[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!
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[Gratitude for Encounters] A Collection of Classic Songs About Cherished Meetings [Love & Friendship] (41–50)
Futabaaimyon
It’s a message song by Aimyon that stays close to the loneliness of parting while gently speaking about the bright future that awaits beyond it.
Built on the calm sound of acoustic guitar, with strings and band elements added as accents, it emphasizes a grand atmosphere that feels like it’s being addressed to many people.
Centered on the theme of growing into adulthood, it softly reminds us that the memories we’ve built up during our school days become the strength that carries us into the future.
It’s a song that expresses a powerful cheer: the courage to overcome hardships exists within each person’s heart.
[Grateful for Encounters] A Collection of Masterpieces Celebrating Precious Meetings [Love & Friendship] (51–60)
Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster
Little Glee Monster’s song “Itsuka Kono Namida ga” is a powerful work that celebrates the bonds with steadfast companions and sings of the value of hard work.
Included on the album “Fanfare,” released March 22, 2023, the track intricately weaves into its lyrics the ties forged through sweat and tears and the importance of having the courage to face oneself.
With beautiful harmonies, it conveys how precious the friends we meet while pushing ourselves to the limit are in our lives.
Its delicate word choice and easy-to-listen-to melody are sure to resonate with people in any circumstance.
Still…arashi
It’s one of the tracks included as the second single alongside Arashi’s signature song “Happiness,” and it can be called a hidden gem.
Overall, the lyrics can be interpreted as a song about a couple who decide to part ways in order to pursue their dreams.
But what I’d like you to focus on this time is a single line that appears in the latter half—one that changes the way you think about parting and meeting.
People often say, “Goodbyes are a step toward the next encounter,” and these lyrics express exactly that sentiment.
The word “goodbye” can make us feel down, but this song encourages a positive mindset, urging us to walk forward with all we have toward new encounters—including reunions.
BOY MEETS GIRLTRF
This is a single by TRF released in June 1994, and the use of traditional Japanese instruments in the performance is striking.
The promotional video was filmed in Mexico.
With this song, TRF made their first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It was later covered by WORLD ORDER.
MIRAIShonan no Kaze
Shonan no Kaze’s “MIRAI” is a song filled with a message of gratitude for the friends they’ve met.
Its warm lyrics convey a strong bond between men, reflecting the times they spent together and the support they gave each other.
Especially since the massive 2006 hit “Junrenka,” Shonan no Kaze’s music has been widely loved by many, and the heartfelt messages in songs like this one carry tremendous impact.
Anyone who has overcome hardships alongside their friends will surely relate to this track.
It’s a reminder, at crucial moments in life, of just how important friends truly are.
LemonYūsuke
This is a single by Yusuke released in February 2013.
He wrote the lyrics, and it was created around the theme of “how to spend the season of meetings and farewells.” It was used as the theme song for the TV drama Last Train Goodbye, and it reached No.
5 on the Oricon chart.
Thank you for meeting me.Rihwa
A song I’d love to give to someone special: Rihwa’s “Arigatou, Deatte Kurete” (“Thank You for Meeting Me”).
It’s a love song that tells you, “I’m who I am because I met you; any moment is happiness as long as you’re there.” The lyrics are straightforward and take courage to say, but precisely because it’s important, you want to put it into words, right? If you give this song, overflowing with love and gratitude, I’m sure your partner will be delighted.
It’s such a wonderful love song that it could make everyone around who’s listening feel happy, too!
