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Songs of Studio Ghibli: List of Theme Songs, Insert Songs, and BGM from Ghibli Music

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Studio Ghibli films, enjoyed by both adults and children, are also famous for their wonderful music.

Every work features songs that perfectly fit the story and leave an unforgettable impression after just one listen.

We’ve gathered not only the popular theme songs and insert songs from Studio Ghibli works, but also image songs that bring back memories of famous scenes and evocative moments.

If you want to listen to Ghibli’s masterpieces or hear again the song that played in that one scene, be sure to check these out!

A Wizard of Earthsea (1–10)

town/cityTerashima Tamiya

City (Piano) ~ from the movie "Tales from Earthsea" ~

town/cityTerashima Tamiya

This piece brims with a foreign flair, exuding an Irish atmosphere.

The soundtrack’s composer is a Kumamoto-born artist who has previously won the Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Music.

Although he grew up playing the trumpet in junior high and high school, after graduating he switched to keyboards, joined a local rock band, and also played in Shogo Hamada’s support band.

Alongside his band activities, he began composing in earnest and actively worked on commercials.

His synthesizer-driven orchestration has earned high acclaim.

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JourneyTerashima Tamiya

"Tabiji" from "Tales from Earthsea" played by ocha

JourneyTerashima Tamiya

This is the piece used in scenes like when Haitaka and Arren head to Tenar’s house, and when Arren is riding on Tehru in her dragon form.

Perhaps because it’s a slightly melancholy piano solo with high versatility, or because it closely aligns with the story’s themes, it’s used repeatedly throughout the film.

It’s such a popular track that it even has a piano cover included as the fourth track on the soundtrack.

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travelerTeshima Aoi

traveler

travelerTeshima Aoi

Here’s a song themed around a traveler.

The lyrics, which evoke someone pressing on alone across vast plains, deserts, and hills, make you feel as if you’re journeying together.

The piano and strings start off gently, then pick up the tempo, so it never gets dull to listen to.

Of course, it’s a perfect match with the airy, atmospheric vocals.

It’s a track that makes you feel a solitary traveler right before your eyes.

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dragonTeshima Aoi

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dragonTeshima Aoi

The film version of Tales from Earthsea differs in many ways from the original work and leaves room for interpretation, but the song “Therru’s Song” helps in understanding its story.

Its lyrics express the worldview that forms the backdrop of the piece, and combined with Aoi Teshima’s vocals over a piano accompaniment, they evoke a curious gentleness.

It’s a track I highly recommend listening to after watching the film.

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When Marnie Was There (11–20)

Healed by the guitar’s tones and gentle singing voice...!

Introducing the theme song and insert songs from “When Marnie Was There”! The beautiful tones of the acoustic guitar are simply enchanting. Listening to them is incredibly relaxing. Related article:Songs from 'When Marnie Was There': theme song and insert songs

When Marnie Was There (1–10)

Fine On The OutsidePurishira Aan

[Japan Tour Confirmed] Fine On The Outside / Priscilla Ahn — Theme song of Studio Ghibli’s film “When Marnie Was There”

Fine On The OutsidePurishira Aan

The theme song for the 2014 film When Marnie Was There.

Priscilla Ahn had long been a huge Studio Ghibli fan, and her love for Japanese music—evident in projects like her album covering J-pop—led to her being selected to perform the theme.

Her husky voice, the sound of the acoustic guitar, and the relaxed tempo gently wrap around you.

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