music Competition (N-Con), and I think when you’re feeling down, you’ll find lyrics and melodies you can truly relate to.

If I can laughUrufuruzu

Ulfuls – If I Can Laugh

This is Ulfuls’ 23rd single.

It was also featured in a commercial supporting students preparing for entrance exams, and it’s the kind of song you’ll want to listen to when you stumble or fail at something.

The straightforward lyrics and powerful vocals characteristic of Ulfuls help soothe feelings of discouragement.

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video

It’s Sukima Switch’s fifth single and one of their signature songs.

If you look only at the lyrics of the A and B verses, I think they capture the feelings you have when you’re feeling down very well.

The bright, explosive chorus that blows away that gloom gives you courage.