[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 for those who have lost someone dear. Tracks to listen to while thinking of a loved one (41–50)
red collarNEW!Yoshida Yamada
This is a song that blends warmth and bittersweet emotion, themed around parting with a beloved pet who is a cherished member of the family.
Sung by Yoshida Yamada, it’s included on their album “Yokubou,” released in October 2018.
There’s an anecdote that Yoshida, one of the members, poured his feelings for the family dog he grew up with into the lyrics and finished writing them in just about 15 minutes, which really conveys his deep affection.
It’s perfect for moments when you want to remember the ordinary days you spent together and the feel of a warm hand.
It’s a song I especially hope you’ll listen to if you wish to express profound gratitude while carrying the sorrow of a farewell that will one day surely come.
Say it.Yorushika
A song that delicately portrays the feelings of parting with someone dear.
Woven into its bright melody line are deep sorrow and a sense of loss.
The protagonist’s inability to accept reality is depicted alongside a tender, compassionate longing for the other person, interlacing natural imagery to create a world that evokes empathy.
Included on the album “Natsukusa ga Jama o Suru,” released in June 2017, this piece resonated with many for its piercing expressiveness and beautiful melody, and its music video surpassed 100 million views in July 2021.
It will surely offer gentle comfort to those who have lost someone precious or carry feelings too deep for words.
lampSakiyama Soshi
The ending theme that Soshi Sakiyama released in July 2023 for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen “Hidden Inventory/Premature Death” is a song that evokes deep loneliness and introspection.
Its lyrics, woven with regret, swirling emotions, and also hope and love, express the complexity of the human heart.
The piece was reportedly created with thoughts for the character Suguru Geto from the anime.
Sakiyama carefully studied the original work and crafted a song that matches the anime’s worldview.
It’s a recommended track for anyone who has experienced parting with someone important or who wants to confront themselves.
leap day personRADWIMPS
A song by RADWIMPS written as the theme for the film “The Last 10 Years.” Through lyrics that contrast technological progress with human emotion, it portrays the poignant story of Matsuri, who suffers from a serious illness, and Kazuto, the man who loves her.
Released in March 2022, it earned high praise alongside the film.
In addition to RADWIMPS’ signature rock and pop elements, it features a distinctive cinematic sound.
It’s a track especially recommended for those who have experienced parting from a loved one or who are cherishing time with someone special right now.
If you call it loveUru
Uru is a captivating singer-songwriter who began her career in 2013.
Her music enchants many fans with its mysterious persona and moving melodies.
The song “Sore wo Ai to Yobu Nara” from her album Contrast, released on February 1, 2023, was beloved by many as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama My Family.
This work depicts learning and growth from failures and stumbles, as well as the strong bonds with loved ones.
It conveys a message that love deepens because we recognize it as a support in life and as something that holds a future.
Uru’s emotionally rich voice and heartfelt lyrics offer comfort both to those who have lost someone dear and to anyone who holds a loved one in their heart.
LeoYuuri
Yuri, a singer-songwriter who began his music career on social media in 2019 and gained attention with the smash hit “Dry Flower,” released the song “Leo” on his 2022 album Ichi.
Told from the perspective of a dog named Leo, the piece portrays the bond with his owner, the importance of everyday life, and the moment of parting.
This song is especially recommended for those who have lost a pet or experienced a farewell with someone dear.
It will remind you that the everyday moments we take for granted are, in fact, our most precious memories.
aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu
Masaharu Fukuyama’s song, released as a digital-only single in December 2023, was created as the theme song for the film “If Only I Could Meet You Again at the Hill Where That Flower Blooms,” set in Japan during wartime.
It’s a ballad from the perspective of a kamikaze pilot, centered on the theme of “the happiness of living each day now,” which Fukuyama wrote after watching the film.
Against the backdrop of changing times, it portrays the resolve to trust the path one has chosen and to cherish the connections one makes.
Immediately after its release, the track dominated the charts on various streaming platforms and captured the hearts of many.
It’s a song especially recommended for those who have experienced parting with someone dear or who wish to embrace gratitude in their daily lives.