[Relaxed & Gentle] A calm track with an easy, unhurried tempo
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs with a calm vibe—great for both singing and listening.
Whether you’re looking for easy, slow-tempo tracks to sing at karaoke, or soothing songs to help you unwind after a long day…
We hope this helps you find relaxed, mellow tunes for those moments.
If you’re choosing songs to sing at karaoke, look for ones that seem easy not just in tempo but in pitch as well.
May you find songs that match your taste—whether it’s a striking vocal performance or tracks that make perfect background music.
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[Slow & Gentle] Calm songs with a relaxed tempo (21–30)
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Originally, yama started out posting cover songs, but she also produces her own original tracks.
Like “Haru wo Tsugeru,” this song was written and composed by Kujira, yet it has a completely different vibe from “Haru wo Tsugeru”! It features a very mature sound—a sophisticated track with a cool, black music-inspired groove.
If you’ve been looking for something stylish among calmer songs, this one is a perfect fit.
All of the YouthFujifaburikku
Fujifabric’s greatest masterpiece, “Wakamono no Subete.” Its beautiful, emotionally rich Japanese lyrics, sung over a slow tempo, make you feel glad to have been born Japanese.
Though it’s a song about summer’s end, let it bring back those delicate feelings—the aching sadness, the vague sense of emptiness—and soothe you.
[Slow & Gentle] Calm songs with a relaxed tempo (31–40)
YC&K
A romantic piano ballad can also soothe your mood.
“Y,” which could be called one of C&K’s signature songs.
The song’s wistful piano sound and the gentle, expressive vocals of the duo—CLIEVY and KEEN—flow comfortably into your ears.
CLIEVY’s voice, known as an ultra high tone, is truly one of a kind.
Take your time listening while reading the love-filled lyrics.
NonfictionHirai Ken
A number by Ken Hirai that asks “What is life?” in the wake of the sudden death of a loved one.
It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Little Giant” starring Hiroki Hasegawa.
With a gentle sense of rhythm and an unadorned, clutter-free simple melody, it delivers a weighty message.
What is the right answer in life? Whether things go well or not, worries never end, and sometimes we even hurt ourselves…
Are mountains and valleys, right and wrong, joy and sorrow—repeating all of these as we go—what life is? This is a song that makes you think deeply about “life” anew.
#302Hirai Ken
Ken Hirai’s beautiful voice truly shines in ballads—you just can’t get enough of it.
This song was used as the theme for “Four Minutes and Thirty Seconds of a Marigold,” and it’s a relaxed, easy-listening ballad.
You’ll find yourself enchanted by the warm tones of the acoustic guitar and Ken Hirai’s gentle vocals.
ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism
Now a four-member piano pop band so popular that there are likely no J-pop fans unfamiliar with their name, Official HIGE DANDism.
Their sixth single, Chessboard—released as a double A-side with Nichijo—was selected as the set piece for the 90th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
Its lyrics, which liken the encounters and events of life to a game of chess, will likely prompt many listeners to reflect on their own experiences with a sense of empathy.
With gentle melodies and a powerful message that stirs the heart, it’s a track that enriches calm, solitary moments.
mysteryHoshino Gen
This is a song chosen as the theme for the drama “Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte.” It’s a track by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who has produced numerous hit songs such as “Koi” and “Idea,” and it was released digitally in 2021.
You can feel the essence of soul music—the stylish sound is truly pleasant to listen to.
The lyrics express the idea that falling in love with someone isn’t anything special, which gives you something to think about.
Perfect for when you want to spend some relaxing time alone.
