[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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[120% Empathy] A Collection of Moving Songs [Love, Friendship, Encouragement] (131–140)
familyJam9
The ballad “Kazoku” (Family) depicts a child’s gratitude to their parents and the love within a family.
It’s the debut single by Jam9, a hip-hop unit formed in 2003 in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture.
The song gained attention mainly through requests on cable radio.
The gentle overall flow contrasts with a chorus that suddenly soars, letting emotions overflow and bringing listeners to tears.
The lyrics are especially relatable for those who’ve had a mischievous past—or are still in it—and find it hard to be straightforward, wrapping them in a sense of the importance of parents and heartfelt gratitude.
Roomsakaiyuu
This is a heartbreaking breakup song by Yu Sakai, showcasing his overwhelming performance with a soaring high-pitched voice.
The beautiful orchestral sound, highlighted by piano, makes the track truly moving.
It’s a song that leaves you in awe of Yu Sakai’s composing talent—turning the loneliness and solitude conveyed in straightforward words into something so profoundly touching.
THANXWANIMA
Released in 2015, this is a fast-paced track by WANIMA.
Like in the music video, it’s become a festival staple in recent years that really gets the crowd going.
It’s not just intense or fun—it also carries a sense of emotion.
Although the sound is melodic hardcore, the vocals are clearly sung in Japanese, so the lyrics come through directly, which might be a key to its popularity.
It’s becoming a must-have classic not only for live shows but also on music player playlists.
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
This is a song by Kenshi Yonezu, chosen as the theme for the TV anime “Medalist.” A passionate piece that Yonezu, a fan of the original creator, personally requested to make.
It portrays, over a driving melody, the earnest relationship of two people—one supporting and one being supported—running in tandem toward their dream.
Released in January 2025, the song is marked by a powerful message that stirs the listener’s heart.
When you’re taking on a challenge or stuck at a wall and can’t take the next step, listening to it will surely give you courage.
It will gently nudge you forward, supporting your determination not to give up.
Answer keyJUJU
JUJU, a highly skilled singer who has also spent time in the United States, is popular across a wide range of generations.
On November 10, 2021, she released “Kotaeawase,” her first new single in about a year and a half.
The song was written as the theme for the TV drama “Koi Desu! Yankee-kun to Hakujō Girl,” which is based on a manga.
Produced by hitmaker Koichi Tsutaya, it’s turned into a very pop track.
JUJU is often associated with cool tunes and heartrending ballads, but this earnest, upbeat love song she sings lifts listeners’ spirits and gives them a positive outlook.
Darkening RoomMatsutōya Yumi
The lyrics sorrowfully depicting a breakup with a lover really strike a chord.
It’s a song by Yuming (Yumi Matsutoya), released in 1976 as her seventh single.
It’s a popular piece that has been covered by many well-known musicians, including Elephant Kashimashi.
Perhaps it’s Matsutoya’s vocals and lyrics that make you feel as if you’re witnessing the scene right before your eyes.
The world of the song seems to slip straight into your heart.
It’s one of those timeless masterpieces of Japanese music.
to MotherYUI
A 2010 song by YUI, who is also the vocalist of the band FLOWER FLOWER and restarted her solo career in 2020.
While it carries a slightly wistful atmosphere, its piano-based melody line and YUI’s one-of-a-kind voice create a warm love song.
As the title “to Mother” suggests, it’s a message to her mother, but it also seems to be filled with a universal kind of love that goes beyond that.
It resonates with the feeling of wanting to dedicate it to someone important in various moments, and together with its relatable lyrics, it gently moves you.