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 (11–20)
“It’s fine for now.” ft. KAFUMIMI
When your heart is tired and you don’t want to try anymore… this is what I want you to listen to on nights like that.
It’s a song by MIMI, a Vocaloid producer known for a tender, compassionate musicality, released in December 2022.
With a beautiful piano melody and a warm vocal that feels close by, it gently eases the tension in your heart.
Many listeners will surely find solace in its message, which wholly affirms the fear of dawn and the tendency to put on a brave face.
In just about two and a half minutes, it’s filled with a kindness that softly embraces you just as you are.
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LiSA’s songs, with her powerful vocals, move people’s hearts.
Released in October 2020 as the theme song for the film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, it became a massive hit that turned into a social phenomenon.
The dramatic melody and ensemble are enough to set your heart ablaze just by listening.
From the delicate opening verse to the powerful chorus, the melody unfolds with dynamic expression, creating a contrast that captivates listeners even in karaoke.
It’s an emotional rock ballad that makes you want to sing along.
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Ado’s song, chosen as the theme for the film “The Silent Service,” is a beautiful ballad that feels both grand and warmly imbued with love.
Written by Takahiro Matsumoto and Koshi Inaba of B’z, the piece features lyrics that evoke the image of tiny bubbles rising toward the sunlight, symbolizing a longing for freedom and liberation from social constraints.
Its exploration of the essence of love and the importance of self-actualization is likely to resonate with many listeners.
Released in September 2023, the track, paired with Ado’s distinctive vocals, leaves a deep and lasting impression.
Grand Escape feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS
RADWIMPS is a rock band that captivates fans with film scores that closely align with each work and band songs with a one-of-a-kind identity.
Released in July 2019, this piece was created as the theme song for director Makoto Shinkai’s animated film Weathering with You.
Its lyrics, depicting dreams, a longing for freedom, and human relationships amid changing times and environments, will likely prompt many listeners to reflect on their own lives and feelings.
The grand melody that heightens the film’s climax, combined with Toko Miura’s clear, transparent vocals, makes for a profoundly moving number that stirs the heart.
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A track whose lyric video premiered in December 2025 and the lead song from their second album, “Runway,” released in February 2026.
It’s a powerful anthem that fuses soaring vocals with a dazzling brass sound.
The message, which gives you the courage to take off running, echoes their own determination and sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.
It’s an uptempo tune you’ll want to play when you’re about to take on a challenge.
The exhilarating ensemble delivers a burst of positive energy.
Gokusai | I G L (S)ROTH BART BARON
ROTH BART BARON is known for their fantastical, powerful sound.
Featured on the album “Gokusai-shiki no Shukusai” (A Riot of Colors Festival), this track speaks to the importance of continuing to protect one’s own story.
While portraying the difficulty of maintaining your individuality in modern society, it invites listeners into deep introspection.
Released in October 2020, the song is said to have been created during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you want to reaffirm the significance of living without losing your sense of self, or when you find yourself standing at a crossroads in life.
Just listening makes my heart tremble! Moving songs released in the Reiwa era (21–30)
clockSakamoto Maaya
Artist Maaya Sakamoto, who celebrates the 30th anniversary of her debut in 2025.
Released digitally on December 28, 2025, this medium-tempo track was written as the theme song for the final chapter of the smartphone RPG Fate/Grand Order.
Sakamoto herself wrote the lyrics and composed the music; its dramatic sound, enriched with strings, beautifully colors the story’s climax.
The lyrics, infused with “hope for the future,” are sure to resonate deeply with fans who have shared this long journey.
It’s a moving song, perfectly suited to mark a milestone in the series.