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Emotional tracks perfect for a drive; road trip songs that deepen your memories.

POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

There are all kinds of songs you can play on a drive, but choosing the right ones can be tough.

Ideally, you want to pick tracks that suit the person you’re with and the situation, so the music truly fits the drive.

In this article, we’re focusing on songs that carry an emotional vibe.

We’ll pick out “emo” tracks based on recent hits.

Whether you’re alone, with friends, family, or a partner—how about heading home with songs that bring back memories from the day or the past? Music has the power to elevate the atmosphere, so enjoy your driving time with these wonderful tracks.

Emotional songs you’ll want to play on a drive. Road trip tracks that deepen your memories (41–50)

Tokyo FlashVaundy

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Tokyo FlashVaundy

A signature work by Vaundy, marked by a refined groove with urban flair and a stylish vocal delivery.

It delicately portrays the bustle of the city and the subtleties of human relationships, vividly expressing the loneliness and inner conflict that lurk beneath surface-level communication.

This masterpiece perfectly balances sophisticated, city-inspired sound with deeply resonant lyrics.

Since its release in November 2019, it surpassed 100 million streams in February 2022.

The song was featured in ABEMA’s romance reality show “Koisuru ♥ Shuumatsu Homestay” (2021 Spring Tokyo) and is included on the album “strobo.” It’s ideal as nighttime driving music or for quiet moments with someone special.

A perfect track for those seeking a sophisticated, mature, urban atmosphere.

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In conclusion

Up to this point, I’ve introduced some emotional tracks recommended for driving. Given their “emo” nature, many of them might have been the kind that slowly sink in. If you find a song you like, I also recommend digging deeper into that artist’s catalog!