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 you! Emo songs from the Reiwa era (1–10)
Break FreeNAQT VANE
NAQT VANE’s debut single features a danceable beat and crystal-clear vocals that leave a strong impression.
Its grand sound, fusing electronica and rock, amplifies the powerful message of the lyrics.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to break free from past pain and discover a new self.
Released in September 2022, it was also used as the theme song for a Friday-night drama on Nippon TV.
An emotional number that gently supports those who want to regain their true selves and take a new step forward.
SparkleIkuta Rira
Ikuta Lilas’s new song features a translucent singing voice and a catchy melody that leave a strong impression.
Created as the theme song for ABEMA’s show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: Mikan Edition,” the piece depicts a bittersweet yet beautiful love story.
Also included on her first album, “Sketch,” it was released in January 2022.
With lyrics that delicately portray the beginning and end of love, it’s sure to resonate with many listeners.
It’s a heartfelt ballad you’ll want to hear when going through a breakup or struggling with unrequited love.
more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku
Hitsujibungaku is a three-piece band attracting attention for their beautiful, floating sound and literary lyrics.
Released in September 2023, this song was chosen as the ending theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Shibuya Incident.” It’s an anthem about the importance of continuing to believe in yourself.
The emotional ensemble—Moeka Shiotsuka’s expressive vocals, Yurika Kasai’s soaring high harmonies, and Hiroa Fukuda’s delicate yet powerful drumming—leaves a strong impression.
It’s a moving track that gives you the courage to move forward despite hardship and pain, resonating deeply in the heart.
Guaranteed to move you emotionally! Emo songs released in the Reiwa era (11–20)
dead endHoshino Gen
Ikidomari, the theme song for the film A Moon in the Flatlands, by Gen Hoshino.
It’s a quiet love song composed only of piano and vocals.
The lyrics, which depict adult loss and regret—continuing to harbor feelings for someone unforgettable even while standing at a dead end—resonate deeply.
Hoshino has commented that it’s “not a song about myself, but a song that tells the story within the song in the first person,” which shows how faithfully it conveys the film’s worldview.
Please take your time and immerse yourself in its poignant afterglow.
All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika
A song by Suis that delicately captures the sensitive emotions of adolescence, wavering between adulthood and childhood.
Released digitally in June 2024, this track finely portrays the everyday lives and inner worlds of young people, resonating deeply with listeners.
Its striking imagery evokes the passage of time and the weight of memories.
Suis’s clear, translucent vocals and a unique sound that fuses folk and rock brilliantly express youthful conflict, loneliness, and hope for the future.
It’s a heartfelt number meant for teenagers walking the uncertain road of youth.
Dinner Songtuki.
Singer-songwriter tuki., whose voice is both youthful and tinged with melancholy, leaves a strong impression.
Released in September 2023, this work portrays the dilemma of hurting someone dear.
The conflict between actions that make a loved one cry and the desire to keep loving them may resonate with many people’s experiences.
It’s a track that feels both sentimental and warm, showcasing a fresh new talent.
The fact that it topped various charts such as Billboard JAPAN and Oricon is proof that tuki.’s music is being embraced by a wide audience.
It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu
A song by the four-piece rock band Macaroni Empitsu that portrays precious moments found in everyday life.
Released as a digital-only single in November 2021, it is also included on their major-label first album, “Hopes for a Happy Ending,” released in January 2022.
The lyrics warmly capture ordinary moments with a loved one, resonating with many listeners and reaching the top of the streaming charts.
Total streams have surpassed 300 million.
With its gentle, melodious sound that conveys comfort and warmth, the track has cemented its status as one of Macaroni Empitsu’s signature songs, winning an Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards in 2022.
It’s a recommended tune for anyone who wants to savor time with someone special.