[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!
- [Thank-You Song] A song to convey your feelings of “thank you” to someone special
- Love, bonds, parting, cheers… songs so moving they pierce the heart and make you cry uncontrollably
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- [Classic and Contemporary Hits] Emotionally Stirring, Heart-Touching Songs
- [Moving] Tear-jerking cheer song. A roundup of popular motivational anthems that resonate with the heart!
- Recommended moving songs for junior high school students
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- A Collection of Moving Songs Perfect for Sports Days and Athletic Festivals: Coloring the Drama of Youth
- [Touching Song] A moving song that sings about you
- A collection of tear-jerking songs trending on TikTok: timeless tracks that will move you to tears.
- The lyrics are profoundly good. The more you listen, the more it sinks in. Masterpieces of Japanese music, recommended popular songs.
- Friendship Songs: Rediscover Your Bonds! A Carefully Curated Selection of Moving Masterpieces That Will Bring You to Tears
- [Deeply Moving] A Collection of Vocaloid Masterpieces That Comfort the Heart
[Empathy Level 120%] A Compilation of Moving Songs [Love, Friendship, Encouragement] (91–100)
to go on a rampage; to start acting violently; to run amokUrufuruzu
We keep failing and things just don’t go right no matter how long we try… “Why did I end up doing it like that…?” Even as adults, there are so many things we regret.
This song gently stays by your heart in times like that.
It’s a masterpiece that carries their signature hidden passion.
When you’re feeling down, listen to this song, have a good cry, reset your feelings, and keep going!
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!
[120% Empathy] A Collection of Moving Songs [Love, Friendship, Encouragement] (101–110)
March 9Remioromen
One of Remioromen’s signature songs, “March 9th.” It has become a classic that’s long been loved as a graduation song, and many people probably find that listening to it brings back memories of their own graduation day.
It’s also well known for featuring Maki Horikita in the music video.
Though it’s widely known across generations, take a moment to listen to it again carefully.
It’s a moving song that gently fills your heart with warmth and kindness—you can truly understand why it has been cherished for so long.
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.
Words of FarewellKaientai
“Okuru Kotoba” is a classic graduation song that has been passed down and sung by people of all generations.
It’s a massive hit by the band Kaientai, led by actor Tetsuya Takeda.
Released in November 1979, it was used as the theme song for the drama “Mr.
Kinpachi in Class 3-B,” one of Takeda’s signature works.
On the music program “The Best Ten,” he even performed it surrounded by the students of Class 3-B, showing how beloved the song was by people across the country at the time.
It’s a song that carries the message of what you want to tell—and want someone dear to remember—before saying goodbye.
To MomAI
“To Mom” was written as the theme song for Lotte’s Ghana Milk Chocolate commercial.
Released as a digital single in 2013, this song resonates because its letter-like expression of “thank you” overlaps with the desire to convey gratitude.
It overflows with the heartwarming mood characteristic of AI, and it warms the listener’s heart.
At concerts, mothers and children come up on stage while the song is performed, making it even more moving.
We often hear the phrase “unconditional love,” but love takes many different forms, doesn’t it? From what feelings are they watching over us? Amid the gratitude of being together, feelings that no longer reach, and a range of emotions that make your heart feel full, the song also seems to teach us the importance of expressing our feelings to each other.
Even sentiments we can’t usually put into words feel expressible when accompanied by this song.
It’s a touching love song filled with appreciation for mothers.
Days in rosy huesTHE YELLOW MONKEY
THE YELLOW MONKEY is a rock band highly acclaimed by numerous musicians both in Japan and abroad.
Their 1999 release, “Barairo no Hibi,” was chosen as the ending theme for NHK’s “Pop Jam.” Its heavy, straightforward rock sound leaves a strong impression.
Yoshii Kazuya’s emotionally charged vocals, with their mature vibe, are truly stirring.
Many listeners will relate to the profound, scenic imagery of the lyrics.
It’s a rock number that lets you feel the bittersweet ache of loving someone so deeply it hurts.
