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!

Playlist

Songs with powerful lyrics. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		The representative works of The Elephant Kashimashi
2	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A song about the courage to give it your all
3	rainbowTakahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s cheering song of courage and hope
4	Live.NEWS		An encouraging cheer song by NEWS that gives you courage
5	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		Love songs by Mongol800
6	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE Hope Message Song
7	My core is still burning.Shin (Abe Sadao) & Fuuka (Yoshioka Riho)		Movie theme song, Aimyon's rock track
8	JitterbugELLEGARDEN		Ellegarden’s upbeat songs
9	LOVE IS THE STRONGESTMay’n		20th debut anniversary, first participation in a tokusatsu work
10	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s rock song depicting challenge and moving forward
11	revolutionMOROHA		MOROHA’s self-transformation message song
12	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song became a big hit as the theme song for Project X
13	glareWANIMA		WANIMA Encouragement Song of Courage
14	Zankyo SankaAimer		Demon Slayer OP, Aimer requested song
15	orthodox approachSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's powerful rock song
16	The world calls it love.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster’s rock song that gives you courage
17	DECIDEDUVERworld		A powerful UVERworld song from Gintama that cheers on challengers
18	a single flowerHIGH and MIGHTY COLOR		A song that inspires the strength to face adversity
19	It’s okayHilcrhyme		A song by Hilcrhyme that gives courage and a sense of reassurance
20	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		LiSA’s Demon Slayer opening theme song
21	Kimi to bokuPimm’s		Pimm’s song released in January 2019
22	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s signature ballad “Mikazuki”
23	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s “Sakura” is a graduation chorus song
24	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		The loveliness of sending a bouquet with love
25	Don’t give upZARD		An iconic song that encourages you when you face a challenge
26	I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana		Lyrics expressing lingering feelings and jealousy toward an ex, wrapped in a bittersweet longing.
27	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		Let's try a popular song from a mobile carrier commercial
28	Heretical StarOfisharu Higedan Dism		A song of courage to believe in your own path and move forward
29	StoryAI		A movie theme song ballad sung by AI
30	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Aiko’s classic unrequited love song
31	Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi		A Tearful Song for My Brother
32	Thank youikimonogakari		A song to express gratitude to parents and guests at a wedding
33	MVPIwatatakanori		Takanori Iwata’s solo song, a powerful beat-driven cheer anthem
34	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A beloved national song that teaches the importance of being one of a kind
35	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Superfly’s positive song that gives you courage and strength
36	EverythingMISIA		A song that expresses strong feelings for a loved one
37	As a personSUPER BEAVER		A ballad that sings of life's weaknesses and strengths
38	At any timeMakihara Noriyuki		An Encouragement Song to Be Yourself
39	gradationSUPER BEAVER		The subtleties of human relationships depicted by movie theme songs
40	Precious thingsROAD OF MAJOR		Lord of Major's signature song "Taisetsu na Mono"
41	I love youSUPER BEAVER		A gemlike song that sincerely conveys love and gratitude
42	NGchanmina		Chanmina, a powerful song that stays true to herself
43	Being human is nicegagaga DX		Gagaga DX delivers a powerful cover of the folktale theme
44	flashniku chomoranma		A song that sings of youth and courage
45	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		Haikyu!! opening theme that sings of the courage to challenge and move forward
46	I want to brag.SUPER BEAVER		A warm song about the desire to be someone your loved one can be proud of
47	WOKE UPXG		Fusion of 808s and Asian music, a message of self-affirmation
48	Ups&DownsCrystal Lake		A powerful anthem of hope by a metalcore band
49	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's ballad depicting bonds between people
50	The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER		A heartwarming song that embraces loneliness and inner conflict
51	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		An anthem that encourages the courage to live fully in the present
52	Butt-biting bugoshiri kajiri mushi		A cute song of the Butt-Biting Bug
53	Today -A Heart Full of Love-Miyamoto Hiroji		Hiroji Miyamoto: a love-filled theme song arrives
54	HachikōFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s new song captivates with its harmony of English and Japanese.
55	PhoenixNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s grand song of love and rebirth
56	Peter PanYuuri		A song of determination and conviction to keep pursuing one’s dreams
57	PPAPPikotarō		A global craze that went viral in a short time
58	Song of the Old Man of Nishi-ShinjukuNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A heartwarming classic that sings about the life of a clumsy father
59	Golden LionNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s fiery rock—songs that stir the soul
60	AwakeningSuperfly		PROMARE theme song: inner power and fighting spirit
61	high heatjoōbachi		A fast-paced rock song by Queen Bee
62	Sora-buneTOKIO		Miyuki Nakajima’s life-affirming anthem: forging the future by your own will
63	BrainwashingRADWIMPS		A cry from young people seeking to live in their own way
64	GuildBUMP OF CHICKEN		A masterpiece that questions the meaning of life and evokes deep empathy
65	BremenYorushika		A heartwarming piece inspired by the Town Musicians of Bremen
66	Strangerstuki.		A moving song filled with the courage to step into the future
67	At The LastSKY-HI		A powerful cheer for young people pursuing their dreams
68	whipB’z		An anthem that lashes oneself and pushes beyond the limit
69	Voice of Lifetuki.		A heartfelt ballad that profoundly sings about the meaning of life
70	GRITBE:FIRST		An ambitious single that portrays BE:FIRST's indomitable spirit
71	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A cheering song that conveys a positive spirit—courage and hope
72	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s moving masterpiece that resonates in the heart, giving people courage.
73	Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS songs with themes of human relationships
74	He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon		Aimyong’s “Marigold”: profound lyrics and reflections on life
75	SunburstShingāzuhai		A powerful rock song by Singer's High
76	soundtrackCreepy Nuts × Sugata Masaki		A moving song that touches the heart and conveys the meaning of life
77	sonetACIDMAN		A song by ACIDMAN that portrays the importance of living true to oneself
78	Shut up.Ado		Expressing a sense of discomfort with society through punk rock
79	Beautiful worldAimer		A song featuring Aimer's heartwarming vocals
80	HelloAee! group		Aぇ! group's new song: a rock number of courage and hope
81	Get OverDream		Dream November 2001 release, a gem of a fight song
82	THE AMBITIONHilcrhyme		Hilcrhyme rouses you with hot hip-hop
83	signpostIMP.		IMP song, drama theme song
84	day by dayKANA-BOON		A rock ballad that sings of the preciousness of everyday life
85	Damn flightLittle Black Dress		A moving new song that fuses youth and rock
86	REACHING FOR THE SKYMAN WITH A MISSION		MWAM’s 15th anniversary song
87	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		An uplifting song that celebrates the importance of embracing hardships and living true to yourself
88	GOD_iNumber_i		A confident and powerful cheer song that gives your heart a push
89	HIRAKEGOMANumber_i		Number_i’s new song sings of courage and hope
90	MatterONE OK ROCK		A powerful rock song by ONE OK ROCK
91	＋MatterONE OK ROCK		A song with powerful vocals and a theme of self-affirmation
92	Small RevolutionSUPER BEAVER		Singing of everyday courage and self-transformation
93	A Person Becoming a StarSUPER BEAVER		A song that questions the essence of life through life and death
94	AmbitiousSuperfly		An encouraging cheer song that delivers courage and hope
95	That’s how it always is.TENSONG		TENSONG's new song resonates with young people
96	HOWLINGXG		A powerful song that expresses unity in English lyrics
97	Charisma feat. LEX & AwichYZERR		A song that expresses street culture
98	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s signature song, a cheer anthem that portrays aspirations for dreams
99	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A cheer song-style rock track by Sambomaster
100	purplejoōbachi		A song of gratitude and hope for someone dear
101	over the topMiyamoto Hiroji		A rock song that gives you courage and the strength to move forward
102	SymphonyHirai Dai		Dai Hirai’s movie theme song love ballad
103	Why Don’t You Play in Hell?Hoshino Gen		A moving song that paints hope between life and death
104	No Limit feat. AK-69Kinashi Noritake		An attitude of continually challenging oneself beyond one’s limits
105	REVENGEUmeda Saifā		Umeda Cipher's revenge-themed rap
106	Boo…raisan		A modern person's cry from the heart in the face of criticism
107	PLAYER 1Ryokushokushakai		A message song with a strong will to move forward
108	Angel!! (Prod. KM)(sic)boy		(sic)boy releases a new song
109	Where Do We Go!Ayumu Imazu		A cheer song about growth and anxiety
110	The Show Must Go OnKen Yokoyama		The soul of punk rock and a passion for music
111	Shouted SerenadeLiSA		LiSA’s powerful song of hope
112	single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER		The courage to accept the reality that efforts may go unrewarded and move forward
113	Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS		An indie single is being re-released as a TV drama theme song
114	Frozen ButterflyWOLF HOWL HARMONY		A powerful number where a frozen butterfly melts with love
115	ROLLIN’ STONESWOLF HOWL HARMONY		A rock song that gives you the courage to face difficulties
116	DNAYENA		YENA releases a powerful rock song that likens love to DNA
117	Outlineimase		Depicting young people’s challenges in the cheer song for the National High School Soccer Championship
118	Even so, onlymiwa		A gentle singing voice that resonates in the heart—a cheer song
119	Statementyama		An encouraging song depicting hope and courage
120	Psychichashi mero		A song that depicts the challenge of unleashing one’s potential
121	Go for it!Urufuruzu		A cheer song to strive with courage and grit
122	Whether crying or laughingKetsumeishi		Accept your emotions and face forward
123	ClimalSukima Suichi		A cheering song of hope and growth by Sukima Switch
124	Liberated zonePorunogurafiti		Pornograffitti's cheering song of hope and courage
125	Horizon DreamerMiura Daichi		Daichi Miura’s game theme song: a new bluegrass-style track
126	Full Throttle feat. KREVAMiura Daichi		A cheer song by Daichi Miura and KREVA
127	SUGOI MUSICIriño Miyu		An anthem that supports you as you move into a new world by being yourself
128	More beautiful than deathtsukuyomi		Exploring the meaning of life through Tsukuyomi’s music
129	I want to be a woman.Hamano Haruki		A song that supports living true to yourself
130	The path you take to pass onShunsuke Kiyokiba		An inspirational song themed around courage by Shunsuke Kiyokiba
131	Bullseye!! My hunch was spot on!!Takehara Pisutoru		An energetic rock song cheering on the Japan national team
132	FREEDOMNishikawa Takanori with t.komuro		The Gundam theme song that sings of ideals and love
133	Set SailBE:FIRST		A support song of courage and hope from the One Piece collaboration
134	The Promised PlaceCHEMISTRY		A song by CHEMISTRY that cherishes dreams
135	rootKing Gnu		A song of effort and feelings symbolized by roots
136	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs.'s soul song that affirms your true self
137	AkariMy Hair is Bad		A heartwarming rock song that helps you face forward after exhaustion
138	50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism		To those who push themselves too hard: let’s face forward at your own pace.
139	everlasting lampPEOPLE 1		A song that depicts the feelings of a young person living by relying on a small light
140	Be yourselfSaucy Dog		A message song that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
141	be master of lifeaiko		The strength to positively overcome life's difficulties
142	NonfictionHirai Ken		A moving ballad born from a friend's death
143	Goodbye, my beloved.Hana＊Hana		A catchy, easy-to-listen-to classic by Hana*Hana
144	I am the strongest.Ado (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)		A song that gives you courage with Ado’s powerful vocals
145	LEGITINI		A powerful song by INI that cherishes their individuality
146	HinataSUPER BEAVER		Support song by SUPER BEAVER
147	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER sings about the importance of human relationships
148	horizonback number		A support song that stands by people facing setbacks
149	threadNakajima Miyuki		Bank Band covers a classic song by Miyuki Nakajima
150	To all living thingsMoriyama Naotaro		A powerful song themed around life and death
151	moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro		A beautiful, heartrending piece that soothes the soul, evoking the light of the autumn moon.
152	Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~Erusa		A Disney song became a massive hit from Frozen.