There are many aspects you might pay attention to—such as the vocals, the mood of the song, or, if you create music yourself, the overall structure of the track.
Among these, many people probably focus on the lyrics.
One of the best things about lyrics is that they let you feel the message of the song in the most direct way!
In this article, we’ll be introducing plenty of songs with deeply evocative lyrics that are incredibly compelling.
We’ve picked out many pieces that become moving once you understand their meaning, so be sure to listen closely.
The lyrics are profoundly good. The more you listen, the more it sinks in. Masterpieces of Japanese music: recommended popular songs (1–10).
Feelin’ Go(o)dFuji Kaze
Fujii Kaze – Feelin’ Go(o)d
It’s a track bursting with positive energy and overflowing comfort.
Created by singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze from Okayama Prefecture, it was released in July 2024 as his 13th digital single.
A brisk rhythm layered with Fujii’s soulful vocals makes you feel energized just by listening.
And of course, the lyrics deserve special attention: they carry an uplifting message that values personal growth and love for others.
It’s a song that shows the beauty of embracing change and living lightly.
A warm, poetic work that depicts missed connections and pure love between two people.
It’s a song by Kenshi Yonezu, the popular singer-songwriter behind numerous hits like “Lemon” and “Kanden,” released in August 2024 as the theme song for the film Last Mile.
It sings of continuing to live while embracing human imperfection, and the importance of doing so.
The more you listen, the more it seeps into your heart—a deeply flavorful track.
RADWIMPS If ‘Limited to 10,000 Copies’ (High-Quality Audio) 1
“What If” sung by RADWIMPS.
The lyrics include a scene where the narrator confesses to the person they have feelings for, and the faint hope that the other person might like them too is captured in the three characters of the title, ‘What If’ (moshimo).
In the latter half of the song, the protagonist—‘I’—expresses a desire to return to the time before confessing, when they were simply in love in a pure, unspoken way.
Considering the sorrow and pain of their relationship being damaged by revealing their feelings, you can acutely sense the lingering thought that perhaps it would have been better if they had remained mutually in love without saying it—or even stayed in unrequited love.
Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai
Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Is Youth Embarrassing?' Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Hazukashiika Seishun wa
Woven with a resolute, core-strong singing voice is a straightforward longing for youth.
This is a song Ryokuoushoku Shakai released as a digital single in July 2024.
It drew attention as the theme song for ABEMA’s drama “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: Summer Break 2024.” The message—“Time is limited, so let’s live fully in the present”—resonates deeply.
It makes you think, I want to feel that way too, and fills you with admiration.
For example, when you feel like you’re about to be beaten by the summer heat, why not listen to this track and recharge?
