Recommended easy listening. Relaxing, soothing background music.

ElectraAirstream

Electra

When you feel a flutter in your heart or a touch of melancholy, you naturally crave slow-tempo electronica, don’t you? “Electra,” released by Airstream in 2005, is a track that evokes nighttime cityscapes and scenery.

Hip-hop-flavored drums and melodious synths resonate throughout.

Pay attention to the guitar arpeggios that appear midway through the song as well.

It also carries a lo-fi vibe and the charm of a film score.

It’s a slow-tempo number you’ll want to play on sleepless nights.

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OblivionAstor Piazzolla and his band (Asutoru Piazzora)

Oblivion by Astor Piazzolla and his band (original)

I wouldn’t be surprised if this song were used in a travel commercial.

Just listening to it makes you feel as if you’re on a trip somewhere.

In contrast, the latter half of the piece carries a sense of wistfulness and evokes a certain nostalgia.

For a Few Dollars MoreEnnio Morricone (Ennio Morikōne)

For a Few Dollars More (Yūhi no Ganman) — Ennio Morricone

I think there are hardly any people who don’t know the film “For a Few Dollars More,” except perhaps among the younger generation.

It was such an influential Western that whenever people heard this music, everyone would mimic a quick draw.

It feels like a time that’s hard to imagine nowadays.

Do You Know The Way To San JoseBurt Bacharach

Do You Know The Way To San Jose

This is a gem of a song by Burt Bacharach, distinguished by its gentle, soul-soothing melody and sophisticated harmonies.

The lyrics, which portray a young man returning to his hometown after his dreams have fallen apart, stand in striking contrast to the buoyant rhythm, creating a deeply resonant impression.

Released in April 1968 as a track on the album “Dionne Warwick in Valley of the Dolls,” it became a worldwide hit through Dionne Warwick’s vocals.

The song was also featured in Chrysler Dodge car commercials and in the music program at Disney California Adventure.

It’s a perfect piece to enjoy with a calm heart during a quick refresh between work or study, or as soothing background music when you’re feeling emotionally tired.

Around The WorldFilm Studio Orchestra

Around the World in 80 Days

The elegant melody woven by the grand orchestral arrangement was used as a film’s ending theme and stands as a signature work by Victor Young, who won the 1956 Academy Award for Best Original Score.

The performance by the Film Studio Orchestra beautifully balances the dignity of classical music with the accessibility of pop, and its graceful resonance lingers in the heart.

Originally gaining worldwide attention as the main theme for the film Around the World in 80 Days, the piece was later covered by a variety of artists, including Bing Crosby and the Ramsey Lewis Trio.

It’s a soothing track that’s perfect for a refreshing break during work or study, or for anyone who wants to relax and enjoy music at an unhurried pace.

Around the World in 80 DaysVictor Young Orchestra (Vikutā Yangu)

Victor Young film 'Around the World in 80 Days' Around the world

The sound world woven by the grand orchestral melodies is filled with a charm that feels like an invitation to journey around the globe.

Under the masterful baton of Victor Young, this work—beautifully balancing adventure and romance—was composed as the main theme for a film released in 1956 and earned the Academy Award for Best Original Score.

Its elegant, expansive melodic line musically portrays the cultures and landscapes of various countries, painting vivid scenes in the listener’s mind.

It’s a recommended track for a gentle change of pace—perfect for a refreshing break during work or as a relaxing companion to leisurely reading.

Memories of the AlhambraFrancisco Tárrega

Recuerdos de la Alhambra (guitar masterpiece) by Tárrega — Pepe Romero — Recuerdos de la Alhambra (F. Tárrega)

This is a masterpiece whose delicate, beautiful guitar tone pierces the heart.

The mesmerizing melody created by its breathtaking tremolo technique proved the boundless possibilities of the classical guitar.

Composed by Francisco Tárrega in 1896, the piece expresses in music the deep inspiration he received from the Alhambra Palace in Granada.

It was featured on the soundtrack of the film The Killing Fields and used as background music in Korean dramas, capturing the hearts of even more listeners.

It’s a highly recommended piece when you want to immerse yourself in music with a calm mind or soothe your heart.

Surrender yourself to the melody that flows like the murmur of a fountain, and you will be enveloped in quiet serenity.