[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 that support you (81–90)
Sora-buneTOKIO
Despite being an idol group, TOKIO—a rock band that has forged a unique artistic identity through solid musicianship and musicality—delivers this 35th single with distinction.
The moment you hear it, you can tell it’s a Miyuki Nakajima composition; yet they’ve brilliantly adapted its memorable melody to fit their own color, reaffirming TOKIO’s quality as a band.
The powerful message—that your future is steered by no one but yourself—will likely point the way for those who find themselves hesitating under the weight of others’ eyes and opinions.
With a catchy melody and compelling message that blow away heavy feelings, it’s a refreshing, invigorating number.
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.
Don’t die!kocchi no kento
Kocchino Kento’s “Don’t Die!” is infused with a wish to keep those who long for “death” tethered to this world, even if forcefully.
Kocchino Kento is said to be the real younger brother of actor Masaki Suda.
The sound and lyrics, crafted with his unique sensibility, radiate a one-of-a-kind presence.
The “Tea Jar Dance” that matches the chorus lyrics has also gained popularity.
Even if you’re going through something unbearably painful, I hope you encounter “Don’t Die!” before you do anything rash.
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
This is a song known as one of singer-songwriter Angela Aki’s signature works, released in 2008.
Since its release, it has also been cherished as a graduation song.
The lyrics depict an exchange of letters between the 15-year-old self and the adult self.
The 15-year-old confides their worries and inner conflicts, and the adult responds gently, saying, “There will be many hardships, but believe in yourself and keep moving forward.” The message woven into these lyrics can inspire not only teenagers but also adults to make a fresh start with a positive mindset.
It’s fine.Urufuruzu
Known for hit songs like “Guts da ze!!” and “Banzai ~Suki de Yokatta~,” and for winning fans with straightforward lyrics and a diverse sound spanning funk and rock ’n’ roll, this is the 25th single by the rock band Ulfuls.
It’s a celebratory song marking the return of John B.
Chopper, who had left the band in 1999, and it is also known for being used as the theme for numerous variety and documentary programs.
Its positive message, carried by a catchy, repeating melody, is sure to resonate with anyone feeling down.
This is a track you’ll want people who are struggling—so much that they feel like disappearing—to hear, a song that supports you with overwhelming affirmation.
If I can laughUrufuruzu
“Waraereba” is the 24th single by Ulfuls, released in 2002.
It was also used as the ending theme for the drama “Ginza no Koi,” in which the band’s vocalist, Tortoise Matsumoto, appeared.
It’s a masterpiece that conveys the message that no matter how tough things get, laughing out loud can help you face forward and move on.
It’s the ultimate fight song that teaches us the importance and preciousness of laughter.
Hopefully, listening to this song will let you cry your heart out, reset your feelings, and make a fresh start.
[Songs to Listen to When You Want to Die] I Want to Disappear... Songs That Support You (91–100)
Twenty-nine, thirtykuriipuhaipe
This song, “Twenty-Nine, Thirty,” which CreepHyp created in collaboration with the magazine R25, is a track about people who are “around thirty.” You’re at an age that’s definitely considered adult, yet younger people call you an old man or an old woman, and older people say you’re still not there yet… It sings about the everyday feeling of “This isn’t the thirty I imagined” that people in that age range often have.
As the song progresses, it opens up a sense of possibility—it gently resonates in your heart and makes you think, “Maybe I’ll try a little harder tomorrow.” It’s the first song I want you to listen to when work has you feeling worn down.
