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!
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Just listening gives me chills! Moving songs released in the Reiwa era (1–10)
FanfareTamaki Kōji
Koji Tamaki’s songs, powered by his overwhelming vocal prowess, stir the soul.
Drawing on his own childhood experiences growing up in Hokkaido, where it snows for more than half the year, the piece weaves in a sense of speed through its melody while conveying the preciousness of living straight and true as your authentic self.
This track will be released as a single in November 2025 and has been selected as the theme song for the drama “The Royal Family.” It’s a gently heartwarming number that will resonate with those who, even while hurt, strive to live earnestly for what matters most.
When you need the courage to move forward, listening to this song will surely stay close to your heart.
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This is back number’s fourth digital single, written for high school students whose Inter-High Championships were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Its gentle melody and lyrics, which tenderly embrace wounded hearts, resonate with many people beyond just high schoolers.
With a relaxed arrangement, it’s a song that’s relatively easy to try at karaoke.
However, you might need to be careful with the distinctive falsetto that appears in the chorus.
The feelings toward what one has built up throughout their youth will likely strike a chord especially with younger listeners.
Its fragile yet tender tones soothe battered hearts, making it a supreme masterpiece.
globeYonezu Kenshi
Singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu’s 14th single was written as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s latest film, “The Boy and the Heron.” The lyrics evoke the landscapes that unfold between the beginning and end of life, echoing the film’s story and drawing listeners deeper into its world.
Released in July 2023, the song is a beautiful yet overwhelming number, its grand arrangement stirring the heart.
The delicate piano tones and the ethereal sweep of the strings also resonate with the title.
With lyrics that depict the preciousness of living through time—moving forward despite repeated meetings and farewells—many listeners may find themselves reflecting on their own lives.
Just listening gives me chills! Moving songs released in the Reiwa era (11–20)
Because you are hereUru
This is the first digital-only single written as the theme song for the TV drama “Theseus no Fune” (Ship of Theseus).
The lyrics weave a message about how the presence of someone precious supports and gives you courage—something many listeners may find themselves relating to personally.
Released in February 2020, it was certified Gold in March and Platinum in December of the same year, capturing the hearts of many listeners.
Uru’s clear, translucent vocals intertwine exquisitely with the piano, making it truly soothing to listen to.
For karaoke, if you focus on singing each note carefully, you should be able to make it through the song.
If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER captivates fans with a rock sound imbued with heartfelt messages and stirring vocals.
Released in June 2020, this work was selected as the theme song for the film “Waterborne (Mizukami no Flight).” Its lyrics, which teach the importance of human connections and the value of taking on challenges, are sure to resonate.
Embracing the fun of life and its string of surprises with a positive outlook, the song conveys how the presence of friends can be a source of support.
It’s a track whose warm vocals give you a gentle push forward, helping you rediscover the joy of life.
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This ballad, released in November 2025 by Colon, a member of Strawberry Prince (SutoPuri), was written and composed by Chouchou-P.
It delicately portrays the preciousness of cherishing someone dear.
The clear vocals meld beautifully into the spacious resonance of piano and strings, creating a wonderfully soothing sound.
Capturing in music the moments where memory and imagination intersect—when feelings for someone appear in the mind like vivid images—this song is perfect for times when you want to face your own emotions.
This very dayUru
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.