[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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So that I don’t forgetkururi
Quruli is a rock band known for their warm acoustic sound.
“Wasure nai you ni” (“So I Won’t Forget”), included on their 2018 release Songline, is a track filled with nostalgia.
Its arrangement pays homage to UK rock icons Oasis and to Spitz, who have been active since the 1990s.
The emotional lyrics, which evoke vivid landscapes, will resonate with you.
Why not let yourself be soothed by this gentle song that embraces a spectrum of feelings?
Relay ~ Forest PoemSazan Ōrusutāzu
Relay ~ Mori no Uta,” released in 2023 by Southern All Stars, a rock band with nationwide recognition.
The song was also featured in UNIQLO commercials starring lead vocalist Keisuke Kuwata: “LifeWear/HEATTECH: Happiness Is Today” and “Snow Globe.” Centered on the theme of protecting beautiful natural landscapes, it delivers a message that challenges society and individuals alike.
In an era when everyone feels worries and anxieties, this track reminds us of the importance of kindness and warmth.
Why not lend an ear to its grand choral work set against a band performance led by strings?
Where the Wind GoesAdo
Kaze no Yukue, which was chosen as the ending theme for the film ONE PIECE FILM RED.
It is sung by Ado, a singer who can masterfully handle any kind of song, with lyrics and composition by Motohiro Hata.
The song portrays people forging ahead toward their dreams and goals, aligning perfectly with the story’s theme of facing various hardships.
The sound, enriched by a grand string arrangement, evokes an expansive world.
It’s a moving ballad imbued with a powerful yet warm message: with the right mindset, you can spread your wings and fly anywhere.
A place where the heart returnsOku Hanako
A song used as the theme for the anime commemorating the 60th anniversary of Soka City.
Soka City is located in the southeastern part of Saitama Prefecture.
A key highlight is that the lyrics mention the Ayase River and the Harp Bridge within the city! The lyrics express feelings toward one’s hometown and the life that has been passed down through generations.
These are things everyone thinks about at least once, right? It’s a song that makes you feel how important your hometown is.
Trumpet Vine (Reprise)Andō Yūko
Yuko Ando is a singer-songwriter with a captivatingly beautiful voice and a one-of-a-kind artistic world.
This is her song “Nōzenkazura (Reprise).” The track was created based on a poem written by Ando’s grandmother, who composed it in the wake of her husband’s passing.
The song gives voice to the protagonist’s unwavering longing for a beloved who has died.
Ando’s gentle, cool-toned vocals carry the words she chose with effortless grace.
It’s a profoundly moving and exquisitely beautiful piece.
sunflowerAdo
It takes courage to be honest with your feelings, doesn’t it? That’s why I’d like to introduce a cheering song that gives you a gentle push: “Himawari” (Sunflower).
This track by Ado was created as the theme song for the drama “18/40: Dreams and Love, Together.” It’s a warm ballad that portrays a woman who thinks of herself as timid mustering the courage to take a step forward.
It’s also sprinkled with summery imagery, so keep an ear out for that as you listen.
LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism
A song by Official HIGE DANDism, whose steadily growing popularity accelerated in 2019, propelling them to the forefront of the Japanese music scene.
When it comes to their music, you might strongly associate them with love songs like “Pretender” and “I LOVE…”.
On the other hand, this track carries a message of encouragement that can even be taken as an anthem for life.
It’s filled with support for those who challenge themselves in pursuit of their hopes and dreams, and I think it’s a song that will deeply move anyone who’s currently giving something their all.
