[Songs with Great Lyrics] Masterpieces you’ll want to listen to while savoring the words that resonate with your heart

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HIDEAKI TOKUNAGA – Rainy Blue

Rainy Blue is a song released by Hideaki Tokunaga in 1986 that portrays someone who can’t stop chasing the memory of an unforgettable lover.

Even though they know there’s no going back, the lingering attachment that continues to dominate their heart becomes even more poignant through Tokunaga’s husky vocals.

Yet the song also depicts how those regrets and the happy days alike are washed away by the rain, gradually purifying them.

If you, like in this song, find yourself endlessly searching for a lover you can’t forget, perhaps this track can be the catalyst to bring closure to your feelings.

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Ikimono-gakari “Someone” (Theme song for ‘A Song of Hope Woven by Newspapers’) | Original Movie

This is a song by Ikimono-gakari released in October 2023 as the theme song for a newspaper advertising campaign.

It’s a pop track that conveys warmth and strength, carrying a message of hope and empathy.

The lyrics, which portray people striving to overcome loneliness and sorrow, resonate deeply.

An original short film depicting everyday scenes was also produced, featuring comedian Hiroshi Tamura of Kirin and actress Kokona Sumi.

The song is included on the album “Maru (〇),” released in December 2023.

It envelops you with a gentle kindness that stays close to your pain and quietly gives you a push forward.

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Us, Again – SG (Official Lyric Video)

Sogyoung, a singer who’s gained popularity mainly on social media like YouTube and TikTok.

Known for his strong vocals and creative concepts, his go-to graduation song is “Bokura Mata” (“We, Again”).

On TikTok, it’s been used in countless videos themed around school life.

His gentle, conversational singing over a light, R&B-style beat leaves a lasting impression.

The lyrics, which bring to mind days spent with a beloved partner or friends at school, offer encouragement for tomorrow.

Even when you part ways with someone important, this song reminds you that the relationship doesn’t have to end.

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Glittering – Kazumasa Oda

Kazumasa Oda’s “Kira Kira” is a song that makes my heart leap every time I hear it.

Its melodic lines are soothing, helping you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The lyrics overflow with gentle, encouraging words—like advice from a senior in life—inviting deep empathy from listeners.

That’s likely why it’s loved by so many people.

Taking the time to listen closely to the lyrics brings out the song’s charm even more.

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Sakurazaka46 'What Age Do You Want to Go Back To?'

Sakurazaka46’s 8th single “How Old Do You Want to Go Back To?” was released on February 21, 2024, and its message has resonated with many listeners.

The song is directed at young people struggling with the “now,” offering strength to look forward even as they reflect on the past.

It carries a message of courage and hope for those of us worn down by reality and prone at times to escape into the past.

The music video, with Ten Yamasaki as center, also became a hot topic.

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Ayaka – Crescent Moon

Ayaka’s “Mikazuki” is her fourth single, released in 2006.

Her deep, gently enveloping voice slips right into our hearts, doesn’t it? The song was used in an au commercial, earned her the Best New Artist award at the Japan Record Awards, and led to an appearance on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

It reflects Ayaka’s feelings after moving to Tokyo and being separated from friends and loved ones, and her characteristic kindness shines through in the idea that even when apart, we’re connected by looking at the same moon.

It’s a great song to listen to when you’re feeling lonely.

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Mr.Children “Kimi ga Suki” Music Video (Short ver.)

It was released in 2001.

The music video featured actor Yosuke Kubozuka and became a hot topic.

Above all, its purity stands out, and listening to it brings back the feeling of simply falling in love with someone.

The music video’s imagery is quite different from the song’s content, which can be surprising.

If you sing it at karaoke, you can really feel how innocent the lyrics are.

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