Guaranteed to move your emotions! Emo songs released in the Reiwa era
In recent years, the word “emoi” has been widely used among young people.
It comes from “emotional,” meaning a state that’s easily affected by feelings, and it’s used to express emotions like happiness, sadness, loneliness, nostalgia, and bittersweetness.
This time, we’ve put together a list of “emoi” tracks limited to releases from the Reiwa era.
Beyond just the lyrics, some songs feel “emoi” through their melodies and ensemble, so we hope listeners of all ages—not just younger generations—can feel the “emo” vibe.
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Guaranteed to move your emotions! Emo Songs Released in the Reiwa Era (71–80)
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An aggressive rock tune resounding with ferocious shouts and a heavy sound.
It powerfully portrays the chaos and destruction born from desire and betrayal, as well as the people who stand up to face them.
With a featured appearance by Ryo from Crystal Lake, it achieves an overwhelming intensity that shakes the listener to the core.
Included on the album THE SIDE EFFECTS and released in August 2019, it was used as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Fire Force, brilliantly capturing the spirit of the series.
This powerful track is recommended for moments when you want to unleash all your emotions or boost your motivation.
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It’s a track that captivates with a lyrical atmosphere where shoegaze textures intertwine with piano melodies.
Released by indigo la End in November 2024, the song features lyrics by Enon Kawatani that portray the complexities of human relationships and struggles with self-awareness in modern society, resonating deeply with listeners.
You can feel the pain of carrying anxiety and emotional scars.
It’s music that offers solace to those who feel lonely or are troubled by their relationships.
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This is a song whose warm, gentle guitar tones and clear vocals resonate deeply with the heart.
It carefully depicts the small happinesses of everyday life and conveys the preciousness of moments spent with someone important.
With a rich melody, it expresses the warmth of being connected to someone rather than being alone, and the importance of mutually supportive relationships.
Released in February 2025, it was chosen as the ending theme for the anime “Momentary Lily.” It is also included on miwa’s best-of album “miwa,” commemorating the 15th anniversary of her debut.
It’s recommended for times when you want to cherish moments with someone special, or when you want to listen while thinking of someone dear.
Wrapped in the gentle singing voice, your heart, too, will be enveloped in warmth.
Guaranteed to move you! Emo songs from the Reiwa era (81–90)
Shizuku (feat. indigo la End)yama
Released in February 2025 as a track on the album ‘; semicolon,’ this piece is an emotional number that weaves complex feelings for a loved one into poetic language.
yama’s wistful vocals blend perfectly with the sophisticated arrangement crafted by indigo la End.
The lyrics, which tenderly and delicately portray the fragile distance between important people, resonate deeply with listeners.
If you’re carrying a heavy heart, why not spend some time with this song?
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It’s a perfect song for an anime world that描くの境界—fits the boundary between life and death.
Released in January 2025, it was used as the ending theme for the anime “TASOKARE HOTEL.” The lyrics and composition were handled by Eve, and Rib’s cool vocals accentuate the song’s transience.
The protagonist’s ongoing journey of self-discovery is reflected in the lyrics, resonating deeply with listeners.
It also drew attention as an advance single from the album “Ratimeria.”
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This is a warm, heartfelt song performed by The Gospellers! It’s used as an anime ending theme, so it also deepens the lingering emotions of the story.
With the collaboration of Anly, the piece gains a fresh charm.
The six-part harmony resonates beautifully, and the gentle vocals that nestle close to the listener are especially memorable.
It’s been available for streaming since January 2, 2025, so be sure to check it out! You’ll definitely want to listen to it with someone special.
It’s a track that can lift you up when you’re tired or in need of encouragement.
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A refreshing song that evokes the arrival of spring, it impresses with n-buna’s masterful word choice and suis’s transparent vocals weaving a richly emotional world.
By depicting the shift in the sky from rain to clear weather, it symbolically expresses the joys and pains of life, as well as hope and despair, making it a track you’ll want to listen to at the change of seasons.
This work was used as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, which began airing in January 2024, and it was also featured in a collaborative web commercial with Suntory’s gin SUI.
Released as a digital single, this song will be a reliable companion when you need a mindset reset or are about to take a new step forward.