[Resonates with the Heart] Masterpiece Ballads with Beautiful, Poignant Lyrics
There are so many moving ballads out there, aren’t there?
Among them, we’re going to spotlight ballads with a focus on “great lyrics.”
Of course, there are many ways lyrics can be good—what kind do you like?
From songs with rich storytelling, to love songs that sing of profound affection, to gentle pieces that move you to tears, we’ll dig into the charms of ballad lyrics across many styles.
Ballads, where the power of music can be felt even more strongly, stay close to our hearts.
Be sure to find ballads with lyrics that match your own tastes!
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[Heart-touching] Ballad masterpieces with great lyrics (21–30)
oneselfTani Yuuki
Singer-songwriter Tani Yuuki, who rose to fame on TikTok and is known for hit numbers like “Myra” and “W/X/Y.” “Jibun Jishin” is a ballad released in 2022.
With Tani’s characteristically gentle words and buoyant rhythm, it’s sure to give a push to listeners of all generations.
It can also give you the courage to open up about your feelings or take a new step forward.
When a string of bad days brings you down, these lyrics make you want to trust the burning passion you feel within yourself.
It’s a song for “Jibun Jishin” (your own self), and it’s also a warm track that stays by your side when you want to express gratitude to a friend or a lover.
leap day personRADWIMPS
Written for the album “The Last 10 Years ~Original Soundtrack~,” released in March 2022, this piece is a grand ballad woven from piano and orchestral arrangements.
While it grapples with the heavy theme of death, its lyrics beautifully portray the miracle of meeting a loved one and the preciousness of life, moving listeners to the core.
Created as the theme song for the film “The Last 10 Years,” starring Nana Komatsu and Kentaro Sakaguchi, it also reflects deep immersion in the work—Yojiro Noda reportedly read the script nearly a hundred times before completing it.
It’s perfect not only for lingering in the film’s afterglow but also for those moments when you want to reaffirm the irreplaceable tenderness of everyday life; take your time and listen closely.
Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai
When it comes to ballads that depict the fateful meeting of lovers, “Stand by me, Stand by you.” comes to mind.
Released in 2020 by singer-songwriter Dai Hirai, known for delivering refreshing songs that evoke images of the seaside and sandy beaches, it’s a ballad where ambient tones spread over an R&B-style beat.
It portrays the miracle of meeting a loved one in this vast world, overflowing with feelings of love and gratitude.
The clear, translucent sound and his cool vocals are sure to soothe you.
It’s a romantic love song that likens the beloved woman to a princess.
Slow BalladRC sakuseshon
RC Succession is a rock band that has influenced countless musicians in music and live performance.
In 1976, they released this song, “Slow Ballad.” It features a jazzy band arrangement with a horn section.
The song depicts scenes with a woman after a night spent together, evoking a fleeting yet beautiful nocturnal mood.
Many listeners will relate to its straightforward, pure feelings for a loved one.
It’s a masterpiece where the somewhat poetic lyrics blend perfectly with Kiyoshiro Imawano’s passionate vocals.
Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG
Sayonara COLOR, which is also known for inspiring Naoto Takenaka to create a film of the same name, is a classic that simply conveys the beauty of its lyrics.
It’s extremely personal yet easy to grasp, and above all, gentle.
Set to a subtly bittersweet and calm melody, it carries a message urging you to live true to yourself.
Listening to this song will surely help you accept a painful, lonely goodbye and still believe in the future.
It’s a remarkable ballad that stands by you through every farewell in life.
your songShimizu Shota
“Because you’re here, I can shine.” It’s a warm ballad that sings gratitude to a beloved person.
The song is by Shota Shimizu, a singer-songwriter from Osaka Prefecture, and is included on his fourth album, “Naturally,” released in March 2012.
The gentle piano melody and soulful vocals convey a straightforward feeling that one’s world begins to shine thanks to someone special.
This track seems to carry a message that being loved can change who you are, nurturing a sense of self-worth.
On nights when you long to be loved, try listening while picturing the face of the person who supports you.
AldebaranAI
A song inspired by Aldebaran, the star in Taurus whose name means “the one that follows.” It was released in 2021 by the singer AI, known for her vocal style rooted in Black music and R&B.
Naotaro Moriyama wrote and composed the song, which is a grand ballad featuring resonant strings and piano.
Its straightforward wish for the happiness of a loved one is deeply moving.
It’s a message song that embraces hearts feeling anxiety or loneliness about the future.