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

trace (of someone/something), semblance, vestige; a lingering image or memory of how someone/something used to beShido

SID 'Omokage' Music Video

This song, which portrays the strong bond between two people separated by distance, is SID’s first new release in about three years.

Like stars shining in the night sky, it expresses the beauty of a destiny that connects hearts across distances.

Released in January 2024 as the opening theme for the Japanese-dubbed version of the anime “Heaven Official’s Blessing II,” the track features lyrics by vocalist Mao and composition by bassist Aki.

It’s a moving piece that inspires us not to forget the strength to believe in eternal love.

It may be the perfect song for moments when you want to feel the bond with someone precious, or to sense that you’re connected even when you’re far apart.

CanonShurisupeirofu

Shurispeiloff “Canon” MV

This is the second single by Shurispeiloff, a band from Hokkaido, released in December 2015.

The lyrics, penned by vocalist Eiichi Miyamoto, gently capture everyday scenes and resonate with the heart.

Shurispeiloff’s unpretentious music always stays quietly by the listener’s side.

indigoSukima Suichi

Indigo Sukima Switch

This song moved me so much that it brought me to tears.

Even if a romance doesn’t go well, having someone you love so dearly made me realize I could become stronger.

It was painful, but I feel nostalgic for those days when, despite everything, I still thought each day was fun.

Stardust StageChekkāzu

The Checkers - Starlit Stage

The Checkers are a band from Fukuoka.

After their debut in 1983, they gained idol-like popularity with their check-patterned costumes.

Hoshikuzu no Stage is a single released in 1984.

It was used as the theme song for a commercial TV drama and was also selected as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament the following spring.

Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten

Teresa Teng - Toki no Nagare ni Mi o Makase (Let It Be/As Time Goes By)

There are all kinds of things in life, but I got the impression that it’s an incredibly grand set of lyrics—not in a defeatist sense of just going with the flow of time, but in the sense of living true to oneself.

It’s heartbreaking that there’s a woman who can think this way because she loves someone, but I also think it’s incredibly cool.

Buena Gente ~To My Beloved~Naoto Intiraymi

Naoto Inti Raymi “Buena Gente ~To My Beloved~” Lyric Video

Born out of a songwriting camp in Colombia, this song was created by Naoto Inti Raymi as he confronted the profound themes of “birth,” “death,” and “life.” Blending pop elements with Latin rhythms and melodies, it’s a track filled with warmth and love.

Released in August 2024, it also has a lyric video available on YouTube.

The song expresses deep love and gratitude for someone precious, conveying the importance of cherishing the present moment.

Another charm lies in how Naoto’s characteristically bright, uplifting melody contrasts with the lyrics’ profound themes.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to reflect on the fragility of life and the nature of happiness.

If I were to fall in love once moreHiguchi Ai

Ai Higuchi / If I Were to Fall in Love Again [Official Music Video] | Ai Higuchi ‘If I Were to Fall in Love Again’

Ai Higuchi’s clear, translucent vocals vividly capture the emotions swaying between ideals and reality.

Written as the theme song for ABEMA’s popular show “Sayonara Proposal via Greece,” it was released as a digital single in September 2024.

It’s a perfect track for those struggling with love or couples thinking about marriage.

The warm, acoustic guitar–driven arrangement enhances the song’s lyrical worldview.

“Let this be my last love”—that’s the kind of romance we all long for, isn’t it?