Masterpieces that sing about various lives. Recommended popular songs.
Life is full of encounters and farewells, joy and sorrow, new challenges and trials, isn’t it?
We’ve gathered songs that fit every one of those life moments!
From tracks that celebrate new beginnings like weddings, to songs that help you stay positive when you’re stuck and struggling, pieces that bring to mind the special people you meet along the way, and songs that make you reflect on the life ahead…
We’ll introduce lots of music that will add a touch of color to your life!
Music is an inseparable part of life.
Let’s walk a vibrant path together, accompanied by all kinds of music!
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Masterpieces that sing of diverse lives. Recommended popular songs (41–50)
This is lifeKawasaki Takaya
Singer-songwriter Takaya Kawasaki, who began pursuing music in earnest after singing on stage at his high school cultural festival.
“This is Jinsei,” included on his third album, Nukumori, also drew attention for its music video, which Kawasaki says he filmed with his own body on the line.
Even when life knocks you down and things don’t go your way, the song reminds you that you still have to walk your own path—its message helps you laugh off misfortune.
With a gentle voice and melody that soothe the heart, it’s a heartwarming number.
Masterpieces that sing of diverse lives. Recommended popular songs (51–60)
Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya
This song portrays the preciousness of human encounters, bonds, and living together.
With lyrics by Mariya Takeuchi and music by Takatsugu Muramatsu, it was created as an insert song for the latter half of 2008’s NHK morning drama series “Dandan.” It expresses gratitude for being born, being raised, and being able to meet others, and it asks about the meaning of life and the value of living.
Since its release in September 2014, it has also been cherished as wedding background music and a graduation chorus piece.
Why not listen to it when you want to convey your appreciation to someone important or to celebrate a milestone in life?
Blue BirdKobukuro
Set to a refreshing melody, this heartwarming number by Kobukuro paints the small joys hidden in everyday life.
It gently sings, likening them to the bluebird of happiness, that the true bliss we often lose sight of while chasing our dreams is the bond with the ones we hold dear.
Created to mark the 10th anniversary of their debut, it was released in February 2011 as their 20th single and was also chosen as the opening theme for NHK Educational TV’s anime Bakuman.
When you’re working hard toward your goals but feeling a little worn out, give this song a listen.
It will surely make you notice the warm light right beside you and give you the courage to spread your wings toward the future once again!
MIRAIShonan no Kaze
A song by Shonan no Kaze that sings of hope for the future and the importance of friendship.
Wrapped in a warm atmosphere, the track brings back memories of time spent with friends and the support you’ve shared.
Included on the album “2022 ~Time to Shine~,” released in July 2022, this song conveys the importance of continuing to chase your dreams.
The lyrics about there being a place where everyone can shine as the main character resonate with listeners.
For those who have overcome hardships, it’s a message they can relate to.
How about singing it at karaoke while reminiscing about memories with your friends?
RESPECT MY LIFERepezen Foxx
Repezen Foxx is a music group active mainly on YouTube.
Their track “RESPECT MY LIFE” is a rap song that energizes listeners.
Throughout the song, they compare themselves and their lives to various things, delivering the lyrics with a comedic touch that makes you chuckle.
Beyond the humor, it also carries a stirring message about dreams.
Listening to it will likely boost your motivation for work or study.
signpostORANGE RANGE
There will inevitably be times in life when you don’t know where to go.
When that happens, stop moving forward for a moment and retrace the path you’ve walked.
Then you’ll surely see the signpost that shows where you should head next.
For loveOkuda Tamio
This is rocker Tamio Okuda’s debut single, released in 1994.
It’s just too cool! Okuda has said he doesn’t fuss too much over lyrics, and true to his word, this is a song you want to feel in your heart without overthinking it.
A lone middle-aged guy belts out love and thrashes his guitar—and that alone is the best.
He’s like a real-life superhero.
Be yourself, pass it on.
It gives you the courage to live life with a “Don’t sweat the small stuff” attitude.
