[Memorial Song] A moving classic and love song dedicated to a beloved person embarking on a journey to heaven
Farewells to loved ones, to those who are precious to us, are something that will inevitably come as long as we are alive.
Even if we think we’re prepared in our hearts, when the moment actually arrives, it’s never easy to accept.
We can feel overwhelmed by loneliness and sorrow.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs of remembrance for those dear to us who have departed.
What we, the ones left behind, can do is simply send them off to heaven with heartfelt words: “Thank you for everything” and “I’ll never forget you.”
Here are timeless songs to gently embrace the moment of parting between you and someone you hold dear.
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[Memorial Songs] Moving Masterpieces and Love Songs Dedicated to Beloved Ones Departing for Heaven (11–20)
White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu
Masaharu Fukuyama’s song, which expresses gratitude to parents, was written as the theme for the family-bond drama Tonbi.
It portrays the emotional growth that leads to recognizing one’s appreciation for one’s parents over the years.
The chorus, which conveys heartfelt feelings with honesty, is especially striking.
Released in April 2013, the track debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Thanks in part to its synergy with the drama, it resonated with many listeners.
It’s a recommended song for those struggling with parent-child relationships or wishing to express gratitude to someone important.
Song of CandyBUMP OF CHICKEN
A gem-like ballad by BUMP OF CHICKEN that sings of deep bonds and trust.
Featured on the album “orbital period,” this song explores the essence of “believing.” It portrays a relationship so profound that one completely trusts the other—so much so that even betrayal might go unnoticed.
Fujiwara Motoo’s delicate lyricism unfolds through cosmic-scale storytelling of the two’s encounter and the “candy” as a symbol imbued with a soul.
It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or for anyone who wants to trust someone deeply.
Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody will gently embrace the listener’s heart.
Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS
This song resonates with the heart through Yojiro Noda’s poetic lyrics and wistful melody.
While grappling with self-denying emotions and anxieties in relationships with others, it tells a hopeful story of meeting a loved one who purifies the heart and leads to discovering a new self.
Released in July 2006, it drew attention as RADWIMPS’s fourth major-label single.
It is also included on the album “RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan” and is beloved by many fans as one of the band’s signature songs.
It’s a heartwarming track that offers comfort to those who have experienced parting with someone important or who wish to face themselves.
Only HumanK
That sad voice starting a cappella gives me a jolt.
The lyrics feel like someone drowning in grief so deep after losing a loved one that they can’t even see tomorrow.
Even knowing the lyrics are just one story, I can’t help but want to share in that sorrow.
While there is a sense of salvation in the words—overcoming grief and moving toward the light—the sadness that resonates in the heart doesn’t fade for a while.
It’s that kind of song.
The Day I Became a JewelBUMP OF CHICKEN
It is included on the album “Butterflies,” released by BUMP OF CHICKEN in February 2016.
The song was also featured in a Calpis Water commercial.
With its refreshing arpeggio intro and uplifting chorus, it leaves a strong impression, and the lyrics, which depict everyday, ordinary moments turning into something special, resonate deeply.
It is a song that stands beside those who have experienced parting with someone important or who carry a sense of loss, affirming those emotions while giving them the strength to move forward.
squallMONGOL800
It’s a grand, dramatic slow ballad.
Unstoppable tears are likened to incessant rain, depicting deep sorrow and a sense of loss.
The lyrics are marked by profound feelings for a loved one and the sadness that comes with that love.
Included on the album “Daniel,” released in August 2006, it was MONGOL800’s first new work in about two and a half years.
Recommended as a song that gently accompanies those who are experiencing deep grief after losing someone precious.
[Memorial Songs] Moving Masterpieces and Love Songs Dedicated to Beloved Ones Departing for Heaven (21–30)
the scent of flowersMr.Children
Many listeners may find their hearts stirred by the gently flowing melody.
Released in December 2008 and chosen as the theme song for the film “I Want to Be a Shellfish,” this piece has continued to be cherished as one of Mr.Children’s signature songs.
The words and melodies woven by Kazutoshi Sakurai blend beautifully, expressing lost love, gratitude toward others, and feelings of farewell through the imagery of a flower’s scent.
It is a song that stands with those grieving the loss of someone dear, giving them courage to look forward.
Also included on the album “SUPERMARKET FANTASY,” this work is a masterpiece that resonates deeply, even with those who are not devoted Mr.Children fans.