DREAMS COME TRUE’s Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

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DREAMS COME TRUE – “Like You”

This is a song by DREAMS COME TRUE that seems to express a strong admiration for someone whose back you’ve long followed, along with feelings of gratitude.

Its lively sound blends the tones of piano, strings, and percussion, and you can feel a sense of strength emerging from its gentle tempo.

While reflecting on memories of those who have supported you and your family, it portrays a powerful wish to become like that person.

It doesn’t specify exactly who the person is, but the enveloping gentleness suggests the image of a mother’s strength.

It would be perfect as a song that conveys thanks to a mother, evoking the image of Mother’s Day.

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DREAMS COME TRUE – Happy! Fun! I Love You! (from DWL2007 Live Ver.)

Although it was released as the B-side to “Ureshi Hazukashi Asagaeri” in 1989, thanks to tie-ins with commercials and films—and even a novel based on the song—many people are likely familiar with this track.

It’s a very happy love song that celebrates the joy of meeting your destined partner, and it’s a crowd-pleaser at live shows.

The power of love is truly incredible—it suddenly brings color to the world and makes you feel like you can do anything.

If you’ve ever been in love, you probably know exactly what I mean!

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DREAMS COME TRUE “It Starts Here!”

Brimming with dynamic rhythm and a powerful melody, this track serves as a heartwarming anthem that, while a theme song for an ekiden relay race, also celebrates life’s challenges, hard work, and those taking a bold new step forward.

DREAMS COME TRUE fuse ’80s disco sounds with Latin grooves into a lively arrangement that gently pushes listeners onward.

The song was released digitally ahead of time in January 2025 and was later included as a single in March of the same year as the theme song for the “ACN EXPO EKIDEN 2025 Commemorating the Osaka-Kansai Expo.” It’s a buoyant tune that, when played during practice for school sports days or athletic festivals, naturally sparks a sense of camaraderie with teammates and a renewed determination to reach your goals.

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It’s a timeless song that wraps a farewell with a loved one in warm hope.

Created by the pop duo DREAMS COME TRUE, the track layers Miwa Yoshida’s powerful vocals over a wistful melody, evoking not only loneliness but also the promise of meeting again.

The pure chorus sung by children further heightens the emotional impact of the story.

After being included on the album “AND I LOVE YOU,” it was released as a single in February 2008 and chosen as the theme song for the film “ONE PIECE Episode of Chopper Plus: Bloom in the Winter, Miracle Sakura.” Commissioned directly by the original author, it was crafted into a moving piece that closely matches the film’s worldview.

It’s a song that gives you the courage to look ahead during graduation and departure seasons.

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Dizziness (from DCT-TV special WINTER FANTASIA 2009 ~ DCTgarden “THE LIVE!!!”)

An exquisite ballad perfect for spring, portraying a profound sense of loss so deep it makes your body waver.

Created by DREAMS COME TRUE, who continue to lead the Japanese music scene, it’s included on their album THE LOVE ROCKS, released in February 2006.

The song was produced as the theme for the TV Asahi drama special “Ai to Shi o Mitsumete” (“Gazing at Love and Death”).

Miwa Yoshida’s deeply expressive vocals and Masato Nakamura’s minimalist, subtractive arrangement—both mirroring the story’s gravitas—leave a lasting impression.

How about listening to a track that gently accompanies those trying to overcome the pain of heartbreak?

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DREAMS COME TRUE – I Hope It’s Sunny (from DWL 2011 Live Ver.)

A gentle, lyrical song that weaves together childhood memories and growth.

Released by DREAMS COME TRUE in October 1992, this piece captured the hearts of many as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Hirari.

Warm memories of time spent with family in nature—like hiking in the mountains and playing in streams—are portrayed over a calm melody.

The transition from being a child supported by her father to becoming independent and supporting her own family now is especially striking.

Included on the album The Swinging Star, the song evokes the landscapes of Miwa Yoshida’s hometown, Ikeda in Hokkaido, and is perfect for a springtime drive, sure to lift your spirits.

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[266] The Decisive Battle Is on Friday / DREAMS COME TRUE (full/lyrics) covered by SKYzART

An undisputed classic by DREAMS COME TRUE.

It blows away those weekend blues.

The bright, rhythmic melody and Miwa Yoshida’s powerful vocals are sure to fill your heart with energy.