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 (21–30)
lampSakiyama Soshi
This is a song by Soushi Sakiyama, released in July 2023 as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Hidden Inventory/Premature Death.” It opens with acoustic guitar arpeggios, then swells into a magnificent soundscape where strings and marching drums intermingle—truly overwhelming.
The lyrics portray regret over not speaking up before goodwill shattered, and the struggle of living while carrying wavering affection, closely mirroring the inner world of the main character, Suguru Geto.
The song has surpassed 25 million views on YouTube and has become one of Sakiyama’s signature tracks.
Highly recommended for those who resonate with feelings torn between ideals and reality.
Cinderella BoySaucy Dog
Written from a female perspective, this song is a heartfelt love ballad that portrays unrequited feelings and the turmoil of betrayal.
Paralleling the story of Cinderella, it poignantly captures the moment when, like magic fading after midnight, she notices her lover’s true self beneath the idealized image.
Self-deception in turning a blind eye to betrayal, and the complex emotions of anger and dependence, are conveyed over a wistful melody.
Included on the mini-album “Lazy Sunday,” the track was released digitally in August 2021.
It debuted on Music Station in 2022 and ranked second in the annual karaoke charts.
It’s a must-listen for anyone struggling with one-sided love or feeling hurt by a complicated relationship.
one’s true feelingsFish and Lips
A song whose down-to-earth feelings resonate with the heart.
It’s a track by Fish and Lips, released in March 2025.
You can empathize with the protagonist’s desire to stay true to their own emotions.
It feels as if it faithfully captures their overflowing feelings just as they are.
The sentimental guitar sound is another element that deepens the song’s world.
Recommended for those who want to tap into the shifting emotions of youth or face their own feelings.
Only a single voicerokudenashi
Rokudenashi is a music project featuring Ninjin, a vocalist who first gained attention on social media, and a trending Vocaloid producer.
The track produced by MIMI, a Vocaloid producer, moves the heart with its beautiful piano melodies.
This work delicately portrays the unique hardships and loneliness of youth—struggling to put feelings into words and searching for answers as time passes.
Upon its release in December 2021, its moving world view spread across countries in Asia and received a huge response.
It’s one of their signature songs, also included on the album “Ai ni Saku Hana.” When you’re weighed down by worries you can’t tell anyone, or on nights when you’re lost in thought alone, listening to it will surely surround you with a gentle warmth that feels like someone sitting by your side.
Blue JeansHANA
The girls’ group HANA, produced by Chanmina, released their second single in July 2025.
In contrast to the powerful vibe of their previous track “ROSE,” this time they deliver a mid-tempo ballad that poignantly expresses the ache of young love.
They want to stay natural and effortless—like a pair of well-worn old sneakers—yet their anxiety swells in front of the one they like.
The lyrics, which vividly capture those late-night emotional swings, truly strike a chord.
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When you’re unsure about your feelings of love, or lying awake at night with thoughts of someone special, this song will gently stay by your side.
Bedroom TalkOfisharu Higedan Dism
A song written and composed by Daisuke Kozasa that captures a moment of sharing true feelings in a bedroom at night.
It’s included on the album “Editorial,” released in August 2021.
The song carries a warm message that gently lights an unwavering lamp in hearts worn out by the online world, reminding us of the importance of quiet conversations that connect us with others.
mabanua’s mellow arrangement wraps the stillness of the night, while the delicate guitar tones resonate pleasantly.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when you’re tired of human relationships and want to take your time talking with someone you trust.
The lyric video is created entirely with illustrations, beautifully depicting the passage of time from dusk until sleep.
osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)natori
This track is the memorable debut piece that Natori composed on a smartphone when they had just started writing music.
It was digitally released in August 2023, but even at the demo stage it drew over 1.3 million plays, leading to a long-awaited remake.
A jazzy chord progression intertwines with a brisk arrangement, and the whispery vocals melt into it in a way that invites each listener’s own interpretation.
Fragmented lyrics that evoke autumn nights are scattered throughout, stirring a sense of nostalgia and a touch of wistfulness.
Why not take your time reading the lyrics and discover your own meaning?