Good songs themed around love, encouragement, and life—tracks with lyrics you can relate to.

MetronomeYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Metronome

A song by Kenshi Yonezu that portrays how two hearts that once looked toward the same future gradually drift apart.

This track is included on the album “Bremen,” released in October 2015.

Comparing the couple’s relationship to the tempo marked by a metronome, it describes the bittersweet feeling of their steps, once in sync, slowly falling out of rhythm.

It mirrors the emotional rift that can slowly develop in a marriage, doesn’t it? Even after parting, the wish to keep living in the same rhythm and perhaps meet again someday is something that resonates with those who have faced a major decision.

Doesn’t this song make you feel that you don’t have to force yourself to forget the past, and that it’s okay to embrace the time you walked together and keep living on?

loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

This is a work released in October 2016 that became a massive hit as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job,” in which he himself appeared.

The dance that turned into a social phenomenon also became a huge topic, didn’t it? The song carries a warm message characteristic of Gen Hoshino, affirming various forms of love without being bound by convention or form.

The lyric phrase “Go beyond being husband and wife” seems to bless two people as they move past their previous steps and try to build a new relationship.

Its buoyant sound tells us that true happiness lies in the routines of everyday life.

It’s a captivating track that gently encourages those who once lost their way in love but now wish to share life with someone again.

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Velvet Poem

There is a gemlike ballad by back number—known for lyrics and melodies that shake the heart—created as the theme song for the film Akira and Akira.

Shimizu Iyori’s voice, singing like a prayer and wishing that his laid-bare self could be seen as something beautiful, sinks deep into the chest.

The piece quietly yet powerfully seems to cheer on those who, despite their anguish and inner conflicts, keep moving toward their goals.

This moving song was released in August 2022 and was later included on the acclaimed album Humor.

Premiering alongside the film, it became beloved by many, debuting at No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Download Songs chart—a sign that its impact has resonated widely.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you’re wavering over a major life decision or need a gentle word of encouragement.

It will surely echo deep within your heart and give you the strength to take a step toward tomorrow.

It’s your faultAYANE

AYANE / It's Your Fault (Lyric Video)

A heartfelt pop number that sings of the complex emotions of love.

It’s a track by AYANE, a singer-songwriter from the Kansai region, released digitally in May 2025.

As the third installment in her consecutive digital single project, this release is drawing attention.

Featuring a lively rhythm and catchy melodies, it boasts a refined sound that sets it apart from her previous work.

The lyrics, written by AYANE herself, portray the conflicts and bittersweet feelings of love, inviting listeners’ empathy.

It’s a song you’ll want to play when you’re struggling with romance or feeling a haze of emotions.

sparkleSana

Sana – sparkle [Official Video]

This is a track released for streaming in May 2025 by Sana, an artist who captivates many fans with her transparent whispery voice.

She wrote and composed the song herself, with arrangement by Aruku Hito, mixing by Sei Yoneda, and mastering by utako—an accomplished and trusted production team.

It marks her first new digital single since “Capsule” in November 2022.

While rooted in pop, the sound incorporates elements of electronica and ambient, and the lyrics sensitively depict the subtle emotions and everyday scenes that resonate deeply.

Recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in Sana’s uniquely enveloping vocals and the soothing world created by her richly layered music.

Trapped10-FEET

Trapped

This is a 10-FEET song that appeared in January 2004 as a track on the single “REALIFE” and was also included on their major-label debut album of the same name released that year.

It is said to embody their resolve as they expanded their activities from the indie scene to the major stage.

Set to an energetic sound, the lyrics convey gratitude, self-reflection, and the weight of life’s choices.

The self-sacrificing love portrayed here—taking on sorrow oneself while delivering joy to you—can’t help but stir the heart.

When you’re facing a major decision, this song will surely give you a powerful push forward.

Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS 'Rose of Passion' [6th Single (1990/7/25)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Jyounetsu no Bara

A timeless anthem of encouragement sung by the legendary rock band THE BLUE HEARTS.

Sometimes the answer is right in front of us, yet we overthink things and lose sight of it, don’t we? This song blasts away that mental fog and powerfully reminds us that “what truly matters is right within your heart.” Released in July 1990, it’s also famous for having made a big splash as the theme song for the TV drama “High School Graffiti 2.” It’s the perfect track when you need the courage to take on a challenge or when your confidence is starting to waver.

Give it a listen and let the passion hidden in your heart burst into bright, blazing flame!