A collection of uplifting, slow-tempo masterpieces that soothe the soul
There are times when you just want to listen to slow-tempo songs and feel healed, right?
But some of you might think, “Some ballads have a dark vibe, and that’s not the mood I’m looking for right now.”
So in this article, I’ll be introducing only slow-tempo songs with a bright, uplifting feel!
I’ve gathered tracks that soothe the heart—songs with cheerful arrangements, as well as those with inspiring, positive lyrics.
Relax and take your time immersing yourself in the world of these songs.
Playlist
| A collection of uplifting, slow-tempo masterpieces that soothe the soul | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | I won’t push myself, but that should be fine.yoshida takurou |  play_arrow | Takuro Yoshida’s gentle songs that stay close to the heart |
| 2 | Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea |  play_arrow | A healing collaboration song that clears the fog of the heart |
| 3 | freedomtofubeats |  play_arrow | Gentle songs by tofubeats that lighten the heart |
| 4 | Pop VirusHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | When it comes to Gen Hoshino, I picture poppy, fun songs… |
| 5 | waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s movie theme song, a profound piece about love and time |
| 6 | A Naked Heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyong's romantic ballad resonates with the heart |
| 7 | Please forget it.Yorushika |  play_arrow | I’m drawn to the profound world of songs by suis and n-buna. |
| 8 | Amber-Hued City, Morning of Shanghai Crabskururi |  play_arrow | A comfortably soothing, R&B-style song by Quruli |
| 9 | SparkleRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of Your Name by RADWIMPS |
| 10 | Recipe for HappinessHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Anime “The Apothecary Diaries” Season 2 Ending Theme |
| 11 | It’s okayRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The appeal of moving, heart-touching music |
| 12 | For ten minutes, for a hundred yen feat. Moka Sato, KujiraMAISONdes |  play_arrow | Music that depicts everyday rest and healing of the heart |
| 13 | The lotus blooms.never young beach |  play_arrow | Gentle, heart-healing music: songs by never young beach |
| 14 | strangeEasycome |  play_arrow | A song that sings of youthful memories and the anticipation of a new step |
| 15 | hummingIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Lila Ikuta’s clear, translucent singing voice moves me to the core... |
| 16 | 3636aimyon |  play_arrow | The charm of gentle music you listen to quietly |
| 17 | Can I call it magic?Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | Ken Hirai's ballads have a gentle singing voice that resonates with the heart. |
| 18 | U.F.OHaruno |  play_arrow | Ms. Haruno’s soothing ballad |
| 19 | marble latteRin Oto |  play_arrow | Heartwarming music that accompanies college students in winter |
| 20 | Life is wonderfulRickie-G |  play_arrow | A reggae song that celebrates the wonders of life |
| 21 | stooped back; slouch; poor posture (rounded back)nishina |  play_arrow | A warm, gentle melody that nestles close to the heart… |
| 22 | made my day feat. Takuya Kuroda / Marcus DTakeuchi Anna |  play_arrow | A calm and pleasant tune before dawn |
| 23 | Jam feat. iriSuzuki Mamiko |  play_arrow | A comfortable time with close friends |
| 24 | The light is far away.sukaato |  play_arrow | A pleasantly campy song by Skirt |
| 25 | Morning timeRen Meguro |  play_arrow | Snow Man’s warm, mid-tempo ballad |
| 26 | I miss you…BEGIN |  play_arrow | BEGIN’s love ballad resonates with the heart. |
| 27 | No, it’s fine.Mirei Touyama |  play_arrow | A heartfelt R&B song that sings of bittersweet feelings and touches the soul |
| 28 | love at first sightFunatsu Mahiro |  play_arrow | Love song, Masato Funatsu’s TikTok hit song |
| 29 | Rhythm 64aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s new song that portrays life’s happiness and emotions |
| 30 | wrinkle alignmentVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy's moving music and vocals |
| 31 | The world turns here.Kimishima Oozora |  play_arrow | Ozora Kimishima, gaining attention for his musical activities, with a beautiful music video and singing voice. |
| 32 | Cheer up!Takeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Originally another a... that became one of Mariya Takeuchi’s signature songs |
| 33 | SpicaKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | Mone Kamishiraishi’s moving song depicting the night sky |
| 34 | AnswerIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Ikuta Lira's gentle songs that resonate with the heart |
| 35 | Future Projectionsloppy dim |  play_arrow | Feel hope and gain energy from a vision of the future |
| 36 | pupilaiko |  play_arrow | A warm song celebrating the birth of a baby |
| 37 | mysteryHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s soothing soul-style track captures the essence of love. |
| 38 | breathRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s 10th anniversary commemorative song “Breath” |
| 39 | LOOPSIRUP |  play_arrow | Music of memories, a sentimental melody to the past |
| 40 | AhSuperfly |  play_arrow | Superfly’s soul-soothing masterpiece “Ah” |
| 41 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada, a masterpiece singing feelings for her mother |
| 42 | pure whiteFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze's new commercial song with a bossa nova rhythm |
| 43 | Let’s talk.Fujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Co-composed with Sakura Fujiwara's gentle song |
| 44 | daybreakFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Sakura Fujiwara’s gentle, heart-touching songs |
| 45 | Family photoYoshida Yamada |  play_arrow | A warm-bond soundtrack woven from family photos |
| 46 | A Gentle BallAimer |  play_arrow | A fantastical song by Aimer sung at a nighttime ball |
| 47 | a hair’s breadthUru |  play_arrow | Introducing Uru’s new song “Kami Hitoe” |
| 48 | Don’t Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERS |  play_arrow | The gentle music night after night is comforting. |
| 49 | Thread of feelingstonun |  play_arrow | Tonun's new ballad song |
| 50 | Sounds good.Ide Ayaka |  play_arrow | A song that expresses Ayaka Ide’s feelings of love |
| 51 | threadBank Band |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Ito” — soothed by its gentle tones. |
| 52 | YC&K |  play_arrow | A moving piece woven by piano and vocals |
| 53 | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | A heart-healing friendship song, a classic by Kiroro |
| 54 | Song of HopeMISIA |  play_arrow | A healing masterpiece that comforts the heart, sung by MISIA |
| 55 | clichéMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Children’s heart-touching ballad “Joutouku” (Common Phrase) |
| 56 | Love and romanceNovelbright |  play_arrow | A love song filled with affection for someone special |
| 57 | beyond; the distance; the other side; yonderOmoinotake |  play_arrow | Believe in yourself, and have the courage to move toward the future. |
| 58 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad, an anthem cheering on those who strive |
| 59 | Like the shining moonSuperfly |  play_arrow | An inspiring Superfly classic that expresses gratitude for a fateful encounter |
| 60 | Just a little moreYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's light, upbeat morning theme song |
| 61 | Christmas songback number |  play_arrow | A classic song that boosts the Christmas spirit |
| 62 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | Cheering on the Inter-High that was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic |
| 63 | But you know, sometimesimase |  play_arrow | Relaxing, soothing music — a masterpiece by imase |
| 64 | I want to forget.wacci |  play_arrow | A gem of a song by wacci that portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 65 | Sleepless Nightyama |  play_arrow | A yama song that resonates with the heart, evoking the depth of life |
| 66 | creamyama |  play_arrow | yama's original song, mature-sounding music |
| 67 | heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon delivers a heartfelt theme song about pure love. |
| 68 | Until I know loveaimyon |  play_arrow | Let's boost our mood with Aimyon's songs |
| 69 | To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon |  play_arrow | An emotionally resonant movie insert song, popular among young people |
| 70 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Ballads by Sukima Switch are popular at karaoke. |
| 71 | Before you become a memorysupittsu |  play_arrow | The classic song by Spitz, “Before You Become a Memory.” |
| 72 | LoopKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | Mone Kamishiraishi’s song brimming with kindness |
| 73 | AnswerKawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | A masterpiece whose poignant song by Takaya Kawasaki resonates with the heart |
| 74 | #302Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | My heart is soothed by Ken Hirai’s gentle singing voice. |
| 75 | SparkleIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Ikuta Lira’s heartrending song soothes the heart. |
| 76 | While shining…Tokunaga Hideaki |  play_arrow | Hidetaka Tokunaga’s moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart |
| 77 | I won’t let myself cry.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi’s new song soothes the heart |
| 78 | ThenHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song about Gen Hoshino’s warm family love |
| 79 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Motohiro Hata’s “Himawari no Yakusoku” is a song that resonates with the heart. |
| 80 | Pale BlueYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s pure-love ballad, singing of deep love |
| 81 | Under the same skyayaka |  play_arrow | Ayaka’s powerful singing voice heals the heart. |
| 82 | rainbowSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s “Niji,” a love song that resonates with the heart |
| 83 | Let’s go home.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece by Fujii Kaze that resonates with the heart |
| 84 | Not UnusualAbe Mao |  play_arrow | Abe Mao’s new song portrays family love |
| 85 | You & Imilet |  play_arrow | Singer milet’s “You & I… |
| 86 | love letterEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | The second of Every Little Thing… |
| 87 | DaysHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | Released as Ayumi Hamasaki’s 44th single, 20… |
| 88 | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A new single—the first in three and a half years—serving as a movie theme song |
| 89 | Slow & EasyHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A warm song that invites you to a tropical beach |
| 90 | Slow Dance feat. BIMSIRUP |  play_arrow | A collaborative R&B track by SIRUP and BIM |
| 91 | UnderstandYUI |  play_arrow | A song that soothes the heart with beautiful scenery |
| 92 | 5/7chilldspot |  play_arrow | Portraying life’s changes through birthdays |
| 93 | ContrastTOMOO |  play_arrow | The subtleties of the heart and emotions depicted in TOMOO’s songs |
| 94 | Hey, you know,berry meet |  play_arrow | A ballad by Berry Meet that depicts the subtleties of romance. |
| 95 | to act all high-and-mighty; to put on airs; to be conceitedyonawo |  play_arrow | Masterpiece songs that heal the heart with chill music |
| 96 | Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi |  play_arrow | The classic song “Nada Sōsō” resonates with the heart. |
| 97 | planetariumOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s poignant ballad “Planetarium” |
| 98 | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Aoi Teshima’s “Letter to Tomorrow,” a theme song that resonates with the heart |
| 99 | realmiwa |  play_arrow | A gentle guitar and a clear singing voice that seep into the heart |
| 100 | Kilim of Wind and SkyMy Little Lover |  play_arrow | Takeshi Kobayashi’s soothing ballad, a masterpiece that heals the heart |