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

Nameless PoemMr.Children

Mr.Children “Nameless Poem” Mr.Children “HOME” TOUR 2007 ~in the field~

This is “Namonaki Uta,” Mr.Children’s 10th single, released in 1996.

It’s arguably one of their signature songs.

While it can be heard as a love song, it’s a track that invites many interpretations depending on the listener.

It has resonated with so many people that it still hasn’t lost its luster.

The swell of emotion right before the final chorus is especially moving.

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Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Eine Kleine

A song by Kenshi Yonezu released in 2014.

The delicately and carefully crafted lyrics turn everything—such as the joy of having met someone so precious that it feels like a miracle just to hear them say your name, and the frustration of not being able to express your feelings well—into a positive force.

Known for his captivating lyrics, his songs sing about the universal human world that everyone has felt at least once.

Time ParadoxVaundy

Time Paradox (Theme Song of the Movie Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony) / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Vaundy is a multi-artist whose talents extend beyond music to include jacket design and video production.

Released in 2024, Time Paradox serves as the moving theme song for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony, capturing listeners’ hearts and refusing to let go.

With its warm message to a cherished person woven into the lyrics, the song leaves you feeling genuinely happy.

It’s especially recommended for quiet, long nights when you want to reflect inward.

Vaundy’s gentle voice is sure to tenderly fill the empty spaces in your heart.

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Tomorrow Too”

A SHISHAMO track that struck a chord with people doing their best every day, also featured in a popular NTT Docomo commercial.

It’s included on the album “SHISHAMO 4.” It captures that feeling of working hard day after day, going to school, yet nothing going right and being overwhelmed by a vague sense of unease.

Still, by holding close the hero you envision for yourself and hoping to become that someday, it expresses the resolve to keep trying again tomorrow.

Whether you’re an adult or a child, the bright, poppy melody lifts you up against the everyday anxieties and the days when things just don’t go well.

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familieMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「familie」Official Music Video

A song from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE filled with feelings for family and loved ones.

Its pop, refreshing melody and powerful beat are comforting and resonate with listeners.

The title phrase conveys a sense of irreplaceable bonds.

Released as a digital single in August 2024, it was also featured in the commercial for Honda’s new FREED.

The lyrics express the importance of life’s journey, inner struggles, and connections with the people you love.

It’s a track that will surely strike a chord when you want to cherish time with family and friends, or when you’re standing at a crossroads in life.

Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Que Sera Sera” Official Music Video

A heartwarming song with an emotionally rich story and a universal message has arrived from Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Titled with a Spanish phrase meaning “what will be, will be,” the piece offers gentle support and strong encouragement to those who strive every day.

Singing about the importance of self-esteem and self-acceptance, it’s a song anyone can relate to.

Released in April 2023 and written as the theme song for the TV drama “Sunday Night Probably…,” it won the 65th Japan Record Award in December of the same year.

This was a first-time achievement for Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, who had not previously had a major drama tie-in.

It’s a song that gives you a gentle nudge forward when you’re struggling with work or life and feel like you might stop in your tracks.

Recommended for those who want to keep moving forward while valuing their true selves and for anyone seeking the courage to take a new step.

50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – 50% [Official Video]

As a pep song dedicated to people who tend to push themselves too hard in modern society, Official HIGE DANDism’s gentle message strikes a chord.

It speaks to us with a grand, gospel-tinged sound, encouraging us to face forward at our own pace without overexerting ourselves.

Written as the theme song for the film Cells at Work! released in December 2024, the piece gives voice to those living in an era where endless competition is the norm.

It also harmonizes beautifully with the film’s worldview and its message of “taking care of your own body.” It’s best enjoyed while relaxing in front of a smart speaker.

When you want to soothe a tired mind and body, when you feel like treating yourself kindly, this song will surely be by your side.