Just listening to it gives me chills! A moving song released in the Reiwa era
When you hear the phrase “moving songs,” what kinds of tracks come to mind?
Everyone experiences music differently, but there are certain songs that move just about anyone.
So this time, we’ve put together a list of emotionally stirring songs we recommend for Gen Z!
From lyrics that touch the heart to majestic atmospheres that overwhelm you, we chose songs from a wide range of perspectives.
We hope you’ll find at least one track that resonates with your sensibilities.
They’re also great picks for karaoke—so be sure to check them out!
Just listening gives me chills! Moving songs released in the Reiwa era (1–10)
Philosophy[Alexandros]
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A song by [Alexandros] featuring exhilarating guitar riffs and powerful vocals.
Released in January 2020, it was also used as the tie-in theme for NHK’s youth program “18-sai-sai” (18 Fes).
Spanning about six minutes, the track’s dynamic structure rises steadily from the intro, gripping listeners as it builds.
The lyrics, which express youthful defiance and inner conflict, seem to resonate with many.
It has earned high praise in live performances as well, cementing its status as a signature anthem for [Alexandros].
It’s a track that can give courage and energy to anyone looking to take a new step forward.
This very dayNEW!Uru
A ballad with a quietly determined piano melody that gently accompanies the season of graduation and new departures.
Written as the theme song for the film “The Classroom: Requiem,” starring Takuya Kimura, the piece features lyrics and composition by Uru, with arrangement by Toomi You.
While inheriting the weighty atmosphere carried over from the drama series, its lyrics depict the hope that lies beyond harsh days and the strength gained precisely because we know defeat—sentiments that are sure to deeply move listeners.
It also serves as the important opening track of the album “tone,” and the music video produced to coincide with the film’s release drew significant attention.
A warm yet powerful masterpiece that gently encourages those stepping into a new environment or standing at a crossroads in life.
BetelgeuseYuuri
A song from Yuuri that likens the bonds between stars to human relationships has arrived.
Sung over the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar, the lyrics evoke a deep connection with someone special.
The message—about the resolve to support each other even in tough times and hope for the future—will surely resonate with the heart.
Released in November 2021, this track was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “SUPER RICH.” It’s a must-listen for anyone feeling lost in life or wanting to reaffirm their bond with someone important.
Kitearashi
Created as the NHK theme song for 2020 and performed by Arashi, this moving track was born from a collaboration with Kenshi Yonezu.
The lyrics, which liken dreams, hopes, and the support of family to a kite, truly resonate.
Released in July 2020, it sold 911,000 copies in its first week, later reaching a cumulative 1,117,000 copies—Arashi’s first million-selling single.
Its debut performance at the 70th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen also drew major attention.
It’s a warm, encouraging song that gives courage to everyone—from graduates taking a new step to older listeners alike.
ultramarineYOASOBI
Born from a project that turns novels into music, the duo YOASOBI has earned high acclaim both in Japan and abroad for their original worldview and contemporary sound.
Released in September 2020, this work became a long-running hit.
Using the color blue as its symbol, the lyrics depict self-expression, the courage to pursue dreams, and the process of growth, focusing on themes such as young people’s inner conflicts, hopes, and self-discovery.
With a powerful message that encourages listeners to believe in their own potential and overcome anxiety and hardship on the path to their dreams, it is a song that resonates deeply with many.