A song with gentle lyrics that warm the heart

When your heart is tired and you long to be soothed, don’t you want to feel kindness?

In this article, we introduce songs with gentle lyrics that will warm your heart.

We’ve gathered songs with lyrics that depict many kinds of kindness: songs that offer words of encouragement when you’re feeling down, songs that let you share your strength with someone else, and songs that express gratitude for the kindness you’ve received.

You’re sure to find at least one song that will put you at ease.

Be sure to listen while taking your time to read the lyrics.

Playlist

A song with gentle lyrics that warm the heart
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	AlwaysENHYPEN		ENHYPEN, a gentle song popular in Japan
2	AldebaranAI		A heartwarming ballad sung by AI that resonates with the heart
3	I remember your warmth.Teshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima's Message Song
4	Flowers will bloom.hana wa saku purojekuto		A Song of Life in Remembrance of the Great East Japan Earthquake
5	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s masterpiece “Himawari no Yakusoku” is moving.
6	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s moving masterpiece, a singing voice that inspires hope
7	I want to protect it—within these two handsMurakami Keisuke		A ballad by Keisuke Murakami. The tender love of wanting to protect a child resonates in the heart through his gentle vocals.
8	To the futureKiroro		A moving song portraying a mother’s love, a song dedicated to adults
9	A gentle songMr.Children		Mr.Children's gentle songs that soothe your worries
10	Because you are hereUru		A translucent singing voice, songs of love and hope
11	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s heart-stirring song to her mother
12	Something CertainOda Kazumasa		Oda Kazumasa’s classic songs that support the heart in times of loneliness
13	I miss youRADWIMPS		A song by RADWIMPS that expresses the wish “I want to see you.”
14	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s soul-stirring “Song of Life”
15	FlowerNaka Kousuke		Shima Uta, a classic anthem of the resolve to live true to oneself
16	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		The first collaborative song by MISIA and GReeeeN is making headlines.
17	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		The Secret Story and Charm of Yo Hitoto’s Masterpiece “Hanamizuki”
18	StoryAI		AI's smash-hit song, a voice that resonates with the heart
19	Wavesmiyumin		A cheer song that sings Miyumin’s feelings
20	together; along with; bothWANIMA		Cheerfully with WANIMA’s support song “Tomoni”
21	Yui (Knot/Bond)miwa		A song where Miwa's grand, powerful vocals resonate in the heart.
22	Love is litrokudenashi		A ballad whose piano melody heals the heart
23	Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi		Tears for You by Rimi Natsukawa from Okinawa
24	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		A song that gently sings of everyday warmth
25	smileikimonogakari		Smiling music that heals a tired heart
26	day by dayYoshida Yamada		Yoshida Yamada’s moving song “Hibi” resonates with the heart.
27	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Songs by Yu Takahashi that uplift the heart with a smile
28	SEASONSInagaki Goro		Goro Inagaki’s heartwarming new song brimming with seasonal atmosphere
29	Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s new song is a powerful piece that resonates with the heart.
30	next toMarushii		A heartwarming song that finds happiness in the everyday moments of love
31	By your sideMirei Touyama		A heartwarming song filled with gratitude for someone special
32	FritoYamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki sings of pure love and the future
33	Before the end credits.Hirai Dai		Dai Hirai's gentle singing voice heals the heart.
34	Fantasy in the CornerHirai Dai		A heartwarming winter love song
35	DreamerJO1		A cheering anthem by JO1. A ballad that gives courage and hope to those who chase their dreams.
36	A trace of lightKinKi Kids		Maaya Sakamoto’s introspective ballad, a song of hope
37	bento (boxed lunch)Hanbaato Hanbaato		A heartwarming song that conveys the importance of everyday life
38	Sounds of LoveOno Daisuke		A heartwarming ballad by voice actor Daisuke Ono
39	smileAnly		The courage to face forward, warm singing voice and lyrics
40	I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi		Kazuyoshi Saito’s classic: the complex emotions of self and love
41	Embraced by the windTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s singing voice and gentle melodies soothe the heart.
42	It’s true.Natsunose		A song that gently accompanies the heart with healing melodies
43	It’s going to spill.YU-KI		A song about the courage to cherish your true self
44	36.5kobore		A ballad by the band kobore that serves as a movie theme song
45	CollectionŌhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara’s 10th anniversary debut commemorative song
46	Recipe for HappinessHirai Dai		The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 ending theme song
47	Family SongHoshino Gen		A classic song that gently sings of everyday happiness and family bonds
48	A flower of no colorUtada Hikaru		The gentle singing voice of Hikaru Utada and profound love
49	Slow & EasyHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s soothing song with tropical rhythms
50	rainbow-coloredayaka		An anthem of hope that encourages us to walk forward
51	The Little Bird That Forgot How to FlyMISIA		The figure of a wounded bird, inner weakness
52	canaryYonezu Kenshi		A ballad that layers bewilderment and hope onto the birds’ song
53	aimlesslyAimer		Aimer’s “Atemonaku” is a soothing masterpiece.
54	NonfictionHirai Ken		A moving ballad born from a friend's death
55	compassionKawasaki Takaya		A Tale of Love and Bonds Woven by Takaya Kawasaki’s Songs
56	mysteryHoshino Gen		A theme song that portrays Gen Hoshino’s pure feelings of love
57	Be Nankuru-kunBEGIN		A soul-stirring song by a band from Okinawa
58	Children of the SunBEGIN		Memories of Boyhood and a Wish for Peace
59	Beautiful in the past, beautiful nowBEGIN		I feel nostalgia and peace from BEGIN’s island song
60	voiceHitsuji Bungaku		An anthem that gives you the courage to face your destiny
61	spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota		Layering nature with emotions to depict ephemeral beauty
62	Untitled TodayHirai Dai		A moving song that celebrates the small joys of everyday life
63	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		A song that portrays the poignant emotions of Kenshi Yonezu
64	As a personSUPER BEAVER		A ballad that sings of life's weaknesses and strengths
65	Come back home.Oku Hanako		An encouraging song that heals a weary heart
66	IchibanboshiSnow Man		Even when my heart breaks, Snow Man makes me face forward.
67	If you call it loveUru		Uru’s gem-like ballad that sings of the resolve to reclaim a lost relationship
68	In the midst of the trivialHoshino Gen		A heartwarming love song that tenderly portrays affection
69	Super BallTOMOO		Live true to yourself without forgetting a sincere heart
70	A Naked Heartaimyon		Aimyon’s love songs depict the tremors of the heart
71	excessively earnest; overly serious to a fault; straight-lacedCreepy Nuts×Ayase×Ikuta Rira		A warm cheering song by Creepy Nuts
72	Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//		DISH//'s Exam Cheer Song
73	rootKing Gnu		A song of effort and feelings symbolized by roots
74	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A new single—the first in three and a half years—serving as a movie theme song
75	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE's new song wins the grand prize
76	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs.'s soul song that affirms your true self
77	AkariMy Hair is Bad		A heartwarming rock song that helps you face forward after exhaustion
78	50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism		To those who push themselves too hard: let’s face forward at your own pace.
79	Morning timeRen Meguro		Snow Man’s warm, mid-tempo ballad
80	snow moonRyosuke Yamada		A Bittersweet Love Story of the Winter Moon and Snow
81	We againSG		A ballad depicting parting and reunion
82	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's ballad depicting bonds between people
83	The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER		A heartwarming song that embraces loneliness and inner conflict
84	Little LoversSUPER★DRAGON		Introduction to the theme song for the Lord and the Dog
85	Be yourselfSaucy Dog		A message song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
86	In a world overflowing with kindnessSaucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s gentle, uplifting songs
87	miracleUru		A Song of Gratitude and Blessings for New Life
88	be master of lifeaiko		The strength to positively overcome life's difficulties
89	But you know, sometimesimase		imase's songs gently heal a tired heart
90	realmiwa		A gentle guitar and a clear singing voice that seep into the heart
91	becausetimelesz		A gentle song with a timeless romance theme
92	It’s okaywacci		Introducing wacci’s heartwarming ballads
93	Only onezarame		Zarame sings about her feelings for someone important to her
94	will be fine feat.AnlyGosuperāzu		A ballad by The Gospellers and Anly
95	In a new cityImai Miki		A signature ballad by Miki Imai that gently portrays a turning point in life
96	Always the two of usShimazu Aya		A cheering song by Aya Shimazu filled with feelings for her beloved dog
97	Beautiful DaysHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s cheer song accompanies you as you set off
98	EurekaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino's cheer song, singing of rebirth and courage
99	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		A song by Chiharu Matsuyama about the courage to move forward after setbacks
100	motherHikawa Kiyoshi		Hikawa Kiyoshi’s hit song that sings of love and gratitude to his mother
101	An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro		A ballad that gently portrays love built over time
102	contrailArai Yumi		A gem of a song imbued with feelings for a deceased classmate
103	gardenFuji Kaze		A soothing piece that depicts the changing of the four seasons
104	KindnessFuji Kaze		A ballad that portrays a heart swayed by kindness
105	waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s song beautifully expresses both the love of caring and the release of attachment.
106	pure whiteFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s gentle ballad song
107	tomorrowNoda Megumi		Emi Noda’s new song has been chosen as a TV drama’s theme song
108	A Gentle BallAimer		A fantastical song by Aimer sung at a nighttime ball
109	THE GIFTHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s warm friendship song expresses gratitude and bonds
110	You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki		A song whose warm vocals by Noriyuki Makihara resonate in the heart
111	HitomiFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s moving drama theme song: family bonds and love
112	JourneyFuji Kaze		A warm, compassionate Fujii Kaze song that portrays the journey of life