Popular Moving Songs Ranking [2026]

1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism71rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – 1,150,000-Kilometer Film [Official Audio]

This song, whose lyrics compare life to a single roll of film and express a wish to keep recording each day with a loved one, is deeply moving.

Official HIGE DANDism’s overflowing expressions of love for the partner cast as the lead have continued to resonate with listeners.

Included on the 2018 album “Escaparade,” it enjoys immense popularity despite being an album track.

In 2020, it was selected as the theme song for the film “Love Me, Love Me Not” and was also familiar as the music for a ROHM Co., Ltd.

commercial.

Brimming with warmth that feels like a blessing for two people walking into the future together, it’s a perfect match for wedding videos and proposals.

When you want to savor irreplaceable moments with someone special, give it a listen.

27SUPER BEAVER72rank/position

SUPER BEAVER「27」LIVE MV

A rock anthem that portrays growth and inner conflict, where poignancy and strength coexist.

Known as one of SUPER BEAVER’s signature songs, it was included on the album “27” and released in June 2016.

It was also featured as an insert song in the film “The 100th Love With You,” earning broad support across generations.

The lyrics capture the mindset of reaching the milestone age of 27, vividly depicting the moment of stepping into adulthood.

Drawing on past experiences and failures as nourishment, this work gives you the courage to keep moving forward.

It’s a song that gently pushes the backs of those who, while struggling and wavering in life, still want to advance.

Chronostasiskinoko teikoku73rank/position

Kinoko Teikoku – Chronostasis (MV)

This song portrays a moment when time seems to stop for lovers strolling through the city at night at a relaxed tempo.

As the BPM of 83 suggests, the walking pace—buoyed by the joy of the moment and the reluctance to go home—governs the rhythm of the entire track.

Its appeal lies in the dreamy sound created by a groove influenced by reggae and hip-hop and the transparent vocals of Chiaki Sato.

The track was included on the 2014 album “Fake World Wonderland,” and gained renewed attention among Gen Z after being featured in the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.” It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone who has experienced those ordinary yet special moments, like spending a night after buying beer at a convenience store.

Circle of Thanksayaka74rank/position

Ayaka / The Circle of Thanks Music Video

This is a heartwarming pop number that conveys gratitude straight to those around you.

Created by Ayaka, a singer-songwriter from Osaka Prefecture, it was released digitally in 2013.

It was reportedly written for Nestlé’s campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of KitKat’s launch in Japan.

Ayaka’s feelings about the power of the word “thank you” are woven into the lyrics, and together with her gentle vocals, they resonate deeply.

Listening to this song may give you the courage to express the gratitude that’s hard to say in everyday life.

It’s a track you’ll want to give along with a gift filled with feelings for someone special.

Letterback number75rank/position

back number – Letter (full)

A wedding is a precious day that marks the start of a couple’s new life together.

This back number classic is perfect for such a special occasion.

It’s a medium-tempo ballad that honestly expresses gratitude to one’s parents, filled with memories shared between parent and child from childhood to the present.

Released in August 2015 and featured in an NTT Docomo commercial, the song’s music video stars Kanna Moriya and movingly portrays the bond between a mother and her son.

It’s recommended for anyone who wants to express heartfelt thanks to someone important.

If you give it together with a letter of gratitude to your parents, it will surely touch their hearts!

LetterSHE’S76rank/position

SHE’S – Letter【MV】

This is a heartfelt song themed around the conflicts and growth that come with human relationships.

Released as a digital single in October 2019, it was also included on the July 2020 album Tragicomedy.

The track gained significant attention as it was featured in commercials for Nintendo’s Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the Nintendo Switch Lite, and it was released as the second installment in SHE’S three-month consecutive digital single campaign.

It’s a ballad characterized by a relaxed tempo and simple arrangement, with Ryoma Inoue’s letter-like, conversational vocals resonating deeply.

It’s a recommended listen for those struggling with important relationships or looking to boost their self-esteem.

StoryAI77rank/position

AI – Story

Singer-songwriter AI, born in Los Angeles, captivates audiences with a powerful voice honed through gospel.

The lead single from her May 2005 album “Mic-a-holic Ai” is known as an enduring masterpiece of a ballad that brought her name to widespread recognition.

Opening with beautiful piano tones, the song gently stays close to the listener’s heart and delivers a strong message that you are not alone.

Its outstanding lyrics spread into households through radio and other media, and in 2014 it drew renewed attention when it was selected as the Japanese ending theme for the film Big Hero 6.

It’s a defining song of the 2000s that helps us reaffirm our bonds with the people we cherish.