[Songs to Listen to When You Want to Die] I want to disappear... A song to support you who feel that way
Bumping into walls, getting hurt in relationships, suddenly losing someone close…
When we’re alive, there are countless moments when it feels like our hearts might break.
You may often feel like you just want to disappear.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs we want you to listen to when things are so painful that you find yourself thinking about death.
If you can find a song that stays close to your suffering, you might be able to live just a little more positively than you do now.
The world is not made up only of pain and hardship.
There are many times when our efforts don’t pay off, but let’s face forward and keep going with the help of music.
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[Songs to Listen to When You Want to Die] I Want to Disappear... Songs to Support You (71–80)
He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon
This is the first major-label single by Aimyon, a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity especially among younger generations for her nostalgic melodies and wide expressive range.
The song was used as the opening theme for the TV drama “Is Kichijoji the Only Place You Want to Live?” and is known for its strong message delivered through spoken-word poetry.
The lyrics, which depict the raw reality of a life that undeniably existed, may make a powerful impact on those who feel so distressed that they wish they could disappear.
It’s a song we hope people will listen to when they’ve lost someone important, when they themselves feel like dying, or when they’ve come to hate everything—so it can help them find a way to recover.
Biri MillionYuuri
Singer-songwriter Yuuri, who became known to listeners across generations thanks to the massive hit Dry Flower.
His 14th major release, the digital-only single Billimillion, features acoustic guitar tones gliding over a relaxed shuffle beat that feel wonderfully soothing.
The lyrics remind us that even seemingly meaningless everyday life is actually an irreplaceable time that cannot be substituted by anything, offering strength for tomorrow and supporting the heart.
It’s a song whose gentle voice gives you a push forward and teaches the preciousness of living.
StoryAI
A song that has captivated many people since its release in 2005.
It carries a positive message: “When you’re having a hard time or feel hurt and can’t move forward, I’ll always be by your side to support you—let’s overcome it together, and go on living as we create a story that’s ours alone.” When you’re anxious or going through something tough, you often struggle between wanting to be alone and wanting to pour your feelings out to someone, right? This is a song that stays close to that heart and gives you strength.
[Songs to listen to when you want to die] I want to disappear... Songs that support you (81–90)
HappinessAI
When it comes to quintessential happy songs, AI’s “Happiness” tops the list.
It was also featured as a Coca-Cola campaign song, and this uplifting track quickly became a fixture in the public consciousness.
With gentle encouragement like “A smile brings happiness,” it naturally makes you smile.
Let this song—far removed from suffering—wipe away your pain.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
One of Dreams Come True’s signature songs, it was the theme for the third season of the medical drama Code Blue: 24-Hour Emergency Ward.
It was also performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The message—that even if you fail, you can get back up again and again—is truly encouraging.
It’s a perfect song when you want to get motivated, refuse to give up here, and face tough challenges head-on.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN
GReeeeN is an unusual group in which all members are dentists and therefore never show their faces.
Many people probably draw strength from their straightforward, down-to-earth lyrics.
Among their songs, Michi (“Road/Path”) is especially popular and has been featured as a theme for various TV programs.
It’s a cheer song for those pursuing their dreams and a classic that supports you in tough times.
When you feel like “I can’t see what lies ahead” or “I’m just not good enough,” give it a listen!
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
There are times when nothing you do seems to work, right? No matter how hard you try, if there are no results, it feels meaningless… This is a song I really want you to listen to when you’re feeling that way.
It’s by the band SEKAI NO OWARI, also known for “RPG” and “Flame and Forest Carnival,” and it was released in 2018.
It was used as NHK’s theme song for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, so many of you might already know it.
Its message, which gently stays by your side when things are tough, will help you through.
