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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Classic Japanese songs about life. Songs that give you energy. (41–50)
the livingŌhashi Torio
This is a track by Ohashi Trio whose weighty piano and strings conjure scenes as if you were watching a film.
It was written as the theme song for the drama Detective Romance, which aired from January 2023 and starred Gaku Hamada.
Depicting the romance of people living through difficult times and the vitality that drives them toward the future, the piece was later included on the EP Karatachi no Yume.
Its message—offering prayers to sorrow and urging us to bloom powerfully with a pure, unadorned heart—feels as if it gently envelops us.
When you find yourself stuck in an uncertain situation, this song will surely give you the energy to rise again.
FlowerNaka Kousuke
Singer Kousuke Atari, who began learning shima-uta on his own and won the Effort Award at the Amami Folk Song Grand Prize, has earned high praise for his vocals.
His third single, Hana—selected as the theme song for Satsuma Shuzo’s “Satsuma Shiranami” commercial—was newly written by the duo of Naotaro Moriyama and Omodaka Takashi.
Its message, which tells us that simply being alive is wonderful, is likely to soothe the hearts of those struggling with how others judge them in the world beyond school.
A lyrical number, it wraps the listener in a gentle voice that stays close to the heart.
LifeKoresawa
A heartwarming message song that conveys the importance of living true to yourself.
Carried by the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar, KORESAWA’s soft vocals resonate throughout.
Without comparing yourself to others or worrying about how you’re seen, it encourages you to fully enjoy what you love—a positive feeling that gently supports listeners’ hearts.
Released in April 2023, the song struck a chord especially with younger generations.
When you’re struggling with work or relationships, when you feel like you’re losing sight of yourself, or when comparisons with others get you down—this is a cheering song that quietly gives you a push forward amid the confusion.
Only by livingKiroro
Speaking of Kiroro, “Mirai e” and “Best Friend” enjoy overwhelming name recognition and have remained beloved standards long after their release.
But beyond those, Kiroro has many other wonderful songs.
One I’d like to highlight is “Ikite Koso.” Set to a gently mellow, ballad-style accompaniment, its lyrics express gratitude to one’s parents and the importance of living.
As you listen, the song invites you to reflect anew on what truly matters—such as the birth of new life, the meaning of your own existence, and the preciousness of being alive.
Phantom LifeSEKAI NO OWARI
It’s a profound song themed around the fragility of life and loss.
In a white hospital where a life became a phantom, and a child named on a night when a beautiful red moon burned—its lyrics, which strike deeply at the listener’s heart, make us reflect on life and death.
Released in February 2010 as SEKAI NO OWARI’s indie debut single, it has become legendary among fans.
When you feel the weight of life, the pain of loss, and the difficulty of accepting it, listening to this song may help you face your own feelings.
Precisely because its themes are universal, it’s a hidden gem that gently resonates with many people.
Because you are hereUru
A moving song by Uru filled with thoughts for a dearly missed loved one.
Her gentle, tender voice and deeply emotional lyrics warmly embrace the listener’s heart.
Released in February 2020, it drew attention as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Ship of Theseus.” Expressing gratitude to someone precious and a resolve to keep thinking of them no matter the hardships, this piece is best enjoyed while picturing someone who stays close to your heart—family, a partner, or a friend.
When times are tough or your confidence falters, listening to this song will remind you that there is someone who cares about you.
guidelinesUru
Uru’s “Kokoroe” was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kazama Kyojin — Kyōjō 0 —.” Released as a single in 2023, it’s truly a song that teaches us the ‘lessons’ of life.
The lyrics convey that no life is free of mistakes or regrets, and emphasize the importance of moving forward while overcoming them.
It’s a perfect theme for a drama that focuses on police officers who face various aspects of life and death.
Be sure to give it a listen!
