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

DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE "Darling" Official Music Video

The song captures the youthful challenge of confronting one’s true self.

It reaches out to those who carry loneliness and anxiety, delivering a message of self-affirmation—one of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s most soulful tracks.

In December 2024, it was performed with 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation on NHK General’s special program “18 Festival,” becoming a major talking point.

Along with its recurring melody, it gives you the courage to live without pretending to be someone you’re not.

When you feel like you’re losing your way, or when you’re struggling with relationships around you, this song is sure to be a powerful ally.

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.

The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “The True Form of Tears” MV (Theme song for NHK Night Drama ‘Vanilla na Mainichi’)

It’s a soul-stirring song that gently embraces the loneliness and struggles everyone carries in their hearts.

It delivers a heartwarming message about the importance of accepting the invisible, deep-seated emotions within us just as they are.

Created by SUPER BEAVER in January 2025, the piece was written as the theme song for NHK General’s late-night drama “Vanilla na Mainichi,” further enriching the show’s world.

Airing from the same January, the drama features the track as a key song that closely reflects the protagonist’s feelings, including a scene where a main character sings it.

Whether you’re standing at a crossroads in life, trying to confront yourself, or hoping to understand someone else’s feelings, this is a song that will surely resonate with your heart.

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.

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.

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.

hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake

Omoinotake | Hundreds of Millions of Light-Years [Official Music Video]

Released on January 24, 2024, “Ikuokukounen” is a heartfelt pop number from the three-piece band Omoinotake.

Centered on the importance of bonds that transcend time and distance with a loved one, and on unwavering love, the song gained attention as the opening theme for the TBS Tuesday drama “Eye Love You.” Its message—unchanging feelings for someone far away and the hope of reunion someday—gently warms the listener’s heart.

Even amid the busyness of daily life, it reminds us of the importance of thinking of others.

It’s a song with that kind of power, and one I especially recommend to those in long-distance relationships.