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. Tracks with lyrics you can relate to (251–260)
50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism
It’s a pop tune that sings, “Cherishing yourself is wonderful.” Released in December 2024 by Official HIGE DANDism, it was written as the theme song for the film Cells at Work.
Its comforting, piano-forward sound and relatable lyrics are the highlights.
The lyrics will especially resonate with those who want to break free from excessive competition and the pressure to always push themselves.
After listening, why not make some time to be kind to yourself?
ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official Hige Dism, a four-piece piano pop band dominating the J-POP scene with an overwhelming pop sensibility that makes even complex arrangements feel effortless.
Chessboard, released as a double A-side with Nichijo, is their 6th single and was written as the set piece for the Junior High School division of the 90th NHK All-Japan School Choir Competition.
Its message—that with experience, your dreams and your path forward come into focus—will surely leave a strong impression on students with bright futures.
With a gently paced beat and a catchy melody that lingers in the ear, it’s a moving pop tune that stirs the heart.
SharonOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism’s songs are characterized by warm, empathetic lyrics and comfortable melodies.
This work is a mid-tempo rock number that depicts the feelings of a protagonist struggling with growing apart from their family amid busy days.
Released digitally in July 2024, it was selected as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Mountain Doctor.” It is also included on the album “Rejoice,” and is a track packed with the band’s appeal.
It’s a piece that resonates with those juggling the demands of work and family.
Everyday lifeOfisharu Higedan Dism
Among Official HIGE DANDism’s songs, “Nichijou” was released as a double A-side single together with “Chessboard,” whose music video had been unveiled first.
The track was written as the theme song for the TV program “news zero,” for which the band members have themselves once been followed in a close-up feature.
The lyrics depict someone who feels gloomy about tomorrow—something many working adults and students can likely relate to.
Yet it goes on to convey the message that, while there are plenty of tough moments, small happenings can make you look forward to the next day, and that everyone is living out their own everyday life.
Listening to the song gives you a gentle, embracing sense of comfort.
HappinessOmoinotake
Omoinotake is a three-piece band whose vocalist, Reo Fujii, delivers an emotional voice that tugs at your heart.
Their song “Shiawase” (Happiness) lives up to its title, overflowing with euphoria, and it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Horimiya -piece-.
Fujii’s vocals and the synthesizer tones are soothing to the ear, sweet-and-sour and youthful, stirring up a deeply emotional mood in this love song.
You can feel the full force of that straightforward yet aching “I love you.”
hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake
Omoinotake’s music has the power to move listeners across generations.
This song, written as the theme for the drama “Eye Love You,” expresses feelings for someone far away.
With its refreshing groove and emotional lyrics, it drew major attention immediately upon its release in February 2024.
It’s also included on the album “Pieces,” where it has earned strong support from fans.
Overflowing with affection for someone dear, this track is recommended when you want to feel the bonds with a lover, family, or friends.
Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody are sure to warmly embrace your heart.
GOLDPEOPLE 1
It’s an empowering, strong-willed message song that gives you the strength to live for tomorrow.
Created by the popular band PEOPLE 1—known for tracks like “DOGLAND”—it was released in April 2023 and chosen as the opening theme for the anime Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.
The lyrics compellingly depict the relationship between the protagonist Bojji and his best friend Kage.
The rolling, driving groove is quintessentially PEOPLE 1.
It’s a pop number that blends intensity and style to perfection.
