Good songs themed around love, encouragement, and life—tracks with lyrics you can relate to.
Listening to music can lighten your heart, make you feel happy, or even make you feel accepted just as you are… Surely you’ve had moments when you thought, “I’m so glad music exists!”
And when you’re worried about something, when something great happens, or when you want to celebrate someone, you probably look for just the right song.
Besides the favorite songs you always listen to, why not try some other wonderful tracks?
In this article, our editorial team has carefully selected songs we’d love to recommend to you as truly great tunes!
We hope you find the perfect song that suits you!
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Good songs themed around love, encouragement, and life. Songs with lyrics you can relate to (151–160)
premonitionSUPER BEAVER

This is a song that gently gives you a push when you want to cherish your true self.
Released in November 2018, it was also loved by many as the theme song for the drama “We Are Made of Miracles,” starring Issey Takahashi.
Its straightforward message—affirming your authentic self and inspiring belief in bright signs for the future—resonates over a refreshing rock sound.
Brimming with the band’s confidence right after their successful performance at the Nippon Budokan, it’s a powerful anthem that feels like it could attract good fortune just by listening.
Give it a try when you’re ready to take a new step forward!
Good Luck!SixTONES

This is a cheer song written for the drama “Saisho wa Paa,” starring Jesse from SixTONES.
Released in November 2022, it might be the poppiest and freshest-sounding track in SixTONES’ history.
It carries a straightforward message to everyone chasing their dreams: keep moving forward just as you are.
With the songwriter having deeply studied the group while creating the piece, it radiates a power that lifts your spirits just by listening.
It’s a song that will surely give you strength when you want to take on a challenge or when you’re feeling a little low.
Wild at Heartarashi

This is the song that gives me courage when I’m feeling down or low on energy.
Its powerful message—life only happens once, so let’s laugh, cry, and move forward with everything we’ve got; let’s walk our own path without being bound by rules made by someone else—rings in the heart over a bright rock sound.
Released in March 2012, it’s also well known as the theme song for the drama Lucky Seven starring Jun Matsumoto.
With first-week sales of 550,000 copies, it’s a classic that has energized many people.
When you want to give something your all, this lucky song gives you a gentle push forward.
SpiderTOKIO

A rock number written and composed by Tomoya Nagase, chosen as the theme song for the drama “Wanitokagegisu.” Nagase reportedly wrote it in empathy with the clumsy yet determined protagonist struggling to live.
The earnest desire to break free from everyday anxiety and loneliness rides on a straightforward band sound that resonates deeply.
Released in August 2017, this work marked a milestone for TOKIO as a five-member group.
It’s a song you can cherish as an anthem of support: when you want to change a reality that isn’t going your way, it carries a comforting warmth that gently nudges you forward.
Flower SongTOKIO

This song, which was used as the theme for the drama “Nurseman” starring TOKIO member Masahiro Matsuoka, is a refreshingly upbeat rock number that’s so quintessentially TOKIO! Released in March 2002 and also included on the album “glider,” it brims with the brightness of spring sunshine.
And the lyrics are wonderful, too! By likening it to a brave, fully blooming flower, they portray how its presence gives you courage.
Don’t you think it’s like a spell that makes ordinary days shine? It’s a great pick-me-up when you’re feeling a bit down.
umbrellaTOKIO

Written and composed by Ringo Sheena and arranged by Tokyo Jihen, this is a highly thrilling pop-rock track.
Its lyrics are deeply moving, powerfully urging a cherished person to keep moving forward, trust themselves, and not be afraid of getting hurt.
Released in September 2008, the song also served as the theme for the drama “Yasuko to Kenji,” starring band member Masahiro Matsuoka.
It holds a motivating power that gives you a strong push whenever you’re feeling uncertain.
Good songs themed around love, support, and life. Tracks with lyrics you can relate to (161–170).
Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism

If you’re seeking a heart-trembling thrill of emotion, this is the number you need to hear.
Written by Satoshi Fujihara of Official HIGE DANDism after overcoming a bitter past experience, it’s a soul-stirring anthem of encouragement.
Set to a driving melody, it teaches the importance of ignoring the noise around you, believing in your own path, and shining in your own way.
Its earnest message strikes straight to the heart and may bring a surge of emotion.
This track is included on the mini-album “Report,” released in April 2017.
Although it has no commercial tie-ins, it’s a staple at their concerts, beloved by many fans for the powerful sense of unity it creates.
If you ever feel like you’re losing yourself or need the courage to take a step forward, this song will surely give you strength—lighting a lamp in your heart and giving you the energy to move ahead.


