Masterpieces that sing of regret. Recommended popular songs.
There’s a saying that life has its ups and downs, and as long as we’re living, we’re bound to have regrets.
When that happens, what do you do to bounce back?
Many people relieve stress by exercising or traveling, but listening to music to sort out your feelings is also highly recommended.
In this article, I’d like to introduce lots of songs themed around regret!
If there’s something you just can’t help regretting, try listening to music and take the next step forward.
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Masterpieces about regret: Recommended popular songs (21–30)
atonementKasamura Tōta
The songs sung by Tota Kasamura delve deeply into themes of regret and confession.
They carefully portray the small mistakes anyone can make in everyday life, while conveying a determination to keep moving forward.
The progression, imbued with powerful emotion even within a gentle atmosphere, is also striking.
Included on the album “Arukidasu no da,” the track has resonated with many—garnering over one million views on YouTube.
It’s a song that encourages self-reflection while still leaving you feeling positive.
Why not give it a listen when you want to take a fresh look at yourself?
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
Released in 2007 as the first single by Ayaka × Kobukuro.
Sparked by their collaboration on Fuji TV’s “Music Fair,” the song was co-written by the three artists and debuted at No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s a song that, amid the twists and turns of life, inspires you to believe in a single ray of light and keep moving forward.
VoyageHamasaki Ayumi
It was released in 2002 as Ayumi Hamasaki’s 28th single.
The song was used as the theme for the TBS drama “My Little Chef,” and a short film inspired by the track, “Tsuki ni Shizumu” (Sinking into the Moon), was released on October 26, 2002.
With this song, she won the 44th Japan Record Awards and the 35th Japan Cable Awards in the same year.
I can’t stop this sadnessAnri
It was released in 1983 as Anri’s 14th single.
It’s a bittersweet song about losing a boyfriend to a friend after introducing them.
The sorrow of losing both a friend and a lover overflows throughout.
The song is filled with regret over having introduced him to her friend.
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
Released in 2008 as Angela Aki’s eighth single.
It’s a song arranged from “Tegami,” which was originally written as the set piece for the junior high division of the 2008 NHK National School Music Competition, adapted for her own vocals.
A positive, encouraging song aimed at sensitive 15-year-olds who may feel lost or troubled, with lyrics that also resonate deeply with adults.
TIMEB’z
It was released in 1992 as the coupling track to B’z’s 10th single, “BLOWIN’.” In the 1990s, it was frequently performed live as a staple ballad.
The lyrics depict the bittersweet feelings of a man who realizes the importance and significance of his ex-girlfriend after their breakup and regrets losing her.
I’m sorryTakahashi Mariko
A song depicting a heartrending farewell and lingering regret, released in May 1996 by Mariko Takahashi as the theme for Tuesday Suspense Theater.
With a clear, translucent voice, it poignantly conveys the feelings of a woman who has hurt someone precious and committed an irreparable mistake.
The portrayal of regret over romantic missteps, the plea for forgiveness, and the earnest love for someone dear is deeply moving.
It is a piece that offers profound empathy to those struggling with relationships or who have experienced a painful parting.
A masterpiece that everyone who has known heartbreak or separation should hear.