Songs with powerful lyrics. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
When it comes to music—especially Japanese music—there are times when the lyrics feel even more important than the melody or the ensemble.
Encountering a song that resonates with your own feelings can become a turning point in your life.
So this time, we’re introducing songs with powerful lyrics!
We’ve put together a wide-ranging list, including songs that stay by your side in tough times and songs that give you a push when you need courage.
Find the tracks that fit your present moment perfectly!
- [Power Songs] The best bright, energizing tracks that lift your spirits!
- An exhilarating song
- Timeless songs that sing of hopes and dreams. Masterpieces that lead those who strive toward the future.
- The lyrics are profoundly good. The more you listen, the more it sinks in. Masterpieces of Japanese music, recommended popular songs.
- Songs with strong messages. Classic J-Pop masterpieces and recommended popular tracks.
- Songs that give you courage. Recommended tracks that fill you with strength when you listen to them.
- Encouraging songs: timeless masterpieces that resonate with the heart, recommended popular tracks
- Power songs that fill you with energy just by listening. Recommended classics and popular tracks.
- [A Cheer for Myself] A pep song dedicated to you who are doing your very best
- Classic songs that celebrate courage. Recommended popular tracks.
- An uplifting song with great lyrics. A wonderful, memorable message that stays with your heart.
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- Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
Songs with powerful lyrics. Recommended masterpieces and popular songs (21–30)
StoryAI
A song that made AI famous.
In the Disney movie Big Hero 6, the English version featured this track.
There’s no doubt that many people were moved to tears by its powerful lyrics.
It has become a ballad loved by many.
beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko
A song by aiko, whose gentle singing voice is so captivating.
For many listeners, this track may bring back memories of a precious, unrequited love they will never forget.
It’s a beautiful masterpiece that stirs a bittersweet feeling and reminds us to cherish the encounters we have with others.
Songs with powerful lyrics. Recommended masterpieces and popular songs (31–40)
Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi
“Nada Sōsō,” composed by the Okinawan band BEGIN with lyrics by Ryoko Moriyama.
In the Okinawan dialect, “nada sōsō” is said to mean “tears falling and spilling over.” Moriyama wrote the lyrics in memory of her older brother, who passed away at a young age.
The song conveys a very strong emotion and has also become widely known as a graduation song and a heartbreak song.
Thank youikimonogakari
A classic wedding song.
It straightforwardly expresses the feeling of “thank you.” It’s a song that lets you convey gratitude not only to your parents but to all your guests.
Starting right from the intro into the chorus, it has impact, and Ikimonogakari’s powerful vocals are also captivating.
MVPIwatatakanori
A much-talked-about solo track by Takanori Iwata, who’s active as a member of J SOUL BROTHERS III and EXILE, and was also featured in the Suntory Pepsi Nama BIG ZERO LEMON commercial.
It’s a hip-hop number with a striking, powerful beat, drawing attention for its sharp rap and dance performance.
The lyrics exude confidence—as if declaring “I’m the MVP!”—and just reading them can give you courage, making it a resonant cheer song.
There are also lines that reflect on Iwata himself—his multifaceted talents as a singer, dancer, and actor—so be sure to take your time and read through the lyrics.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
A soul-stirring, powerful singing voice that makes your heart leap! This is the ultimate positive song from Superfly.
The unwavering will to dive fearlessly into the unknown and turn even adversity into strength pierces deeply into the listener’s heart.
Shiho Ochi’s energetic vocals seem to awaken the instincts hidden within.
The track debuted in June 2010 as NHK’s soccer theme song and was later included on the acclaimed album “Mind Travel.” When you’re starting a new challenge or need courage to face difficulties, listening to it gives you the power to transform into your strongest self.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
These days it’s such a national song that you could say there’s hardly anyone who doesn’t know it—it’s even included in school songbooks.
The vocal range isn’t high, making it easy to sing for all age groups.
The lyrics, which encourage aiming to be the only one rather than number one, teach us that being in first place isn’t everything.