[Longing] A roundup of popular Japanese songs about heroes

A hero to you… I feel like everyone has at least one.It could be family, a friend, a lover, or someone fighting on a screen.In this article, we’ve gathered lots of songs that sing about those cool heroes.The more you look, the more songs you find.I think that shows just how many heroes live in everyone’s hearts.This is a playlist I hope you’ll listen to when you want to feel fired up or when you want to lean on someone!

Playlist

[Longing] A roundup of popular Japanese songs about heroes
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	peace signYonezu Kenshi		A hopeful song of a boy chasing his dreams
2	Because you’re my hero.LiSA		LiSA's 'Because He's My Hero'
3	Best of HeroKuraki Mai		Mai Kuraki's “Best of Hero”
4	Goodbye, HEROKobukuro		Kobukuro’s moving song “Sayonara HERO”
5	THE HERO !!JAM Project		One Punch Man OP, a passionate song by JAM Project
6	The hero is you and meKajihadeki		HIDEKI KAJI’s light and beautiful pop music
7	SuperheroASIA ENGINEER		A heartwarming song about feelings for a hero
8	Our HeroNakajima Takui		A heartwarming classic that supports musicians
9	HeroUrufuruzu		Ulfuls’ fiery hero song of justice
10	Hero HOLDING OUT FOR A HEROAsakura Miki		Miki Asakura’s classic hit “Hero,” packed with energy
11	Superherokurifueddji		A passionate song by CLIFF EDGE packed with cheers and encouragement
12	AkariGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s moving theme song, an empowering track
13	Hero interviewmei-chan		A heartwarming song that cheers on those who strive
14	Midnight HeroElefanto Kashimashi		A classic by Elekashi; the surging guitar is its appeal.
15	Irresponsible HeroKanjani∞		Get energized with Kanjani Eight’s upbeat hero song
16	MECHA-MECHAMECHATU-A		Theme song of a hero show
17	Hero interviewBIGMAMA		An inspiring song by BIGMAMA that sings of youth
18	My heroTHE BOOM		THE BOOM, a masterpiece brimming with the charm of Okinawan music
19	HERO (The time to become a hero is now)Kai Band		Kai Band’s signature song “HERO” is a fiery hero anthem.
20	Dancing HeroOginome Yōko		The 1980s classic song “Dancing Hero”
21	Chinese Hero10-FEET		A fiery hero anthem, a masterpiece by 10-FEET
22	A Hero on the Verge of Dying and a Man Like a Nail in BranAbe Mao		Abe Mao's rock songs are fire.
23	THE REVOPorunogurafiti		The final chapter’s passionate song, a tale of transformation and hope
24	Wanna beTeddyLoid feat. Shigeru Matsuzaki & TOPHAMHAT-KYO		A shocking dance tune from an unexpected collaboration!
25	HeroFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		An anthem for dads—a classic overflowing with family love
26	picaresqueNakajima Kento		Kento Nakajima’s dark hero song
27	Goodbye, HeroJackson vibe		Jackson vibe's captivating songs
28	Yearning for a heroTHE BLUE HEARTS		The spirit of punk, a cry of rebellion and brilliance
29	The hero arrivesyuzu		Yuzu’s captivating folk sound
30	budOmoinotake		A song of courage and hope toward the future
31	HEROESNishikawa Takanori		A powerful rock song by Takanori Nishikawa, an anime theme song
32	Everyone is a heroRAG FAIR		Pop songs by RAG FAIR
33	Gatchaman SongShimon Masato		A classic song from the Showa-era anime, singing of the courage to protect world peace.
34	Burning HeroOkita Hiroyuki		A classic theme song from a soccer anime, singing of fiery dreams
35	SymphonyHirai Dai		Dai Hirai’s movie theme song love ballad
36	Fighting☆HeroOno Erena		The powerful theme song featured on “ERENA”
37	The Hero of That HeartTHE JAYWALK		A band from ’93, hard and melodious
38	HeroesMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		An anthem of hope and courage, with a powerful melody
39	Curtain callYuuri		My Aka theme song, a singing voice of passionate feelings and hope
40	HeroJUN SKY WALKER(S)		The famous song “DAYS” by JUN SKY WALKER(S)
41	Small Herobīguru kurū		Tanimoto’s entrance song, a track by Beagle Crew
42	superstarKEN MIYAKE		A song celebrating Ken Miyake fandom resonates with fans.
43	I’m your hero.After the Rain		The soothing harmonies of After the Rain
44	Chicken HeroGRANRODEO		A hard rock sound from a two-person music duo
45	I am a heroSTEREOPONY		An Okinawan band that sings the ending theme song of a Pokémon show
46	Animation HeroMūnraidāsu		Moonriders, a funky classic
47	Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki		Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship
48	COMICHiromitsu Kitayama		A comic-style dance track packed with a heroic vibe
49	Hero of the eraGLIM SPANKY		A funky theme song with emotive vocals
50	Muddy HEROkimaguren		Support song for a movie by Kimaguren, twin vocals