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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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A song that stays close to your heart
We’ve selected 20 especially recommended songs from our editorial team’s carefully curated list of moving, tear-jerking hits! Along with timeless classics, we’ve picked tracks with beautiful lyrics that are trending online and on social media, so be sure to listen while reading the lyrics! From love-themed songs to uplifting anthems and tunes about bonds and connections, we’ve covered a wide range of themes—so you’re sure to find tracks that resonate with your own experiences!
threadNakajima Miyuki
Ito is a classic song often chosen as a gift for the bride and groom at weddings.
It’s a masterpiece that likens the encounters between people to threads weaving a fabric.
It reminds us that meeting the precious person by our side at this very moment is nothing short of a miracle.
It’s a song that overflows with gratitude for the people and events we’ve encountered so far, and one that brings tears to your eyes.
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
It’s a classic cheer song that was once selected as a theme song for the PyeongChang Olympics.
While they’re usually known for danceable tracks and songs brimming with a sense of fantasy, this one is calmer than usual, with lyrics that feel like they’re speaking directly to us listeners—and that’s its charm.
Its message of support for those who keep striving toward their goals has movingly colored many Olympic dramas.
It’s a warm anthem for life that’s sure to move you if you listen while you’re in the middle of your own efforts.
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, whose recent win of the Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards is still fresh in our memories, wrote Soranji specifically for the film From Siberia With Love.
Its lyrics sing of the preciousness of life and the wonder of being alive.
No matter when you listen—during hard times or happy ones—it will move you deeply.
Incidentally, the title Soranji is said to come from the Japanese verb “soranji(ru),” which means “to memorize/learn by heart.” In other words, it may express the desire to remember all the wonderful moments in life.
ultramarineYOASOBI
An ennui-tinged opening that lets you feel a languid mood, followed by a striking, chorus that overturns it—‘Gunjou.’ It’s a song released on September 1, 2020 by the hugely popular pop duo YOASOBI.
YOASOBI is known for writing songs inspired by novels, but ‘Gunjou’ is said to have been inspired by the manga Blue Period.
The story text that serves as the original for this song, titled ‘Ao o Mikata ni’ (Make Blue Your Ally), is published on the Alfort Mini Chocolate website, showcasing their commitment to worldbuilding.
You’re certain to find yourself empathizing with the “conflict” in the protagonist’s heart!
spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota
A moving song by Tota that almost brings you to tears when you listen.
Through natural imagery like the sky, wind, and flowers, delicate feelings of longing are portrayed with finesse.
Its popularity—surpassing 400 million total plays on social media—speaks to its power to resonate with many hearts.
The track is included on the album “oidaki,” released in February 2023, and was also performed on YouTube’s THE FIRST TAKE.
Tota’s transparent vocals paired with a simple arrangement make it deeply affecting.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you’re thinking of someone precious or need the courage to look forward.
lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that captures the fragility and beauty of youth with a voice that resonates deeply and delicately chosen words.
Released in April 2024 as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” it moved many hearts.
The refreshing melody characteristic of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE blends perfectly with lyrics rich in meaning.
It sings of the joy and struggle of finding what truly matters within limited time, offering comfort to the listener.
This work is recommended for moments when you want to face yourself or reflect on memories with someone important.
It will gently stay by your side when you want to sort out your feelings.
Welcome back.Tani Yuuki
A moving love song filled with bittersweet feelings for someone precious.
Tani Yuuki’s gentle voice resonates deep in the heart.
Included on the album “Memories,” this track was released as a single in November 2022.
It expresses the longing to keep waiting for a lover who has been separated, and the belief in a destiny bound by a red thread.
In the music video, a wooden robot takes center stage as a story unfolds around love, parting, and reunion.
It also carries a message like a profound prayer inspired by Ainu folktales.
This is a song that supports those who have experienced parting from a loved one or are in a long-distance relationship.