Hidden gems of healing songs. Recommended popular tracks
Even when we say “healing music,” what soothes you can vary case by case depending on your state of mind—sometimes it’s a love song, sometimes a song you relate to.
So we’ve gathered a generous selection of comforting songs you’ll want to listen to when you’re tired or need to calm your heart.
Of course, when you’re exhausted in both body and mind—but also when you’ve lost your motivation and don’t know what to do—please let the power of music help you relax and heal.
May even a little bit of energy and willpower return to your heart, and may these healing songs help lift those unpleasant feelings, even just a little.
Hidden gems of healing songs: recommended popular tracks (1–10)
Good night, God.NEW!Kamiyama Yagi
A song with an addictive, mysterious atmosphere that portrays a sadness like having lost everything and a clumsy self-awareness.
As it gradually takes on a rock flavor partway through, Kamiyama Yoh’s gentle, conversational singing soothes you.
Notably, this ballad was released back in October 2019 and closes the album “Yumemiru Kodomo,” which carries a complementary concept.
Close your eyes while listening, and you might find time to face your inner self.
Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi
Aoi Teshima has a healing effect with her voice alone.
This song, “Letter to Tomorrow,” is strongly remembered as the theme song for the drama “Love That Makes You Cry.” Just like its title, the lyrics read like a letter—words written to someone that convey present feelings and evoke a profound sense of longing.
With tender, bittersweet lyrics that resonate not only with romance but with hearts wounded by many things, it’s a soothing number that can move you to tears.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
This song, Hikaru Utada’s “Hanataba o Kimi ni,” which is widely loved as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan starring Mitsuki Takahata, features a gentle piano melody that quietly seeps into the heart, and Utada’s spoken, intimate singing.
The lyrics convey her feelings toward her late mother.
Yet it isn’t a song that deepens loneliness; it overflows simply with tenderness—a track that warms the heart and is sure to soothe your tired soul.
KindnessFuji Kaze
He gives off a fluffy, free-spirited, character-like vibe, yet every song by Kaze Fujii is deeply moving.
This track, “Kindness,” was released as a digital single in 2020.
His music has a unique worldview, and it’s no exaggeration to say all of his songs are healing—but this one in particular feels like it has the power to fill the missing pieces in your heart.
And I’m sure many people love Fujii’s voice and find it soothing.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to closely with earphones, sink into, and let yourself be fully immersed.
RainHata Motohiro
Many of Motohiro Hata’s songs are soothing, aren’t they? This song, “Rain,” is also known as the ending theme for Makoto Shinkai’s animated film The Garden of Words.
I’m sure many people felt their hearts cleansed or their bittersweet feelings intensify when they heard it during the ending.
The song was originally released in 1988 by Senri Oe, and Noriyuki Makihara has also covered it.
Be sure to listen to the versions by Senri Oe and Noriyuki Makihara as well.