[Must read] Songs with great lyrics. Moving songs you’ll want to listen to while reading the lyrics

You can do it!Nakajima Miyuki

"Fight" / Miyuki Nakajima cover.

Miyuki Nakajima’s “Between the Sky and You/Fight!” was released in 1994.

Among the two A-side tracks, “Between the Sky and You” may be the more famous, but in fact “Fight!” is a hidden masterpiece.

At first listen it might seem like a gentle, whispering song, but the more you hear it, the more you can feel her raw inner turmoil.

This is the ultimate cheer-up song, one I especially recommend when you’re truly struggling.

Close your eyes softly and savor it together with its wonderful lyrics.

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Distant thunderDo As Infinity

Do As Infinity / Distant Thunder

The song Distant Thunder, themed around natural phenomena that color the seasons, paints unforgettable summer scenes with melodies and lyrics that press on the heart each time you listen.

Like thunder rumbling in the distance, this piece evokes a dialogue with days gone by, carrying a quiet sense of wonder on waves of sound that are gentle yet powerful.

The lyrics, which trace the bonds of family, touch the heartstrings and make you want to listen in unguarded moments, like a bridge linking past and present.

The harmony between the guitar’s soft timbre and the vocals moves listeners’ emotions across time.

The Last NightCHEMISTRY

CHEMISTRY – The Last Night

“The Last Night” by CHEMISTRY is a song that captures the feeling of wishing you didn’t have to part when saying goodbye to a lover.

Included on their 2003 concept album “Between the Lines,” the track was originally released in 1999 by singer-songwriter Yoko Kuzuya.

It was also released just before CHEMISTRY’s debut as a pre-debut single under the name ASAYAN Chou-Danshi Kawabata & Douchin.

The lyrics depict two people who choose to part for each other’s sake—yet, despite their desire to stay together, they ultimately let go, again for each other’s sake.

It’s a song that tightens the chest with the frustrating, tender emotions that surface at the moment of farewell.

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Welcome back.ayaka

Ayaka – Welcome Home

“Okaeri” is a song in which Ayaka’s clear, soaring voice and heartfelt lyrics captivate many listeners.

It carries a warmth that makes you forget the busyness of everyday life and a tenderness that brings tears to your eyes.

The lyrics do more than simply depict ordinary scenes; they profoundly remind us of the weight of having a place to return to, prompting us to reflect on what “home” means to each of us.

When you hear this song, many will find themselves picturing the faces of family, friends, and loved ones.

Let your shoulders relax, surrender to the gentle melody, and take your time listening closely to the words.

Harmony at Summer’s EndInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai

Yosui Inoue & Anzenchitai - Harmony at the End of Summer

“Harmony at Summer’s End” is a song whose charm lies in a melody that weaves together tenderness and poignancy.

The harmonies crafted by Yosui Inoue and Koji Tamaki of Anzenchitai resonate deeply with listeners.

The lyrics, which evoke the lingering afterglow of summer, inspire empathy when one feels the loneliness that comes with the season’s end and invite a reflective mood.

It’s perfect for moments when you want to spend quiet time accompanied by a song.

It’s also an ideal choice to color the scene when looking back on memories with someone dear.

White kiteMy Little Lover

My Little Lover “White Kite”

Released in 1995, My Little Lover’s second single “Shiroi Kaito” is a timeless classic, etched deeply into listeners’ hearts with akko’s clear, translucent vocals and Takeshi Kobayashi’s moving melody.

The song likens old memories and bittersweet love to a kite, and gained wide attention through features such as its use in Suntory’s chu-hai “Horoyoi Shiroi Sour” commercial.

Loved by many across time, it conveys the importance of overcoming lost love and past regrets to live forward, gently giving strength when your heart feels like it might break.

Listening to this track alone on a long winter night—or with someone dear—warms the heart and lets you glimpse hope for tomorrow.

Be yourselfSaucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Be yourself” - Lyric Video from ARENA TOUR DOCUMENT - (from 6th Mini Album “Sunny Bottle”)

This is a gem of a message song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself.

Included on Saucy Dog’s July 2022 album “Sunny Bottle,” the track centers on self-affirmation and a forward-looking way of life, wrapping the universal struggles and anxieties we all face in a warm, comforting sound.

Through the portrayal of a protagonist grappling with the gap between ideals and reality, it conveys the beauty of not demanding perfection.

Chosen as the ending theme for San-in Broadcasting’s “Teleport San-in,” this song is perfect for those unsure how to face themselves or seeking music that gently stays by their side.

Its gentle key of G major and relaxed tempo are sure to soothe the heart.