Deeply Relatable: Kana Nishino’s Lyrics in These Beloved Songs
Kana Nishino, a female singer who enjoys overwhelming support from young women.
Her biggest appeal is, without a doubt, the lyrics told from a woman’s perspective!
Those straightforward words gently sink into many women’s hearts and have earned deep empathy.
It’s said that in her hugely popular lyrics, she has her own unique way of writing.
She apparently writes lyrics the way you would craft a movie’s storyline!
In this article, we’ll carefully select and introduce songs of hers whose lyrics are especially relatable and captivating.
You’re sure to find a masterpiece that stays close to your heart.
[So Relatable] Kana Nishino's Most Relatable Songs (1–10)
Dear…Nishino Kana
This song, “Dear…,” is themed around a long-distance relationship.
We all want to be with the person we love forever, but that’s not always possible when you’re far apart.
It tells the story of wanting to meet but not being able to so easily, with the longing growing stronger over time.
If you’re in the same situation, you’ll find it deeply relatable.
Because it makes me want to see youNishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s sixth single, “Kimi ni Aitakunaru Kara,” released in 2009.
Many of her love songs feel like a concentrated distillation of a girl’s feelings in love.
This track, too, is packed with the bittersweet, frustrating emotions that come with being in love.
Things I like about youNishino Kana
“Anata no Suki na Tokoro” is a song that calmly lists, one by one, the things the singer likes about someone.
Since it was also used in a commercial, many people probably recognize it the moment they hear the chorus and think, “That song!” Although it’s about “things I like,” some parts might make you go “huh?”—which only adds to its charm as a cute love song.
Dear BrideNEW!Nishino Kana
Opening with gentle piano and beautiful strings, this song is a wedding tune whose lyrics carry a congratulatory message for a close friend stepping into a new life.
Its warm words, written in relatable everyday language, have surely moved many listeners.
Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV,” it was released in October 2016 as the 33rd single, and Kana Nishino won the 49th Japan Cable Radio Awards for it.
With a softly conversational melody that feels soothing, it’s a number that brightens a friend’s special day.
It’s perfect for singing as a performance or using as background music for a message video from friends—there’s no doubt it will convey your heartfelt congratulations.
ifNishino Kana
“if,” which was used as the theme song for the hit anime NARUTO’s feature film, is her 11th single, released in 2010.
It’s a song that listeners can interpret as about either romance or friendship—who they think of will differ from person to person.
It’s an encouraging track that envisions a future with that special someone.
tear-coloredNishino Kana
This song, Namidairo, conveys a very real feeling of love.
As the title includes “tears,” it’s a moving, sad love song.
It’s a track filled with feelings for an ex or someone you used to love—you’re not together now, but the strong affection still comes through.
Do you have someone in your memories you don’t want to forget?
DarlingNishino Kana
“Darling,” Kana Nishino’s 24th single released in 2014, is a full-on love song that sings about the casual, everyday moments with her boyfriend.
It playfully teases him a little, yet in the end it’s all about how she just can’t help but love him.
I bet many people can relate! (lol)