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 whose lyrics you can relate to (211–220)
The true soundKOKIA
This is a song by KOKIA that calls on listeners to tune in to their true inner voice when they feel they’re losing sight of the meaning or purpose of life.
It urges us to face the part of ourselves that gets swept along by a superficial world and to reexamine our fundamental values.
With a translucent vocal and a beautiful piano melody that soaks into the heart, the piece feels like a cry from the depths of the soul.
Included on the album “moment,” released in May 2011, this work stands as a symbol of KOKIA’s musical maturity and has deeply moved many listeners.
It’s a song that offers companionship to those who feel lonely or anxious and are on the verge of losing their sense of purpose, and to anyone seeking a path that is true to themselves.
Night MusicMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that gently envelops the solitary moments of facing oneself in the stillness of the night.
The longing to be loved, the desire to convey the pain buried deep within the heart—yet being unable to put it into words…
Such tender, aching emotions are expressed through delicate melodies and a dreamlike soundscape.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in January 2024 as the theme song for the film “Silent Love,” the track drew a huge response, surpassing 100 million streams on Billboard Japan.
On nights when you can’t face your own weakness, or when your heart feels like it’s about to break, let this song stay by your side—it will surely bring you solace.
Resolution on the Seventh DayUVERworld
Based on a scene seen in a dream, this moving song questions the fragility of life and the meaning of living.
It speaks as if to remind us that “even in an imperfect state, people can find happiness” and that “change can begin right at this very moment.” Released in June 2014 as UVERworld’s 26th single, it was also included on the album Ø CHOIR and reached No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart.
In live performances, it is positioned as a key track that creates a sense of unity with the audience.
This work gently stands by those who feel uncertain about their own worth or struggle to take the first step toward change.
counting songamazarashi
A song that carefully counts each event in a life, reexamining its joys and sorrows.
The lyrics weave in the disillusionment felt while trying to live decently as a human being, the difficulty of continuing to trust others, and the importance of having someone with whom you can share your burdens—and it’s impossible not to feel deep empathy.
This work was released in February 2017 and is included on the album “Message Bottle.” When you’re on the verge of losing sight of your purpose or feeling profound loneliness, its warm voice will gently stay by your side and soothe your heart.
LIFEkimaguren
It’s a cheering song that gives you courage when you’re unsure about your way of life and feel like your heart is about to break.
Released in May 2008 as Kimaguren’s second major-label single, this piece is a classic whose refreshing acoustic guitar and the duo’s harmonies resonate deeply.
It warmly portrays people who, even while losing sight of their true selves, keep searching for the meaning of life.
Embracing the sense of difficulty and loneliness that everyone carries, this song offers a chance to reclaim your authentic self.
When you feel on the verge of losing your sense of purpose, it will gently nudge you forward.
magicSEKAI NO OWARI
This is the song “Magic” by the band SEKAI NO OWARI, also known by the nickname SekaOwa.
The song is actually a cover of a track by a band called Hawaiian6, to which vocalist Fukase added lyrics and arrangement.
With outstanding vocal ability, they sing a uniquely sparkling worldview.
The contrast with the slightly dark lyrics makes it all the more addictive.
A bouquet for meAdo
A heartwarming pop song themed around self-esteem and gratitude.
Released digitally in March 2025, it was featured as the commercial song for Coca-Cola’s canned coffee brand “Georgia.” HoneyWorks’ refreshing melodies blend perfectly with Ado’s powerful vocals.
While shining a light on days that make you want to sigh, it reminds us of the importance of recognizing small joys and each other’s efforts.
Like your first cup in the morning, this rock tune energizes the start of your day.
One listen will leave you feeling refreshed!