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

Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

This is a bittersweet yet warm song that begins with a simple acoustic guitar tone.

It conveys the weight carried by the words “I love you,” intertwining a moving expression of deep love with the meaning of singing as a performer—truly a masterpiece.

Released in November 1997, its heartfelt vocals and universal message captured many hearts despite its simple sound.

It was chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Lu Over the Wall,” and has been embraced by even more listeners across generations.

With Kazuyoshi Saito’s characteristically warm vocals and memorable melody, it’s easy to sing at karaoke and is recommended when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or sing with heartfelt emotion.

EurekaHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Eureka [Official Video]

This song conveys Gen Hoshino’s new musical challenge, exploring his true self without losing his footing.

Released in January 2025, it was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Madoka, 26, Doing Her Residency!” Blending jazz and soul elements, it pairs a sound rich in nuance with lyrics that reflect on his past.

Its message—“Become the person you want to be”—is sure to be a source of comfort.

Perfect for those who want to cherish the small discoveries and joys of everyday life.

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.

periodIshizaki Hyuui

Huwie Ishizaki – Period

Woven with a gentle singing voice, this spring ballad is a gem that depicts the delicate emotions where hope and farewell intersect.

While carrying the loss of heartbreak, the wavering resolve to take a new step forward is expressed in delicate words.

Huwie Ishizaki’s tender vocals and skillful word choice resonate deeply with listeners.

The song is included on the album “Huwie Best,” released in March 2018, and its music video—featuring actor Masaki Suda—became a hot topic.

It’s a track that stays close to those who feel both excitement and anxiety during the season of change that comes with spring and the start of a new life.

It gently embraces the hearts of those striving to overcome the pain of a broken heart and move forward.

aspiration; longing; ardent desireFukuyama Masaharu

Masaharu Fukuyama – Wishful Longing (Inspire Movie for the film “If Only I Could Meet You Again at the Hill Where That Flower Blooms”) *NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen performance song

Masaharu Fukuyama is a singer-songwriter who also exudes a top-tier presence as an actor, gaining popularity through the gap between his cool looks and cute personality.

His 9th digital single, “Sobo,” is a ballad written as the theme song for the film “My Happy Marriage at the Hill Where the Flowers Bloomed” (Ano Hana ga Saku Oka de, Kimi to Mata Deaetara).

The lyrics evoke scenes of two people drawn to each other yet torn apart by cruel circumstances, conjuring an image of an era when people staked their very lives on love—leaving the heart aching.

It’s a moving song that portrays the preciousness and fragility of life and feelings.

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An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata “An Always-Unfinished Love Song” Music Video

Written specifically as the theme song for the film “A Love Letter on Our 35th Year,” this gem of a ballad gently and warmly portrays a love that deepens with the passage of time.

Motohiro Hata’s clear, luminous vocals resonate as if tenderly enveloping feelings for a cherished person.

The track began streaming in February 2025, and a CD single was released in March ahead of the film’s premiere.

The movie depicts a husband who, upon retiring, struggles to write a love letter to his wife; accompanying the protagonist’s emotions, Hata carefully weaves his words like a letter.

It’s a song we recommend to anyone who, in the course of days shared with someone precious, has rediscovered the profound significance of their presence.

Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya

Mariya Takeuchi – Let Me Give You a Song (Official Music Video)

A heartwarming encouragement song has just been born.

Mariya Takeuchi’s gentle voice closely accompanies those struggling with worries.

The lyric “Everyone is full of worries” evokes deep empathy in listeners.

Released in August 2024, this piece also serves as the theme song for the drama “Subarashikya, Sensei!” Her harmony with Erika Ikuta is beautiful, resulting in a truly heartwarming track.

It’s the perfect song for cheering up a downcast friend or giving yourself courage.

Through the power of music, it helps you notice the love and happiness around you—a truly wonderful song.