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

For now,Galileo Galilei

Galileo Galilei – For Now, For the Time Being (Official Music Video)

A coming-of-age love song that emotionally captures the delicate feelings of adolescence.

It’s a track by Galileo Galilei, a rock band from Hokkaido, released in April 2025 as a tie-in for the original art exhibition of the popular manga “Blue Box.” The airy, translucent vocals and lyrical guitar sound seem to gently embrace the hazy emotions lingering in your heart.

It’s a song that will resonate with anyone who struggles to put their feelings into words in love, or who is troubled by the distance between themselves and the one they care about.

Dinner Songtuki.

tuki. “Banquet Song” Official Music Video

Woven into song with the ache of bittersweet love, tuki.’s music resonates across genders and generations.

This work carefully portrays the inner conflicts born from repeated partings and renewals with a loved one, gently expressing affection and gratitude toward the other person.

Released in September 2023, it also drew attention with an acoustic version featuring Yuuri in December of the same year.

The stirring vocals and melody are perfect for karaoke; performing it at school festivals or gatherings with friends—any moment when you want to share feelings—will surely strike a deep chord with listeners.

Its warm atmosphere and clear, transparent vocal quality will gently envelop the room.

You don’t listen to rock.aimyon

Aimyon – You Don’t Listen to Rock [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

While it’s a love song about aching, bittersweet feelings, it’s also sprinkled with playful touches that are sure to bring a smile—one of Aimyon’s signature tracks.

The protagonist’s desire to close the distance with someone through their favorite music is expressed with skillful metaphors, such as comparing it to a racing heartbeat.

Released as a single in August 2017, the song is also included on the album “Seishun no Excitement.” In 2021, the B-side track “Seishun to Seishun to Seishun” was featured in a Kirin Beer “Tanrei Green Label” commercial, where its acoustic version drew attention.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to convey their feelings through music or who are nurturing a growing crush.

As a love song that resonates with students as well, it’s definitely worth a try.

Love and stuff like that.riria.

Riria. / Love, etc. [Music Video]

This song, woven with a gentle story, was written as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Saint Who Was Too Perfect and Got Her Engagement Broken Off Is Sold to a Neighboring Country.” It will be released as a digital single in April 2025.

In close step with the anime’s protagonist, Philia, it carefully portrays growth in a new environment and the importance of bonds.

The combination of a soft soundscape and an emotional vocal performance is also wonderful, making it incredibly pleasant to listen to.

Please take your time and give it a relaxed listen.

IdeaHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Idea (Official Video)

This is a song by Gen Hoshino released in August 2018, which served as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Half, Blue.” It’s a track that conveys the importance of living positively, carrying a powerful message about using the strength of ideas to forge a path even in difficult situations.

Its distinctive sound—where a pop, catchy melody is beautifully balanced with electronic beats and acoustic elements—leaves a strong impression.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to carve out your life with fresh ideas, especially when you’re feeling emotionally worn out, making it perfect for relieving stress.

It’s highly recommended for karaoke when you want a boost of energy, need to face forward and do your best, or are ready to take on a new challenge.

If it’s not a dream, then what is it?Little Glee Monster

If it's not a dream, then what is it?

It’s a message song that gives you the power to live for tomorrow.

Released in May 2025 by Little Glee Monster, it was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Accomplishment.” The sincere vocals that feel as if they speak directly to the listener’s heart and the lyrics that portray honest emotions leave a strong impression.

The lyrics carry a universal theme that gently supports the worries and doubts everyone faces.

When you want to reexamine your true self, this song is sure to have your back.

filamentUru

[Official] Uru “Filament” – Theme song for the film “When You Cry Because It’s Delicious”

A beautifully sung beacon of hope amid loneliness, Uru’s theme song for the film “When Deliciousness Brings Tears.” Its poignant portrayal of parting from a loved one and the strength to keep facing forward even while showing vulnerability is striking.

Set for release in April 2025, the song was newly written as a tie-in for the film based on Akio Morisawa’s original work.

This piece, which anyone can relate to as it reflects on someone dear while still striving to move ahead, will surely stay close to the hearts of all who feel loneliness or sorrow, gently wrapping them in its embrace.