A classic Japanese song about life. A track that gives you energy.
I think anyone who’s alive carries worries and anxieties at times.
When you find yourself standing still like that, I’d like to introduce songs that give you hope and energy to live.
Many artists sing their own thoughts on what “life” is through their music.
I’d be happy if you can find even one song that feels right for you and helps you see life in a positive light.
Music and songs can become a source of support for your heart, so please read through to the end!
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Masterpiece Japanese songs about life. Uplifting tracks. (21–30)
globeYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu is a singer-songwriter whose presence has been so immense in the scene that he’s indispensable when talking about J-POP since 2010.
His 14th single, “Spinning Globe,” was written as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s film “The Boy and the Heron.” The lyrics evoke images of the landscapes that unfold between the beginning and end of life, linking with both the film’s story and the song’s title, drawing listeners deeper into its world.
It’s a beautiful yet overwhelming number, with a sweeping arrangement that stirs the heart.
Traces of LightHoshino Gen
A song written as the ending theme for the film SPY×FAMILY CODE: White, released in December 2023.
With Gen Hoshino’s characteristically gentle vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply, it’s a captivating track loved by a wide range of generations.
The lyrics, which evoke the transience of life and the bonds with loved ones, are particularly striking, and Hoshino himself was reportedly inspired by the sunset in Kamakura.
The sound carries the atmosphere of Japanese anime ending themes, influenced by early 1990s hip-hop and 1980s R&B.
It might be the perfect song for moments when you want to encourage yourself or cherish time with someone important.
Don’t give upZARD
This is one of ZARD’s signature songs, featuring Izumi Sakai’s clear, transparent vocals that resonate deeply with the heart.
Released in January 1993, it became their first million-selling hit.
The lyrics, which give courage to face difficulties, are beautifully matched with a melody that truly moves you.
Sakai’s heartfelt voice feels as if she’s speaking directly to each listener.
It has supported many people emotionally and continues to be cherished as an uplifting anthem in various situations, such as graduation ceremonies and sporting events.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling down or need a boost.
aliveMoriyama Naotaro
This piece is included on Yumizuruhanoha, one of the two concept albums—Yumizuruhanoha and Yeeeehaaaaw—released by Naotaro Moriyama in October 2025.
It’s a song that gazes into the very source of life.
Built solely around piano and strings, its ambient soundscape gently envelops the tremors and transience of everyday life.
Moriyama’s deep, folk-rooted vocals and lyrical melody resonate in the heart.
It’s a track that quietly stays by your side when you lose your way in life.
Like the shining moonSuperfly
A massive hit by Superfly, who continues to lead Japan’s music scene with an unparalleled high-tone voice and overwhelming musical sensibility.
The song carries a positive message: just having someone important by your side gives you the strength to live boldly.
Let it beatBIGMAMA
This work, which carries words that shine a light of hope over an open, expansive sound, is a single released in March 2022.
The song was created as the theme for Kansai TV’s horse racing program “Keiba BEAT.” It’s infused with a powerful message that pushes forward those who are chasing their dreams.
Kanai’s vocals, resonating within the dramatic soundscape, are truly wonderful.
When you’re about to take a new step, this song will lend you strength.
The Naked King: My Beautiful LifeBIGMAMA
It’s BIGMAMA’s soulful rock tune that powerfully proclaims the strength to stand by your beliefs and the value of being true to yourself.
It was included on the EP “What a Beautiful Life,” released in May 2021.
Inspired by Andersen’s fairy tale “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” it highlights the importance of the courage to believe, rather than only to doubt.
The resolve to live a life without regrets pierces the heart, carried by Masato Kanai’s vocals and the sweeping resonance of the violin.
Give it a listen when you feel like you’re losing sight of who you are.