Popular Moving Songs Ranking [2026]

A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru36rank/position

Hikaru Utada – A Bouquet for You

This is a ballad imbued with a warm message that gently accompanies the season of partings.

It paints a bittersweet yet beautiful scene of entrusting gratitude to a loved one and an inexpressible love to a “bouquet,” and offering it as a gift.

Released digitally in April 2016 as Hikaru Utada’s comeback work, it became familiar as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Totto-chan.

It resonated with those who had long awaited her return, earning high acclaim, including the Excellence Award at the 58th Japan Record Awards that year.

It’s perfect for moments like graduation ceremonies when you want to express thanks to teachers and friends.

This piece, which gently nudges you forward on a new path, will add color to a special day when you bid farewell with smiles through tears.

OrangeTōma37rank/position

[NicoKara] Orange [on vocal]

Vocaloid producer tohma is known for his artistic, auteur-like style.

With highly narrative songs like “The Skeleton Orchestra and Lilia,” he delivers stories to his listeners.

Among his works, the one that truly shakes the heart is “Orange,” produced in 2012.

Its warm, band-driven sound stands out, and the human-like singing of Hatsune Miku is deeply moving.

The track has an orthodox J-pop feel, making it a great recommendation for Vocaloid beginners as well.

Give this emotional number a listen—a farewell to the days spent with a lover or someone you once loved.

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horizonback number38rank/position

back number – Horizon

A gem of a ballad delivered by back number, a band that captures listeners’ hearts with poignant lyrics.

Beginning with a gentle piano melody, this song weaves a story about the pain of dreams and hopes suddenly collapsing, and the will to look forward and begin anew.

Many will find their own experiences reflected in the raw, urgent feelings—like a cry for one’s existence—born from unnoticed loneliness.

Created for high school students whose Inter-High was canceled, the song was released on YouTube in August 2020.

It’s a classic that quietly stays by your side when summer fun has passed and a faint loneliness sets in.

KanadeSukima Suichi39rank/position

Sheet Music: “Kanade” by Sukima Switch – Advanced Piano Score

It’s a masterpiece whose gentle yet heartrending emotion resonates from the very first piano intro.

It conveys the desire to express bonds with loved ones through music, transcending physical distance and the passage of time.

Featured as an insert song in the film “Rough” and as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Sotsu Uta,” it captured the hearts of many.

The serene piano melody and the richly expressive vocals blend in perfect balance, and since its release in March 2004, it became a long-running hit, charting on Oricon for 38 weeks.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to cherish it as a song of memories, or to express feelings for someone special through music.

Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki40rank/position

[Piano] Tegami ~ Haikei, Jugo no Kimi e ~ / with sheet music / Angela Aki / I tried playing it / Piano / CANACANA

An inspiring ballad that combines delicate piano tones with a powerful message.

Structured as if facing your 15-year-old adolescent self, the dialogue between your past and present resonates deeply.

The simple yet expressive piano melody beautifully conveys the lyrical worldview, and the piece became beloved as the required song for the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition’s junior high school division.

Brimming with courage and hope to listen to your inner voice and overcome any hardship, this work is recommended for those seeking their own path or wishing to confront their past selves.

Its warm timbre, gently embracing the journey of growth through difficult times, offers solace to every listener.

BouquetMIMI41rank/position

"Bouquet" / MIMI feat. KAFU

Isn’t it wonderful to have someone who supports you when you’re struggling or feeling sad? That’s the message woven into “Hanataba.” This piece was created by Vocaloid producer MIMI.

Centering on the sound of the piano, it’s crafted with a pop-jazz vibe.

It also features a rap-like section partway through, and its bright tone is uplifting for listeners.

As you listen, you’ll be reminded of the people who matter to you and feel inspired to express your gratitude anew.

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Wherever you areONE OK ROCK42rank/position

Wherever you are

The straightforward words of love make my heart swell.

It’s a song by the globally popular rock band ONE OK ROCK, included on their album “Niche Syndrome,” released in June 2010.

Taka’s emotional vocals powerfully convey a resolve to bring a smile to the other person no matter where they are, and a deep love that promises to walk together for life.

In 2016, it was featured in an NTT Docomo commercial, gaining widespread attention.

It also remains a steadfast favorite as music played at weddings, ranking first in usage in 2017.

Give it a listen when you want to deepen your bond with your partner or immerse yourself in heartfelt emotion.