A happy song that makes you feel happy just by listening
Happy songs that make you feel joyful just by listening—if you love music, you probably have a favorite happy song, don’t you?
Here, we introduce lots of happy songs.
From gentle, heartwarming tunes to tracks that instantly lift your spirits.
Whether you want to bask in the happiness of nostalgic classics or the latest trending happy songs, use this list when you want to feel good or brighten your mood a little.
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Happy songs that make you feel happy just by listening (21–30)
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
It’s a song that has become a staple for graduations.
Not only should you listen to it—be sure to read the lyrics and speak them out loud yourself.
The feelings contained in the simple phrase “We could even fly” are sure to move your heart.
Whether it’s about yourself or someone else will differ from person to person, but it’s a song that fills your chest with something and makes you feel happy.
dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song is also well known as the theme for the morning information program “Mezamashi 8.” Delivered by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, it reminds us that we ourselves are the protagonists on the stage called life.
Even when things are tough, it gives you a push, telling you that in the end everything will be okay—like a protective charm in song form.
The track is included on the mini-album “Unity,” released in July 2022, and it won an Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.
It’s the perfect song to start an important day or to listen to when you need a boost of energy.
Happy songs that make you feel happy just by listening (31–40)
Thank youikimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari has many songs that make you feel positively happy, and among them, this one especially fills you with happiness.
The lyrics express a desire to cherish the person you love, so simply having someone you love is enough to make you feel happy.
A future we create togetherKetsumeishi
Among all of Ketsumeishi’s songs, this is my favorite.
It’s a song that lets me picture someone important to me, and I think that’s why it fills me with happiness too.
The melody is very light and easy to listen to.
I also like the positive feeling of “the future.”
Something like “happy”Sabasusutā
This track by Sabasister sings about the importance of finding happiness tucked away in everyday life.
With its positive message and bright melody, it’s perfect for ringing in the New Year.
Set for digital release on January 1, 2025, it’s tied in with au’s New Year commercial.
Recommended for people leading busy lives or those who tend to overlook small joys, this song is sure to lift your spirits at the start of a new year.
Things I like about youHirai Ken
When I listen to this song, I feel my happiest.
It’s the perfect song for someone you love.
The lyrics describe what the singer loves about the other person, and the way they mention even the little details shows just how well they know them.
Realizing that makes me feel happy.
Slow & EasyHirai Dai
With its soothing acoustic sound and warm vocals, this song whisks listeners away to a tropical beach.
It’s a track from Dai Hirai’s May 2015 album “Slow & Easy,” carrying a message of breaking free from the busyness of everyday life and taking it slow to enjoy living.
It was also used as the theme song for Sumitomo Forestry’s “Sakimachi Arai-Minami Sustaina Town” commercial and chosen as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “BREAK OUT.” Blending elements of Hawaiian music and reggae, its refreshing melody is perfect not only for road trips while traveling but also for relaxing moments in daily life.