[Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing a loved one. Tracks to listen to while thinking of someone dear
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 someone dear. Songs to listen to while thinking of a loved one (141–150)
My last dayYu-anesu
A heartwarming, jewel-like ballad born from the experience of facing the death of a loved one.
This is a song by Yourness that portrays complex feelings toward a mother who was in mortal danger, told from the perspective of the one approaching death.
Its gentle compassion for those left behind, and the wish to be forgiven for one final selfishness, resonate deeply alongside a clear, translucent melody.
The track was recorded in December 2021 as the closing song of the album “6 case.” In the music video, animator AOYAMA weaves a quiet tale of farewell through beautiful animation.
It will kindle a warm light in the hearts of those who have faced a sudden parting, or who feel the preciousness of time with someone dear.
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.
Memorial addressHamasaki Ayumi
This song feels like an outpouring of unstable emotions that couldn’t be sorted out and were thrown out as they are.
Throughout the track, the vocals convey a painful intensity that almost sounds like a scream.
The lyrics depict the inability to accept the sudden parting brought by death, as well as the regret of not even being able to say goodbye.
The alternating sections—piano-centered sounds that feel steeped in sorrow and fierce guitar sounds that erupt with emotion—also evoke the sense that the feelings remain unresolved.
[Songs of Bereavement] Songs about losing someone dear. Tracks to listen to while thinking of a loved one (151–160)
1106WANIMA
WANIMA has many upbeat, empowering songs.
Among them, 1106 is especially popular as a calmer, emotionally moving number.
It’s well known among fans that this song is dedicated to vocalist KENTA’s late grandfather.
While looking back on memories, he speaks to his grandfather in heaven, conveying his feelings now in a way that brings listeners to tears.
The title 1106 comes from his grandfather’s date of passing.
A Farewell SongKumaki Anri
Anri Kumaki is a singer who has released many folk songs.
The song in which she sings what she wants to tell someone who has passed away is “Hanamuke no Uta” (A Song of Farewell).
If you also feel there’s something you want to convey, you will surely relate.
The song also gives voice to what the deceased might wish to tell those left behind.
Of course, we can’t actually exchange words with them, but listening to this song may bring you a little—no, perhaps quite a bit—of comfort.
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 know how you feelIipurugisu no Yoru
A song that frankly sings about the sorrow of losing someone dear.
What makes this track stand out is how it contrasts the idea that someone irreplaceable to one person might not be the same to someone else.
It may seem cold at first glance, but in reality, that aspect often exists.
It makes us reconsider the grief of loss—and what lies beyond it.
