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)
Hill of the Rainbow and the Sunpiyo piyo

It’s the ending theme of Ranma ½.
The lyrics are very beautiful, and listening to it as an adult really resonates with me.
Especially when I hear the second verse, I’m moved as it brings back the innocent feelings from my childhood.
Piyopiyo’s singing voice is very gentle and soothing.
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)Honma Meiko (Kayano Ai) Anjou Naruko (Toumatsu Haruka) Tsurumi Chiriko (Hayami Saori)

It’s the ending theme of Anohana.
Like the anime itself, the lyrics are heartrending and moving.
The simple, unadorned vocals further heighten the sorrow, and it brings me to tears.
I can’t help but see my own childhood in it.
I think it’s a top-tier song in the “moving/tear-jerker” category.
Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad

This song by My Hair is Bad starts with a soft, gentle tone and unfolds into a grand rock ballad.
It was released digitally in June 2024 and was written as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Ora-tachi no Kyōryū Nikki,” which premiered in August of the same year.
The lyrics tenderly embrace precious time with family and friends, meetings and farewells, and new departures.
The track is also included on the album “ghosts,” My Hair is Bad’s sixth full-length album.
It enhances the emotional scenes of the movie and is a perfect song for looking back on memories with loved ones or finding the courage to take a new step forward.
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.
When the seasons goSPEED

A masterpiece marked by a moving melody and poignant lyrics! SPEED’s clear, pure vocals convey the aching emotions that connect deep within the heart.
Released in February 1999 as the theme song for the film “Doraemon: Nobita’s Spaceblazer,” this was SPEED’s first anime song.
The lyrics, which sing of the preciousness of continuing to love and of feelings for someone dear, resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you sense the changing seasons or find yourself wanting to remember someone important.
It’s sure to stay close to your heart.
The world calls it love.Sambomasutā

This is the theme song of the drama Train Man.
Sambomaster is guaranteed to be emotional no matter what you listen to, but I always end up coming back to this song.
At times gentle, at times like a shout, its unadorned lyrics make it a song that simply lifts your spirits when you listen.
Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu

A gemlike ballad that gently portrays the beauty of walking through life with the one you love.
The warm poetic world woven by Masaharu Fukuyama offers deep insights into marriage and the bonds of family.
Unchanging love across the years, the quiet happiness of everyday life, and hopes for the future—these elements blend beautifully in this heartwarming song.
Released in August 2011, it was featured as the theme song for the wedding magazine Zexy’s TV commercial and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was certified Million by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
A heartwarming track that lets you feel the ties of family.


