[120% Empathy] A Collection of Moving Songs [Love, Friendship, Encouragement]
When it comes to moving songs, what kind of tracks come to mind for you?
Whether it’s love songs, fight songs, or songs about youth, I’m sure everyone has had the experience of thinking, “This song really moved me!!”
There are many different kinds of moving songs, but one common thread among them is that they often “overlap with our own experiences” in some way.
When we encounter lyrics or music that speak for the feelings we’ve been through, our hearts are touched by the power of music.
In this article, I’ll introduce many deeply relatable, moving songs.
Some may even move you to tears.
I hope you find the perfect song for you!
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[Empathy Level 120%] A Compilation of Moving Songs [Love, Friendship, Encouragement] (91–100)
HeroFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
The 11th single by the music unit FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, who pursued solo activities after disbanding in 2013 and announced their reunion in 2021.
The lyrics portray fathers who work every day for their families as “heroes,” reminding us that heroes aren’t imaginary superhumans but the real, closest figures who protect us.
With its pop, catchy melody delivering a warm message, it’s a song you’ll want to share along with your everyday gratitude.
Blown by the windElefanto Kashimashi
This song is perfect for graduations and farewells.
The vocalist, Hiroji Miyamoto, belts out the high notes with everything he’s got.
His intense, earnest singing—pushing his voice to the edge, even letting it grow hoarse—moves you deeply.
Before you know it, you’ll be in tears, singing along with the refrain in the latter half.
Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako
Takako Okamura, who had a massive hit with “Matsu wa” as a member of Amin, released her fifth solo single, “Yume wo Akiramenai de,” in 1987.
Although Okamura originally wrote it as a heartbreak song, its lyrics can also be taken as an encouraging anthem, which led to its use on the TV program Nettou Koshien and its adoption as a choral piece.
In 2005, it was also chosen as the theme song for the film Aim for the Ace! 9 (Gyakkyou Nine).
It’s such a classic that it even appears in music textbooks—be sure to give it a listen!
I’m sorry, Mom.YU-A
A message song that reflects the life shared with her mother, who was a single mother.
Singer-songwriter YU-A, also known for collaborations with artists like Dōji-T, released it in 2011.
With lyrics written as candidly as a letter and a melodious chorus that tugs at the heartstrings, it became a much-talked-about classic known as a song that makes you cry.
Nostalgic memories come flooding back, and toward the end, especially, the beautiful words filled with gratitude and a daughter’s love are sure to well up your emotions.
When you want to convey feelings you haven’t been able to express, it also evokes even greater emotion in celebratory settings such as weddings.
Goodbyekaraa botoru
A rock band that grabs your heart with overwhelming vocal power, Color Bottle pours their all into this bittersweet yet powerful ballad.
As the title suggests, it’s a masterpiece that straightforwardly depicts, from a male perspective, the feelings of lovers drifting apart.
It’s the kind of song that makes you heat up as you can’t help recalling the beautiful romances of your youth—memories that never fade no matter how old you get.
Let’s go home.Fuji Kaze
He released his first track, “NAN-NAN w,” in November 2019, and the conversational lyrics that mix in dialect sparked a big buzz.
Of course, that’s not the only reason his music drew attention—the bold, sultry vocals, the catchy yet beautiful melodies, and the irresistibly replayable sound work are all part of the appeal.
His songs can best be described as high-sense and sophisticated, and they really lift your mood when you listen!
366 daysHY
For many people, this is the go-to song when dealing with a broken heart.
Hailed as the ultimate breakup song—practically a monument among breakup tunes—this track features vocalist Izumi Nakasone’s voice, tender yet aching, resonating throughout.
It’s included on the album “HeartY.” Nakasone, who wrote both the lyrics and music, revealed a shocking story: she broke up with her partner in order to write this song.
Falling in love, enjoying joyful times together, then parting ways—yet still keeping your beloved in your heart.
This song traces that arc of love, touching the hearts of anyone who has loved and endured a painful breakup.
