[Grateful for Encounters] A Collection of Classic Songs Celebrating Cherished Meetings [Love & Friendship]
When you hear “a song about encounters,” what kind of meeting do you imagine?
Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is a man and woman meeting in a romantic context!
But there are many kinds of encounters—between friends, between teammates—and there are songs that celebrate each kind of meeting.
In this article, I’ll introduce songs themed around all sorts of encounters!
Just as people say “after parting comes a new meeting,” some songs that seem at first glance to be about farewells are actually about encounters when you look closely at the lyrics!
We’ll be introducing lots of songs, so read on to the end!
- [Thank-You Song] A song to convey your feelings of “thank you” to someone special
- [Song of Destiny] Love songs to listen to when you meet your destined person
- A bright song about comrades. A roundup of classic tracks that make you feel the bonds.
- [A New Love Song] A romance song themed around meeting someone
- Only masterpieces that color the season of meetings and farewells! Spring songs recommended for Gen Z.
- [Tears of Joy] Beautiful Friendship Songs with Lyrics You’ll Want to Gift to a Dear Friend
- A gratitude song for friends. A thank-you song dedicated to someone special.
- [Song of Gratitude] Timeless classics and the latest tracks that convey heartfelt “thank you” to your seniors
- Mutual love, unrequited love, familial love... classic songs that sing about affection
- Friendship Songs: Rediscover Your Bonds! A Carefully Curated Selection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
- Emotional songs to listen to in spring: a collection of masterpieces that suit the season of meetings and farewells.
- Love, bonds, parting, cheers… songs so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry uncontrollably
[Grateful for Encounters] A Collection of Classic Songs About Precious Meetings [Love & Friendship] (71–80)
Human CrossingKetsumeishi
A track by Ketsumeishi, known for hit numbers like “Natsu no Omoide” and “Sakura.” Featured on their 10th album, “KETSUNOPOLIS 10,” the song’s signature “singable rap,” a Ketsumeishi trademark, and its light, lively piano sound really lift your spirits.
Its message—that fleeting encounters and partings, as well as bonds that last a lifetime, are all a matter of fate—makes you reflect on the importance of once-in-a-lifetime meetings.
It’s an upbeat, piercing number that helps you reaffirm the value of the people who are by your side right now.
Momentary as it is≠ME
This is a song by the idol group ≠ME, produced by Rino Sashihara, released in April 2023 as their sixth single.
It’s a refreshing yet powerful message song that wraps a band sound in piano and string tones.
With positive lyrics about “the happiness of being with someone important to you,” just reading them can be encouraging—so your friends might be delighted if you share it with them.
When you’re feeling down, this song is sure to save you.
True truly loveHorie Yui
This song, included as a coupling track on Yui Horie’s single “Immoralist,” released in February 2011, was used as the theme song for the MMORPG “DIVINA.” It reached No.
8 on the Oricon charts.
Grateful for Encounters: A Collection of Classic Songs About Cherished Meetings [Love & Friendship] (81–90)
45 minutes to the backsawada kenji
This is a single by Kenji Sawada released in January 1983, which reached No.
20 on the Oricon chart.
The lyrics and composition were handled by Yosui Inoue, and a self-cover version is included on his album “LION & PELICAN,” released the following year.
YESCHIHIRO
This song about meeting that special someone feels like a particularly special track even among CHIHIRO’s love-themed works.
The lyrics depict a resolve to walk into the future together, and the marriage-minded content is enough to make your heart race.
The melody that evokes the moment of a proposal gives listeners courage and hope.
Released in August 2012, this piece has likely colored a cherished page in the memories of many couples.
CHIHIRO’s voice feels as if it gently stands by those in love.
Listening to this song, you can feel the bond with your loved one grow even stronger.
I’m glad I met you.Tomo to Suzannu
Filled with a heartwarming melody and deep affection, this song expresses gratitude for meeting someone special.
When a fateful encounter happens in life, it conveys in simple words the happiness of being united with that person, resonating with listeners’ hearts.
Released in May 2009, the song was performed by the unit formed from Fuji TV’s “Quiz! Hexagon II,” Tomo and Suzanne.
Created as a wedding song, it’s one you’ll want to use as background music at a wedding.
Listening to it may bring back a flood of memories with your loved one.
I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko
Kyoko Koizumi’s biggest hit, a million-seller.
There are times when you just can’t be honest with the person who loved you with all their heart, right? No matter what happens, I believe the time you spend together will surely become irreplaceable.
Even if you end up breaking up, it would be wonderful if you could feel that it led you both to what’s next, or that it became an unforgettable love.
This song expresses gratitude for having met and leaves you feeling very positive.
I think listening to it some time after a breakup will make it resonate even more!
