An irreplaceable masterpiece that conveys the meaning of life and the preciousness of existence. A deeply moving song of encouragement.
What does it mean to live, anyway…? Many of us have probably felt that way when things aren’t going well.
“I’m useless.
I can’t accomplish anything…” Sometimes those thoughts leave us feeling lonely or sinking into a helpless slump.
But everyone, without exception, has a reason to live!
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that offer gentle messages and tips for facing tomorrow.
Please listen to these warm tracks that will quietly stay by your side and comfort your weary heart.
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An irreplaceable masterpiece that conveys the meaning of life and the preciousness of existence. A deeply moving cheer song (51–60)
Love SongGReeeeN
A song released by GReeeeN in 2007 that became a huge hit across Japan.
Its gentle, familiar lyrics and melody won widespread popularity, making it a karaoke staple and a beloved track for many.
As the title suggests, it’s a love song full of love—singing of the beauty of sharing hardships, sadness, and joy as we live—becoming a source of strength for countless people.
GASSHOWillion
Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS, through his solo project illion, conveys the preciousness of life in words that feel timeless.
His pure, weighty, and pressing vocals evoke the nobility of life.
Crafted with thoughts for the Great East Japan Earthquake and its victims, this song teaches us about the strength of life.
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
In middle school, everyone feels anxiety about the future.
No one knows what the future will be like.
Even so, we have to live each day.
What am I? Even as adults, we don’t really know.
But the answer is that there are people nearby who will reach out a helping hand.
That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando
When it comes to the meaning of life, there’s one song I really don’t want you to forget.
People say “that’s what matters most,” but there may be many who go, “uh, wait, what does that mean again?” In the end, though, it’s a song that tells you, “It’s okay to cry, and it’s okay to feel like you’re about to falter sometimes.
But if it’s you, you can do it—just don’t give up,” giving you the feeling that you don’t have to be overly stiff or put on a brave face.
An irreplaceable masterpiece that conveys the meaning of life and the preciousness of existence. A deeply moving anthem of encouragement (61–70)
Always With MeKimura Yumi
A song used as the theme for Spirited Away.
It cheerfully sings about all forms of life from birth to death.
It conveys that human life is a part of nature and follows natural law—nothing more, nothing less—and expresses the simple beauty of just living.
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A ballad by singer-songwriter HAZZIE.
After seeing the damage from the 2018 Western Japan floods on television, HAZZIE kept thinking about what he could do.
During a live show in Kagoshima, he visited the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots, and it’s said he created this song while confronting the themes of “life” and “living.” Its simplicity—just piano and vocals—makes it a masterpiece that resonates directly with the heart.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
This is WANIMA’s 2017 digital single.
It became a huge hit through an au commercial.
The song is an homage to the children’s song “Picnic.” It’s a track that makes you feel that life is a series of challenges and there’s no need to be afraid.
WANIMA’s passionate band sound and the simple, encouraging lyrics hit you straight in the heart.
It’s a masterpiece.