[Drama Theme Songs] Over 800 Million Plays! A Curated Selection of Unforgettable Classics

See you again sometime!Yonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Goodbye, See You Again Sometime!

A track that’s made waves as the theme song for NHK’s morning drama series “Tora ni Tsubasa.” Its heartfelt lyrics and distinctive melody leave a strong impression.

Centered on parting and reunion, it powerfully expresses life’s changes and hope.

Released in April 2024, it’s a song by Kenshi Yonezu, and reportedly his first time providing a morning drama theme.

The piece conveys the strength to overcome suffering and pain and move forward toward the future.

It’s a perfect song to listen to while watching the morning drama and reflecting on your own life.

LemonYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Lemon

A song portraying profound loss and unforgettable memories became a hot topic as the theme for the drama Unnatural.

Its lyrics, which liken thoughts of someone lost to the scent of a lemon, captured many hearts, and together with its distinctive rhythm, moved listeners deeply.

Released in 2018, the track became a defining work in Kenshi Yonezu’s career, breaking numerous records, including becoming the first ever to surpass three million downloads.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to keep moving forward while carrying your sorrow.

When you feel like remembering someone dear, give it a listen.

hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake

Omoinotake | Hundreds of Millions of Light-Years [Official Music Video]

Omoinotake’s music has the power to move listeners across generations.

This song, written as the theme for the drama “Eye Love You,” expresses feelings for someone far away.

With its refreshing groove and emotional lyrics, it drew major attention immediately upon its release in February 2024.

It’s also included on the album “Pieces,” where it has earned strong support from fans.

Overflowing with affection for someone dear, this track is recommended when you want to feel the bonds with a lover, family, or friends.

Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody are sure to warmly embrace your heart.

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Official HIGE DANDism – Subtitle [Official Video]

This song was written as the theme for the drama “silent,” starring Haruna Kawaguchi and Ren Meguro.

Along with the drama’s massive success, it drew wide attention on social media, earning strong support with comments like, “I end up sobbing every time this plays in the show.” Packed with the frustration of feelings that can’t be expressed directly, the song was released in October 2022 and has captured the hearts of many listeners.

Please take in the heartrending yet beautiful lyrics and listen while thinking of someone dear to you.

To new loversback number

back number – To the New Lovers

This song, which could be called the group’s signature track, is a warm piece that weaves together the feelings of becoming a parent.

Its heartrending lyrics and melody resonate deeply.

The delicate portrayal of a parent watching over their child’s growth is moving.

Written as the theme song for a Fuji TV Monday 9 p.m.

drama, it was released digitally in July 2024.

It marks back number’s first Monday 9 p.m.

drama theme in about nine years.

It’s a recommended track when you want to reflect on parent-child relationships and familial love, or when you wish to deepen your feelings for someone important.

Wrapped in the gentle vocals, why not think of someone dear to you?

366 daysHY

HY – “366 Days” Live Music Video

This is a poignant, heart-piercing song that captures the sorrow of unrequited love.

Featured on HY’s fifth album, “HeartY,” it was released in April 2008 and chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama and Toho film “Red Thread.” It returned as a theme song again for the 2024 drama “366 Days.” For those who can’t forget a loved one’s scent or gestures and are overwhelmed by the pain and sadness of love, this song gently embraces that heartbreak and soothes a wounded heart.

loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

A song used as the theme for the TBS drama “We Married as a Job! (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu),” which sparked a social phenomenon.

Released in October 2016, it became a massive hit together with the “Koi Dance” performed by the cast in the drama’s ending.

It spread widely on social media, and its YouTube views reached astonishing numbers.

According to Gen Hoshino, the song was originally written as a ballad but was later changed to a brighter, upbeat arrangement.

With lyrics that affirm diverse forms of love and sing about the essence of romance, it resonated with many people.

Be sure to enjoy this masterpiece alongside the drama’s worldview!