Songs to Encourage Those Who Are Ill | Supportive Tunes That Gently Soothe Anxious Hearts
I’d like to introduce some songs recommended for those who want to encourage themselves or a loved one who’s feeling anxious because of illness.
When you’re sick, it’s easy to fall into negative thoughts like, “What’s going to happen to me from now on?”
Being alone can make unpleasant thoughts surface even more.
These are songs I’ve gathered for moments like that—ones that let you feel gentle sentiments such as “I’m right here with you” and “It’s okay to cry when it’s hard.”
Why not offer a heart-touching song along with words of support and comfort?
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Songs to Encourage Those Who Are Ill | Supportive Tunes That Gently Accompany an Anxious Heart (21–30)
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
There will be times when you feel something is pointless or worthless, and you shed tears out of frustration with your situation.
But those tears are never in vain.
The tears you shed when things are tough and painful will absolutely turn into the strength that makes you stronger.
That feeling is expressed in Mayo Okamoto’s debut song “TOMORROW,” which was used as the theme song for the drama Second Chance.
When you visit someone and they force a smile to welcome you even though they’re really having a hard time, help them open up and show their true feelings, just like in this song.
If you do, you can ease their suffering a little and help loosen a heart that has grown rigid.
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu
From the title alone, this song gives you a hunch that something good is coming and helps you look forward.
When Takahashi Yu sings “Ashita wa Kitto Ii Hi ni Naru” with his gentle yet powerful voice, it really makes you feel like tomorrow will be a good day! You’ve probably heard it often—as a commercial jingle, or in Rihwa’s cover—an uplifting, tender number that gives you energy.
It’s a song I especially want those who are working hard and fighting through each day to hear, one that feels like it brings happiness with it.
Depending on how you look at things, it can make them feel happy—it nudges you to take a more positive view.
Ruts (Wadachi)Kobukuro
For someone who’s feeling down and discouraged by illness, let’s sing them this song.
This track by Kobukuro is like taking the hand of someone who’s hurting and leading them to a brighter place.
It offers the hope that after all the pain and tears, a bright future truly awaits.
Gifting this song to someone who’s struggling and spending joyful time together can help lift their spirits.
Let’s give them the strength to look ahead, imagining the day when you can sing this song together loudly and cheerfully.
On Your SideSuperfly
Even if people fighting illness are surely full of anxiety, I think many of them keep a smile on the surface and bravely do their best.
If you want to be there for such people and offer even a little encouragement, it might be nice to give them a song like this.
Superfly’s “On Your Side” is a song that gently tells a loved one, “I’m on your side,” and stays close to their heart.
The song is included on Superfly’s fifth album, WHITE, released in 2015.
SymphonyHirai Dai
Dai Hirai is a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity for songs with a natural vibe that incorporate a touch of surf music.
“Symphony” is a track whose lyrics—about taking the first step to become a stronger version of yourself—give you courage when you feel stuck.
The idea that the various challenges you work hard to take on will connect to your future and ultimately shape a happy life… Comparing that image to a symphony is a really cool touch!
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
I think Motohiro Hata’s gentle singing voice and guitar melodies are brimming with a soothing effect.
This song is a perfect fit for the theme of encouraging those who are ill; it quietly stays by the side of someone suffering alone.
In the loneliness of recovery, just hearing words like those in the chorus could be enough to give someone courage.
You’re not alone—if anything happens, tell me anytime.
With that wish to offer kind words, try sending this song.
Under the same skyayaka
Ayaka made her debut in 2006 with the release of “I believe,” but the following year she developed Graves’ disease.
She kept this private and continued her activities until the announcement of her marriage to Hiro Mizushima in 2009.
She then went on an indefinite hiatus, and the last song she released before the break was her 10th single, “Minna no Sora no Shita.” When you’re ill, it’s easy to fall into negative thoughts.
But even at times like that, listening to this song brings a gentle sense of hope, as if light is shining through no matter what.
It’s a song I highly recommend as a gift of encouraging words for anyone facing the uncertainty of illness.
