[Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing someone dear. Tracks to listen to while thinking of a loved one.
A collection of songs themed around the loss of loved ones—partners, family, friends, and others dear to you.
There are songs steeped in deep sorrow, songs that express gratitude for the time shared in life, songs that look back on memories, and even songs told from the perspective of those who have passed away.
Though presented from many angles, all of them overflow with love for the departed and for those left behind.
If you are suffering from a sense of loss, or wish to sort through your feelings for someone precious who has gone on ahead, please give these a listen.
We cannot forget the reality of parting, but as you listen, you will likely find yourself able to look back on the days you spent together with a calmer heart.
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[Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing a loved one. Tracks to listen to while thinking of someone dear (111–120)
Seventeen-Year-Old AngelMayo Okamoto
This is a track included on her fourth album, “Hello.” When you think of Mayo Okamoto, you might picture her massive hit “TOMORROW,” which has a positive, pop feel, but there are songs on her albums that show a different side.
This one layers expressive emotion over a jazzy piano sound.
The lyrics carry a sense of sorrow, but it’s a song you’ll want to listen to over and over.
[Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing someone dear. Tracks to listen to while thinking of a loved one (121–130)
The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro
A gem-like ballad by Naotaro Moriyama that gently sings of the parting that comes at the fleeting end of summer.
Released in August 2003, this work was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Netto Koshien” and reached No.
6 on the Oricon charts.
Its acoustic tones and strings weave a melody that resonates deeply, comforting those who carry thoughts of someone precious they have lost.
Like summer memories fading, it evokes the bittersweet feeling of memories slowly receding, while also conveying the strength to keep looking forward and walking on.
Beautiful nameThe Back Horn
THE BACK HORN, who have earned support for their emotional lyrics, are best known for their song “Beautiful Name.” It’s a track that depicts the feelings of a man as he looks at a loved one sleeping in a hospital bed.
Throughout, it sings of the man’s regret and despair.
In fact, this song is the title track of an album of the same name.
The album includes four ballads themed around matchsticks.
Be sure to listen all the way through, and I’d also like you to consider what the match represents in this song.
I miss youHayashibe Satoshi
Triggered by an appearance on a music program, Satoshi Hayashibe made his major-label debut.
His first single is “Aitai.” It’s a song that depicts the feeling of yearning for someone who has passed away and is also known as the theme song for “Sabu to Ichi Torimonohikae.” The quiet melody and his delicate vocals are sure to pierce your heart.
However, it doesn’t just dwell on longing; the story ultimately turns toward facing forward.
It might even give you the push you need to feel more positive.
Happyaimyon
This is a song by Aimyon, the singer-songwriter known for hits like “Marigold.” It was included as a coupling track on her second single, “Ai wo Tsutaetai da toka,” released in 2017.
It conveys the feelings of imagining what it would be like if someone or something precious—be it a person or a pet—were to die.
The message is bittersweet, yet the sound is light and brisk.
This kind of expression is very characteristic of Aimyon.
It’s a song about bereavement that leaves you feeling positive.
I had been waiting for summer.amazarashi
A song I’d like to introduce as one you’ll want to listen to over and over is “We Were Waiting for Summer.” It’s a track released by the rock band amazarashi.
At first glance, it sounds like a fast-paced, exhilarating pop song, but if you listen closely, you’ll realize that’s not quite the case.
This is a bit of a spoiler, but the lyrics depict summer vacation from the perspectives of four different characters.
And as you read each set of lyrics carefully, a heartrending truth comes to light.
White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu
Masaharu Fukuyama’s 13th single, “On Your Birthday, Pure White Lilies,” was released in 2013.
The song depicts a scene of visiting someone who has passed away every year on their birthday, bringing white lilies.
For those who have lost their father or mother, this song will likely pierce the heart.
It expresses reflection on one’s younger self and gratitude for being brought into this world.
Surely such gentle feelings will reach heaven.
