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