[2026] A Collection of Popular, Tear-Jerking Inspirational BGM

BluesetteToots Thielemans

Toots Thielemans – Bluesette (1964)

“Bluesette,” arguably the signature tune of Toots Thielemans, who was famous as a harmonica and guitar player.

While most versions feature him on harmonica, this video is unusual in that he whistles while playing the guitar.

If you work while listening to it, your tasks might just flow as smoothly as a whistle.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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TAKUMI / ArtisanMatsutani Taku

[Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Piano] Before-and-after of people gathering!? / TAKUMI / In the end, it was wrapped in human warmth!

“TAKUMI” is a soothing piece that gained broad support not only from viewers but from a wide audience as an insert track on the architectural documentary show “Before After.” Its gentle, warmly resonant sound seeps deeply into the listener’s heart.

Whether you’re working or want to immerse yourself in study, this music can help calm the atmosphere around you and may even enhance your concentration.

Why not add this track—offering comfort and encouragement in an artful form—to your recommended BGM playlist?

MomentAkiyama Hirokazu

Moment [Official · High Quality Sound] Hirokazu Akiyama

Hirokazu Akiyama’s “Moment” is a piece defined by a beautifully poignant piano melody.

Combining the cinematic grandeur of a film scene with the delicacy unique to the piano, this track is perfect as background music when you want to read, study, or work with a calm state of mind.

The richly expressive piano tones soothe the heart and spark renewed energy.

Wrapped in a majestic sense of scale yet filled with a warmly nostalgic feel, “Moment” is an ideal choice for anyone seeking moving, emotionally stirring BGM.

Rhapsody In BlueGeorge Gershwin

Rhapsody in Blue Debut | Rhapsody In Blue | Warner Archive

This piece, composed by American composer George Gershwin, who worked on many film scores, is written for solo piano and orchestra.

The title “Rhapsody in Blue” is said to mean a rhapsody in the idiom of jazz.

In Japan, it was also used in Nodame Cantabile, which helped it become known to a wider range of ages.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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A little bittersweet, sometimes sad background music for working

A little bittersweet, sometimes sad background music for work (replay)

When you want to take your time and soak in nostalgic memories of the past, listen to “A Slightly Bittersweet, Sometimes Sad BGM for Work.” It’s an omnibus-style video composed of piano-centered pieces.

Beautiful, fleeting melodies resonate, evoking cherished memories and the fond days of childhood.

Let these tracks soothe you as they capture both the beauty of memories and the poignant ache of knowing you can’t return to those days.

Though wordless, this BGM video overflows with the expressive charm of the piano, revealing many shades of emotion.

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mutō

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A cover of songs to listen to when you can’t sleep or want to calm down

Songs to listen to when you can't sleep or want to relax. Cover medley.

A collection of popular J-POP and Vocaloid songs covered as guitar-and-vocal performances, titled “Songs to Listen to When You Can’t Sleep or Want to Relax.” These BGM videos feature original tracks—normally built with lush, polished production—reinterpreted with only an acoustic guitar.

The warm guitar tone, paired with a sweet and gentle vocal, creates a soothing effect.

With added arrangements to the melodies and rhythms, it’s perfect for unwinding at night.

This cover medley gently wraps your sleepless hours.

Give it a listen as background music for your cozy time at home, too.

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