Recommended BGM: A collection of songs you’ll want to listen to for remote work and tasks

RustYussef Dayes feat. Tom Misch

Yussef Dayes feat. Tom Misch – Rust [Official Video]

This piece by Yussef Dayes and Tom Misch is a track you’ll want to play while studying or working.

Included on the album “Black Classical Music,” it was released in September 2023.

Characterized by intricate drum fills and a solid groove, its pitch-down guitar weaves a distinctive melody.

With a spiritual touch, the song flows smoothly through emotions and ideas, sparking the listener’s imagination.

It’s perfect for moments when you want to focus or need fresh inspiration.

Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience musicality that transcends the boundaries of jazz.

Danny BoyAirurando min’yō

Celtic Woman – Danny Boy

Known as a beautiful ballad imbued with Irish tradition, this piece is characterized by a heart-touching melody and moving lyrics.

Singing of feelings for someone far away and the wish to reunite, its words are sure to resonate with many.

The lyrics, written in 1910 by a British lawyer, have been loved across generations.

It’s also perfect as background music for remote work or studying, with a clear, gentle tone that soothes the mind.

An ideal track for those who are prone to stress or want to boost their concentration.

Code Blue (from “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Emergency Lifesaving”)Satō Naoki

From the drama “Code Blue -Doctor Heli Emergency Lifesaving-” — Code Blue ~the same spirit ORCHESTRA POSSIBLE

Composed by Naoki Sato, this piece captivates listeners with its tense development and moving melody.

Featured on the soundtrack of the drama “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Kinkyū Kyūmei,” it brilliantly conveys the tension of the medical setting and the emotional arcs of the characters.

Released in September 2014, the track’s grand soundscape—born from the harmony of piano and strings—inspires a positive mindset.

It’s ideal not only as background music for remote work or tasks, but also when you’re feeling stressed or need a change of pace.

If you want to focus on work or study, or calm your mind, immerse yourself in the world of this song.

Cold Little HeartMichael Kiwanuka

Michael Kiwanuka – Cold Little Heart (Official Video)

A roughly 10-minute epic that begins with a grand opening.

It expresses inner conflict and self-loathing through profound lyrics and an emotionally rich vocal performance.

Included on Michael Kiwanuka’s album “Love & Hate,” released in July 2016, it was used as the theme song for the HBO series Big Little Lies.

Its unique sound world—melding soulful resonance with rock elements—is a track best savored in a quiet night or a calm café.

Recommended for those who value time spent facing themselves.

For TomorrowSeizuka Shinya

Shinya Kiyozuka – For Tomorrow (TBS Friday drama “Kounodori” (2017) main theme)

When you want to focus on work or study but your mind just won’t sharpen, I recommend this piece by Shinya Kiyozuka.

Created in October 2017 as the main theme for the drama “Kounodori,” it features a soothing blend of classical and pop elements.

Its warm melody gently embraces small joys and sorrows, offering comfort, encouragement, and hope to the listener.

When you want to heal a tired heart or boost your motivation, give this track a listen.

It will surely make you feel, “If I can get through this hardship now, I’ll definitely gain something from it!”

SummerHisaishi Joe

Joe Hisaishi – Summer

This piece, one of Joe Hisaishi’s signature works, is a heartwarming composition that evokes summer scenes and a sense of nostalgia.

Its distinctive phrase, reminiscent of a school chime, gives listeners a familiar impression.

Since its release in 1999 as part of the soundtrack for the film “Kikujiro,” it has been beloved by many.

In May 2000, it was also included—under the Joe Hisaishi Ensemble name—on the album “Shoot The Violist,” and has been performed in various versions.

This work calms a busy mind during studying or tasks and brings a peaceful feeling.

In a quiet room, or in the corner of a small café, why not let this piece color your time?