Deeply Relatable: Kana Nishino’s Lyrics in These Beloved Songs

Reason(s) to hold handsNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “The Reason to Hold Hands” MV (Short Ver.)

The piano melody is soothing, and Te o Tsunagu Riyū slips effortlessly into your ears.

Despite its gentle tune and vocals, it starts right from the chorus and instantly grabs your heart.

As you listen, it feels like the warmth of holding someone’s hand softly returns—a tender, comforting song.

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I fall in love with you againNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Falling in Love with You Again” MV Full

This song captures the bittersweet feeling of falling in love all over again.

With Kana Nishino’s clear, translucent vocals, it vividly portrays the complex emotions of romance.

It was released digitally in August 2024 and was included on the EP “Love Again” in September.

Framed as an encouraging song about unrequited love, it depicts the sorrow of realizing the person you like has feelings for someone else, yet being unable to give up.

This track is recommended for those who want to feel both the joy and heartache of love at the same time.

Let yourself be carried by Kana Nishino’s voice—you might even find yourself reflecting on your own love life.

AlrightNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Alright” Live Performance – Kana Nishino “Alright”

A warm, encouraging song whose soft yet powerful vocals stay close to your heart.

Released by Kana Nishino in June 2011, it’s included on the album “Thank you, Love.” The lyrics, imbued with Nishino’s wish to cheer on those who are doing their best, deliver a message of support to “you,” who keep running straight ahead.

It’s a song that gently gives you a push on the back, urging you to keep facing forward and moving on, even in hard or sad times without giving up.

It’s a track we especially hope those striving toward their dreams and goals will listen to.

Feeling in loveNishino Kana

Kana Nishino 'Feelings of Love' MV Full

A love song by Kana Nishino that portrays the struggles of two people who are more than friends but not quite lovers.

The secret feelings harbored for a longtime best friend are expressed with heartrending delicacy.

Even when the mind has given up, the heart can’t help but hold onto a faint hope—an emotion anyone who’s experienced unrequited love can relate to.

Featured on the album “with LOVE,” this track was released in November 2014 and captured the hearts of many listeners.

It’s a must-listen for anyone wavering between friendship and romance.

Magical Starshine Make-up☆Nishino Kana

Magical Starshine Make-up☆

On those mornings when you just can’t get into the groove and find yourself sighing at your reflection, we’ve all been there, right? This is the one song by Kana Nishino that sprinkles a bit of sparkling magic on your heart.

Through the everyday ritual of makeup, it tells the story of transforming back into the version of yourself you always wanted to be.

The lively pop sound and Kana Nishino’s cute vocals feel like a gentle push that says, “You’re not alone.” Released as a single in July 2025, it also made waves with a simultaneous performance on THE FIRST TAKE.

Put it on first thing in the morning, and you’re sure to start a wonderful day!

EsperanzaNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Esperanza” MV Full

A song by Kana Nishino that expresses the bittersweet feelings of a woman’s unrequited love through passionate Latin sounds.

Even though she knows the person she likes already has a partner, the woman’s complex emotions still resonate deeply.

The sound of Spanish guitar and the powerful vocals beautifully fuse heartache with a forward-looking spirit.

Released in May 2011, it was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Sukkiri!!” and was included on the album “Thank you, Love.” It won the Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.

This is a song that stands by women troubled by unrequited love and gives them the courage to keep looking ahead without giving up.