Soothing music that calms the heart. A beautiful singing voice that helps you relax.

Dry RetchDonnacha Costello

Donnacha Costello-Dry Retch

A gently flowing ambient sound that soothes the heart—this piece by Donnacha Costello.

Its tender tones evoke the sensation of drifting through space, guiding you into deep meditation.

Featured on the 2001 album “Together Is The New Alone,” it received a remastered 20th-anniversary release in November 2021.

Spanning about 10 minutes and 45 seconds, the performance seems to suspend time, unlocking the listener’s emotions in profound stillness.

Perfect for unwinding before bed or relieving stress.

Surrender to the comforting waves of sound and you’ll feel released from the noise of everyday life.

Turning Seasons (from Kiki’s Delivery Service)Inoue Azumi

Kiki's Delivery Service / The Turning Seasons

This piece, which drew attention as an image song for Studio Ghibli’s Kiki’s Delivery Service, beautifully expresses lyrics that depict the changing seasons and the accompanying shifts in emotion through Azumi Inoue’s warm vocals.

Released in July 2010, it’s a track brimming with the unique charm of Inoue, who has been behind many Ghibli classics such as “Carrying You” and “My Neighbor Totoro.” Its gentle, soft melody soothes the heart and is exceptionally relaxing.

It’s perfect not only before bedtime or during breaks, but also as background music while working or studying—helping you focus and work more efficiently.

Be sure to give this nostalgic, tender piece a listen.

An Ellipse’s DreamSaho Terao

Saho Terao – Dream of an Ellipse

This is a song by Saho Terao, a singer-songwriter who is also active as an essayist.

It’s the title track of her 2015 album, “Daeen no Yume” (Oval Dream).

The ambient sound and whisper-like vocals fit perfectly.

It’s a message song that squeezes your heart.

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Araki Jakkan

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Famous J-POP Medley [Music Box]

Classic J-POP Music Box Medley – Relaxing BGM – Background Music for Work – Background Music for Study

This is the “Masterpiece J-POP Music Box Medley.” It’s a collection where many familiar J-POP classics can be enjoyed as soothing music box pieces—twice the delight in one.

Music boxes are said to contain ultrasonic frequencies above 20 kHz that humans can’t perceive as sound, and these are believed to have calming effects such as promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and boosting immunity.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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But you know, sometimesimase

[imase] But you know, sometimes (MV)

It’s a song filled with a warm, enveloping gentleness.

imase’s soft vocals gently remind those of us living busy lives of the importance of taking a breather.

Released in July 2022, it was also featured as the CM song for JT’s “Hitoiki Shukan” series.

imase’s first live-action music video for the track also drew attention.

It’s the perfect song for anyone feeling worn out by the daily rush.

Like looking up at the sky between buildings, why not pause for a moment and take a deep breath? Your heart is sure to feel lighter.

Homeayaka

Ayaka / Home Music Video

“Home” is a ballad by singer-songwriter Ayaka, featuring gentle, comforting piano.

Fast, flowing piano phrases can be great, but the key to this song is its slow, simple lines.

That simplicity lets Ayaka’s clear, translucent voice stand out, drawing you in.

She’s also known for her beautiful falsetto in signature songs like “Mikazuki,” and it’s used effectively here as well.

Its soft timbre pairs exquisitely with the quiet piano.

Also noteworthy is how the arrangement gradually adds instruments like strings, acoustic guitar, and bass as the song progresses.

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Yuuki

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Someone Like YouAdele

Adele – Someone Like You (Official Music Video)

When you want to relax, don’t you find yourself preferring a solid, resonant voice over a piercing one? The voice of the British singer-songwriter Adele has a rich, low resonance—like a cello or double bass—that makes it very soothing to listen to.

Among her songs, a particular recommendation is “Someone Like You.” It tells the story of a heartbroken woman who hears that her ex is getting married and says, “I’ll find someone like you.” It’s a track carried solely by piano and Adele’s voice.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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