Hidden gems of feel-good songs. Recommended popular tracks.

FlowerKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Flower” Music Video

It’s a hidden gem by KinKi Kids, where a gentle Latin- and bossa nova–styled track meets a refreshing, beautiful melody line and perfectly fitting, uplifting lyrics.

It’s captivating for its laid-back listenability while still giving you an energizing boost.

to youMONGOL800

To You by MONGOL800

The music of MONGOL800, a band based in Okinawa, is known for its warmth that gently resonates with listeners’ hearts.

Their lyrics, woven with simple words, express deep love and bonds, earning empathy from many.

This song, included on the album “MESSAGE” released in September 2001, became a major hit after being featured in a Lion “Top” commercial.

It has been covered by various artists and gained support across a wide audience.

Characterized by a powerful band sound and lyrics that strike a chord, the song’s words—singing of unchanging feelings amid an ever-changing everyday—are perfect for moments when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special.

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.

Purple TownYagami Junko

Purple Town ・You Oughta Know By Now

This is a hidden gem by Junko Yagami that has energized Japan’s mornings.

Although it tends to be overshadowed by the massive hit “Mizuiro no Ame,” it boasts exceptional melodic sensibility, and its high-tempo rhythm and crisp cutting guitar give a refreshing lift to your mood.

Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie

Baby Don’t Cry – Namie Amuro (Full)

This is a hidden uplifting song by Namie Amuro, who recently announced her retirement and has sparked a renewed boom.

Because the original craze was quite some time ago, it was a track known mostly to hardcore fans, but with the renewed attention it has started to catch fire and gain popularity as a hidden gem.

That’s all.Fukuyama Masaharu

Soregasubetesa

This is a hidden feel-good song by Masaharu Fukuyama, who enjoys immense popularity among women and is also active as an actor.

While the track has a cool vibe, its lyrical worldview is rugged and manly, making it known as an underrated gem whose message resonates even with younger listeners.

Last chanceSomething ELse

Last Chance / Something Else

This is a hidden gem by Something ELse, a band that built a following with their catchy, acoustic sound.

The melody conveys how their hard days—when they struggled to get their moment in the sun—ended up laying a solid musical foundation, and the song itself feels like it shares its energy with you.