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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.

Masterpieces of Japanese songs about the Earth. Songs that include the word “Earth” in the lyrics (31–40)

Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Is There Still Anything That Love Can Do? [Official Music Video]
Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS

It’s a grand piece that questions the possibilities of love and hope for the future.

Even in the face of a global crisis, it portrays the strength to believe in the bonds with loved ones and the power of love.

Created by RADWIMPS in July 2019, this work was produced as the theme song for director Makoto Shinkai’s film Weathering With You.

In resonance with the film’s story, the protagonist’s determination to keep moving forward under harsh circumstances is powerfully expressed through a fusion of orchestral and rock sounds.

It’s a song that resonates in moments when you feel on the verge of losing hope or when you want to sense the bonds with those you cherish.

Cracked EarthZa Taigāsu

The Tigers are a Group Sounds band also famous for having members like Kenji Sawada, Ittoku Kishibe, and the Kishibe siblings, including Shiro Kishibe.

They enjoyed idol-like popularity and are a legendary group, with many in the entertainment world—such as Sanma Akashiya—openly declaring themselves fans.

One Earthfoorību su

Four Leaves is an early Johnny’s idol group formed in 1967.

They also reunited in 2002.

This song is their 12th single, and it sings about how everyone is connected on Earth, a single round planet, and about love.

I am here.Hayashibe Satoshi

Tomofumi Hayashibe is a singer-songwriter from Yamagata Prefecture.

He made his debut after appearing on the TV Tokyo program “THE Karaoke★Battle.” It’s a motivational song that encourages people living on this Earth who carry loneliness.

starfishELLEGARDEN

An emotional rock tune that sings straight from the heart about wanting to see the one you love.

It’s a track by the rock band ELLEGARDEN, known for producing numerous classics like “Missing” and “Jitterbug,” and it’s included on their third album, Pepperoni Quattro, released in 2004.

Despite its powerful sound, it conjures an image of a beautiful night sky spreading out above you—an immensely grand piece.

Listening to it might make you want to see your friends, lover, or family.

Masterpieces of Japanese songs that sing about the Earth. Songs that include the word “Earth” in the lyrics (41–50)

AwakeningEXILE

EXILE / Awakening (Lyric Video)
AwakeningEXILE

This is a song by EXILE released in June 2018.

EXILE, a dance-vocal group, has continued its activities under the leadership of HIRO, the group’s founder, while experiencing several member changes over the years.

The lyrics, written by vocalist ATSUSHI, speak of continuing to take on challenges on this beautiful planet.

The song was used as the theme for TBS’s soccer broadcasts.

Voice of LifeMoriguchi Hiroko

Hiroko Moriguchi made her debut in 1985 with “With Love to the Water Planet,” the theme song for the anime Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam.

She herself wrote the lyrics for this song when it was used as the theme for CR Fever Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam.

In keeping with the work, the song expresses a wish for a bright future for Earth.