Classic Japanese songs about Earth: songs that include the word “Earth” in their lyrics
Our birthplace, the planet Earth.
Here, we’ll introduce songs that turn this planet—where people live—into music, as well as tracks whose lyrics include the word “Earth.”
A variety of artists express “Earth” through their own interpretations.
You can sense from the lyrics how they perceive this Earth we live on, so try listening while thinking about the intended meaning and the feelings behind it.
We’ll showcase expressions of love for Earth and lyrical portrayals that transcend genres—from rock and folk to idol music.
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Masterpieces of Japanese songs about Earth. Songs that include the word “Earth” in the lyrics (1–10)
Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS
This is a single released by RADWIMPS in July 2006, a song that captures the emotions of individuals living on Earth through the scenes of people passing by in the city.
While portraying the complex human feeling of trying to dislike someone first out of fear of being disliked, it also expresses how, even after experiencing relationships and partings with loved ones, that person’s presence continues to live on within oneself.
Included on the album “RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan,” it is known as one of the band’s signature songs, having reached No.
13 on the Oricon weekly chart.
Winner of BEST ART DIRECTION VIDEO at Space Shower TV’s MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS 07, this work deeply resonates with those struggling to face themselves or who have experienced parting with someone important.
The Earth is a merry-go-round.GARO
GARO was a folk group active in the 1970s.
This song, which likens the Earth’s rotation to a merry-go-round, was released as GARO’s second single.
The subsequent release of songs like “Gakuseigai no Kissaten” (Café in the Student District) and “Romance” became hits, boosting their popularity.
aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu
This is a work by Masaharu Fukuyama that portrays a heartrending romance and parting during wartime through delicate emotional expression.
The lyrics carefully weave together feelings for a loved one, a longing for peaceful everyday life, and the inescapable flow of fate, conveying the emotions of people buffeted by the era of war.
The tender vocals depict a yearning for the small joys of daily life and the warm moments shared with someone precious.
Created as the theme song for the film “If Only I Could Meet You Again on the Hill Where That Flower Blooms,” released in December 2023, this piece brilliantly expresses the worldview of the original novel through music.
Despite dealing with heavy themes such as war and separation, it is a song that evokes human warmth and hope, recommended for those who wish to reflect on the bonds with their loved ones and the preciousness of peace.
Classic Japanese songs about Earth: Songs that include the word “Earth” in the lyrics (11–20)
globeYonezu Kenshi
A song crafted by Kenshi Yonezu as the theme for Hayao Miyazaki’s film “The Boy and the Heron,” which delicately portrays life from birth and growth to parting.
Released in July 2023, the film is accompanied by a warm, gentle melody that feels as if it tenderly watches over the growth of a human being born with infinite potential.
After receiving direct guidance from Director Miyazaki and working from five books’ worth of storyboards, Yonezu created this painstaking work whose lyrics, offering a panoramic view of the world and probing the meaning of life, harmonize beautifully with the film’s themes.
Both the piece itself and its creation process convey Yonezu’s deep respect for Miyazaki.
It’s a recommended song for those at a crossroads in life or anyone wishing to reflect on their own way of living.
The music video was filmed on Yakushima, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, and its striking visuals brim with lush nature and the vitality of life.
Gazing at the starsSuda Masaki
This piece was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Kimi to Sekai ga Owaru Hi ni” (With You on the Day the World Ends).
It’s a collaboration between popular actor Masaki Suda and multi-creator Mega Shinnosuke, released digitally in 2021.
The nostalgic atmosphere of the sound pairs well with Suda’s straightforward, powerful vocals.
The lyrics describe the Earth as being tired, but I think it likely represents the people living on it.
Hug feat. kojikojiSorane
While it features a unique premise of Earth being invaded by aliens, the work carries a positive message about changing the world through the power of love and music.
Soraune’s gentle rap and kojikoji’s clear, translucent vocals create a beautiful harmony, leaving a strong impression with its fantastical worldview and whimsical expressions.
Released digitally in August 2019, it peaked at No.
25 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
In December 2019, it was included on the album “Fantasy club,” and its music video became a major hit, surpassing 30 million views.
The extraordinary story set to a poppy, danceable sound is recommended for anyone looking to add a stimulating touch to their daily life.
kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon
This work vividly portrays the passion and inner conflict driving humanity’s pursuit of knowledge.
It’s a song SAKANACTION wrote specifically as the opening theme for NHK’s anime “Chi: About the Movement of the Earth,” with the full version set for digital release in 2025.
The courage to chase the unknown and the unwavering resolve to uncover the truths of our planet come through powerfully, stirring the emotions.
It’s an emotional number whose dramatic, evolving soundscape draws you in.