Songs that Teach the Value of Life | A Collection of Masterpieces Celebrating the Wonder of Living

We all think we understand the weight of the words “Cherish life,” but not many of us consciously make time in our daily lives to reflect on what life truly means.

In this article, we introduce songs that help us rediscover the preciousness of life.

We’ve gathered a variety of tracks that teach us the importance of “life” and “living”: not only songs that directly take life as their theme, but also those that give us hope to live and convey the wonders of being alive.

Take a moment to pause and think about the value of life—and listen to these timeless songs that offer just such a moment.

Playlist

Songs that Teach the Value of Life \| A Collection of Masterpieces Celebrating the Wonder of Living
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		A movie theme song that portrays the joy of living
2	If being alive is painfulMoriyama Naotaro		A song of courage to overcome life's hardships
3	Biri MillionYuuri		A moving song that questions the value of life
4	Phantom LifeSEKAI NO OWARI		A hidden gem with the theme of loss of life
5	gentianWANIMA		The gentian flower sings of the preciousness of life.
6	Because you are hereUru		Heartwarming lyrics of gratitude by Uru
7	Just being alive is admirable.ReoNa		A moving song that portrays the struggles of living
8	spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota		A heartwarming masterpiece that expresses the preciousness of life
9	Another Name for LifeNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima covers a Miyuki Nakajima song, her voice shaking the heart
10	aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu		Depicting resolve and love in farewells during wartime
11	day by dayYoshida Yamada		A heartwarming song that makes you feel the courage to live and love.
12	globeYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Spinning Globe” Embodies the Film’s Worldview
13	NonfictionHirai Ken		A gemlike song of life’s suffering and hope
14	Live (feat. KAFU)Mizuno Atsu		A moving song that portrays the struggle and hope of living
15	If I were to die tomorrowKitanitatsuya		A moving song that sings of the fragility of life and the importance of living
16	to liveDomura Riu		An inspiring song that sings of the preciousness of life and the courage to live
17	leap day personRADWIMPS		An inspiring anthem that questions the meaning of life and resonates with the heart
18	The thing I wanted mostMakihara Noriyuki		What matters most is a heart that delights others.
19	Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya		A classic that sings of the joy of living and the bonds between people
20	contrailMatsutoya Yumi		A beautiful song that makes you feel the preciousness of life
21	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		A heartfelt song praying for peace themed around 9/11
22	atonementKasamura Tōta		The songs sung by Tota Kasamura revolve around regret and confession…
23	Hated by life.Kanzaki Iori		A deeply emotional song that sings of the weight of life
24	Reason for Lifesadamasashi		A heartwarming classic that sings of the meaning of life.
25	Name of LifeKimura Yumi		“Inochi no Namae”: A song that conveys the preciousness of life
26	The happiest way to die in the worldkoka		A poignant song that questions the meaning of life
27	budKobukuro		Kobukuro’s “Tsubomi” conveys the preciousness of life.
28	I thought about killing myselfNakajima Mika		A single encounter that offers hope to save a life in peril
29	There was no meaning to being born.mafumafu		A song of the heart exploring the meaning of life
30	the scent of flowersMr.Children		A heartwarming song that gently stays by your memories
31	Song of TimeTeshima Aoi		The theme song of the Ghibli film “Tales from Earthsea” resonates with the heart.
32	Dog’s Song ~Thank You~Eijia Enjinia		A heartwarming classic filled with love and gratitude for pets
33	Song of LifeManakana		An inspiring song by the Mikura sisters that sings of the preciousness of life
34	GASSHOWillion		A moving song that deeply contemplates the meaning of life
35	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		A timeless masterpiece that sings of the preciousness of life, even as the times change.
36	birthdayKumaki Anri		A popular, moving song from a baby introduction TV program
37	And still, we go on living.ATSUSHI/Nobuyuki Tsujii		An inspiring song that sings of the preciousness of life and the courage to live.
38	How to Eat LifeEVE		A hopeful song to overcome the hardship of living
39	Goodbyekariyushi 58		By the Okinawa-born rock band Kariyushi 58...
40	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		The moving encouragement of “The One and Only Flower in the World.”
41	Koto no Haayaka		Ayaka’s powerful, resonant singing voice
42	Across timeHY		The sound of the sanshin speaks of the preciousness of life and the bonds that connect us
43	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Ayaka Hirahara’s classic song “Jupiter” illuminates life.
44	Thank you for being born.hazuki nano		A timeless song sung by Nanoga Hazuki that resonates with the heart
45	traces of prayerRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS, music that depicts the meaning of life
46	Sugarcane fieldMoriyama Ryoko		A requiem for the victims of the Battle of Okinawa, conveying the preciousness of life.
47	Only by livingKiroro		A heartwarming classic filled with gratitude to my parents
48	made-to-orderRADWIMPS		The preciousness of shaping one’s own life by oneself
49	moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro		Chihiro Onitsuka’s “Gekkou,” a song searching for the meaning of life
50	homeKiyama Yusaku		Days spent with someone precious are treasures.
51	NamingB’z		Conveying the responsibility and importance of creating life
52	threadBank Band		Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece that conveys the preciousness of life
53	HEIWAAI		A heartwarming song that celebrates the preciousness of life and a mother's love
54	FlowerNaka Kousuke		An island song singer conveys the wonder of living with a gentle singing voice
55	Spot the differenceSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s “Machigai Sagashi,” a song about understanding the preciousness of life
56	to liveZa Kuromaniyonzu		A powerful song that conveys the coolness of life
57	Island SongTHE BOOM		A moving song that conveys the tragedy of the Battle of Okinawa
58	He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon		A heartfelt song that conveys the preciousness of life
59	youyuzuki		The popular Higurashi BGM “you” is a heartrending song.
60	guidelinesUru		Uru's 'Kokoroe' is the theme song for a drama
61	Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi		Akikawa Masafumi’s masterpiece that gives hope to live
62	A Round Lifeiruka		Everyone has the same life; convey the importance of existence.
63	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A cheer song dedicated to my past and future self
64	Song of HopeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A song that gives you the courage to face yourself
65	I live, I will keep on living.Fukuyama Masaharu		A moving song of the relay of life, singing of hope
66	SEIMEIyuzu		A song of the joy of living that passes on the baton of life
67	Moon CryingKōda Kumi		A song that portrays feelings for a loved one and the preciousness of life
68	White lilies for your birthdayFukuyama Masaharu		Reaffirming family bonds through Masaharu Fukuyama’s songs
69	rainbow-coloredayaka		An anthem of encouragement that overcomes hardship and paints hope
70	glowgurutamin		Express your feelings for someone special with passion
71	It should be a little better when the moon gets closer.ASKA		Live singing resonates in the heart, making one reflect on the preciousness of life.
72	Relay of LifeKiroro／Nakasone Izumi		A song from Okinawa that passes the relay of life on to the next generation
73	Live!kocchi no kento		An Encouraging Song for Someone Feeling Down
74	Living in the Sky ~Living in Your Sky~Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A moving song, a poignant work about life and death
75	From your momHatsuda Etsuko		A heartwarming classic singing of a mother’s love, “From Your Mama”
76	I wake upSukima Suichi		A wistful acoustic song that portrays heartbreak or a sense of loss
77	Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanī		Even if living is painful, there is joy.
78	The true soundKOKIA		Listen to your inner voice and reexamine your core values
79	ElfAdo		Ado’s music leads from loneliness to hope
80	Resolution on the Seventh DayUVERworld		Questioning the transience of life and the meaning of living
81	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		An anthem that gives you the courage to move toward hope
82	FlowerFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s hymn to life, a message to believe in your own worth
83	Be yourselfSaucy Dog		A message song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
84	My last dayYu-anesu		A moving song that portrays life and familial love
85	Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman		The Beauty of Unseen Effort and a Song of Gratitude
86	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		An anthem of encouragement that helps you overcome setbacks and gives you courage
87	GuildBUMP OF CHICKEN		A masterpiece that questions the meaning of life and evokes deep empathy
88	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's ballad depicting bonds between people
89	Shouted SerenadeLiSA		LiSA’s song conveys the importance of life and hope.
90	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A rock ballad that overcomes a sense of emptiness and sings of hope
91	fatesumika		A heartwarming song by sumika that depicts the preciousness of life