A rainy love song. A love song perfect for a rainy day.

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Rain - Miyuki Nakajima [cover]

It is a quintessential heartbreak song by Miyuki Nakajima, evoking a poignant scene of a helpless farewell.

Originally written in November 1978 as a song for Rumiko Koyanagi, she performed it at that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

The following year, Nakajima rearranged it in a folk style and included it on her first self-cover album, “Okaerinasai.” The profound despair of being betrayed by a lover, and the loneliness like being struck by cold rain, are sung over a quiet and beautiful melody.

When you want something to gently stay close to an unhealed wound in your heart, isn’t this a work that makes you want to listen closely to that pain?

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Aimer “Ref:rain” MUSIC VIDEO (5th albums “Sun Dance” and “Penny Rain” released simultaneously on Wednesday, 2019/04/10)

Aimer’s husky yet fragile voice, delicate enough to seem breakable, seeps into the heart.

This work beautifully portrays the emotion of quietly gazing at feelings that never reached their destination, layering regrets of days gone by over the ceaseless rain.

The repeating piano motif feels as if it mirrors the mind’s looping thoughts.

Released in February 2018 as her 14th single, the song was used as the ending theme for the anime “After the Rain.” It’s a track that gently stays by your side on a rainy day when you want to drift into thought, or on a night when you wish to sink into the sentiments hidden deep within your heart.

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Ren – Passing Shower (Music Video)

Ren is a singer-songwriter who mainly works on social media, with a singing voice that conveys gentleness within strength.

The song “Passing Shower,” released on November 22, 2023, was produced as part of the promotion for the novel “Love, Obsession, People Die.” Its delicate ensemble, tinged with shadow, links exquisitely with lyrics that evoke a certain sense of danger.

It’s a sentimental pop tune, marked by a fragile yet spacious melody and sound that leave a lasting impression.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Kannai – Hydrangea [OFFICIAL AUDIO]

This is a song by Kyanai that candidly portrays the complex state of mind of someone who cheated, using the transience of flowers blooming in a rain-soaked city as a motif.

The lyrics, where self-justification shifts the blame for love onto the other person while inner conflict swirls, leave a powerful impression on listeners.

Released in May 2022, this ambitious work sings about romance from a bold new perspective.

It skillfully employs the language of flowers that bloom during the rainy season to poetically depict the fading of a once-pure love.

It’s a recommended track for moments when you want to face complicated romantic feelings while listening to the sound of rain, or when you want to reflect deeply on the contradictions of human relationships.

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【imase】Rainy Driver（Official Audio）

Set against a rainy-day drive, this gem by imase delicately portrays the subtle dynamics and emotional shifts between lovers.

The rain that starts after crossing the Shuto Expressway mirrors the cold distance growing between the two, sensitively expressing the moment when a once-sunny relationship begins to cloud over.

The frustration of trying to convey your feelings only to be met with feigned indifference, and the hope that two parallel lines might one day converge, resonate alongside the sound of the rain.

Featured on the May 2024 album “Bonsai,” this track is highly recommended for anyone struggling with the instability of love or those who want to savor the special atmosphere of a rainy day.

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Sonar Pocket “Autumn Rain” [Lyric Video]

Released in 2022, Sonar Pocket’s “Akisame” (“Autumn Rain”) is a ballad that depicts the pain of a broken heart.

One of Sonar Pocket’s appeals is their lyrics that resonate with listeners, and this song is no exception—many will read the words, relate them to their own experiences, and feel deeply moved.

The autumn rain referenced in the title is evocatively portrayed throughout the lyrics, further emphasizing the story’s sadness and sense of helplessness.

The reflections on their time together, filled with regret, and the depiction that the beloved person is no longer by their side make your chest tighten involuntarily.

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Hane Keisuke

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Love Like Rain / Yufu Sekka [UTAU HIPHOP]

This is a work by Magurojuice that beautifully blends delicate ambient sounds woven from the patter of rain with a rhythmic beat.

Released in June 2017, it features Yukika Yufu’s crystal-clear vocals and an immersive sound design that leaves a strong impression.

The lyrics, filled with feelings for someone who is no longer here, quietly seep into the depths of your heart.

It’s perfect for calming your mind during the damp, rainy season.

Why not gaze at the raindrops streaming down the window and listen in quiet contemplation?