Songs that play during moving scenes. A collection of classic tracks that evoke deep emotion.
When you think back on moving scenes in dramas, movies, anime, or documentaries, there’s always wonderful music playing, isn’t there?
Whether it’s a song with lyrics that match the story or an instrumental with a beautiful melody, the types of tracks vary—but each one has its own moment that truly resonates.
In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of lovely songs that perfectly suit emotional scenes.
Use it as a reference when choosing music for moving moments, not only for weddings and receptions, but also for graduations, farewell parties, birthdays, and more.
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Songs that play during emotional scenes. A collection of moving masterpieces (41–50)
Dear daysHirai Ken
This is the song chosen as the theme for the TV drama “JIN.” The lyrics are linked to the drama’s storyline, and it’s a grand ballad that conveys unfulfilled feelings and love that transcends time.
Ken Hirai’s vocals resonate all the more deeply, leaving a lasting emotional impact.
Last StardustAimer
As an insert song in Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works, it brought viewers to tears when it played in the main story, enhanced by the flashback scene.
Not only Japanese fans but also overseas fans were captivated, and the related videos on YouTube are all highly rated.
In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez
It also became a hot topic as the theme song for the film Brave Story.
It’s a song by the rock band Aqua Timez.
The lyrics, which link to the story’s message of facing one’s own weakness while gradually looking forward and moving ahead, make it a moving piece to listen to.
I want to shout that I love youBAAD
The opening theme song of the long-beloved anime Slam Dunk.
It’s a famous track that many people know.
Even those who haven’t seen the anime may have heard this song.
It’s a love song that expresses the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love, so please give it a listen.
karmaBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s the legendary masterpiece used as the opening theme for Tales of the Abyss—one that even people unfamiliar with the anime have likely heard at least once.
The lyrics faithfully reflect the story’s content, and even those who haven’t seen the main work will be moved by their depth.
For those who do know the story, listening while recalling “that scene” may bring you to tears.
I long to see you now.MISIA
It’s famous as the ending theme for the popular drama “JIN.” I don’t think there are few people who shed tears when they heard this song after finishing an episode.
It’s such an impactful song that, once you hear it, its addictive quality won’t leave your head.
far awayRita
Used as an insert song in the second season of Little Busters!, it played during one of the most moving scenes in the series, so I think many people were brought to tears.
The same song plays in the same scene in both the anime and the game, and even knowing the outcome, I can’t help but cry when I hear it.