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[Sleep-Inducing BGM] Recommended sleep music for when you can’t fall asleep

Recently, it’s been said that prolonged smartphone use can lead to sleep disorders.

It’s understandable, since many people use their phones for work, but not being able to sleep is tough and can also lead to health problems.

So in this article, I’d like to introduce some sleep-inducing BGM.

I’ve gathered a lot of tracks—gently flowing music, natural sounds, and melodies that help calm the mind.

If you find it hard to fall asleep even after getting into bed, why not give these tracks a try?

[Sleep-Inducing BGM] Recommended Sleep Music for When You Can’t Fall Asleep (71–80)

YELLikimonogakari

Ikimono Gakari YELL 'Ikimono-gakari'
YELLikimonogakari

A massive hit ballad by the artist Ikimono-gakari, whose beautiful, kindness-filled vocals and familiar, easy-to-listen-to melody have earned support across generations.

The song features powerful lyrics about setting off toward each other’s dreams, and its calm rhythm makes it perfect as background music for sleep.

yuzuyuzu

[Day off] A friend came over for a change, so I made lunch | I realized something | Mushroom cheese risotto 🍄🟫
yuzuyuzu

A signature song by Yuzu, artists who continue to lead the Japanese music scene with overwhelming vocal prowess and an exceptional high tone that naturally draws you into the world of their music.

The song expresses the determination to keep challenging oneself to realize one’s dreams, and its calm rhythm makes it recommended as background music for sleep.

Sei He KiJONASAN GŌRUDOMAN

Jonathan Goldman’s Healing Sounds Intensive 2013 – Brief Participant Response
Sei He KiJONASAN GŌRUDOMAN

This is a work by Jonathan Goldman, a master of healing music.

It helps you sleep incredibly well! As you’d expect from a healing artist, it’s very pleasant to listen to.

It’s great for a change of mood in your room, and also nice to listen to with the lights dimmed before bed.

KanadeSukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video
KanadeSukima Suichi

A smash-hit ballad by Sukima Switch, an artist celebrated for their beautifully resonant high-tone vocals and known for composing theme songs for hugely popular anime.

The song expresses a heartfelt resolve to protect a loved one, and its slow tempo makes it a great choice as background music for sleep.

Disney Princess Medley [Music Box]Dizunī

For a comfortable sleep, try a music box! How about a classic Disney Princess medley? The first song is “Under the Sea” from The Little Mermaid—let Ariel lead you into the world of dreams.

Perfect for everyone from children to adults, right before bedtime.

The Blue DanubeJohann Strauss II

Johann Strauss II / Waltz “The Blue Danube” | Sascha Goetzel – NHK Symphony Orchestra
The Blue DanubeJohann Strauss II

It’s a waltz by Johann Strauss II that was used as part of the soundtrack in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Since the piece flows expansively through the space scenes in the movie, watching it with the visuals might be nice before bed.

Its transparent, airy quality makes it a calming waltz.

Air on the G StringYohan Zebasuchian Bakkha

This piece, composed by Johann Sebastian Bach—often called the Father of Music—is known by this name because it can be performed using only the G string, the lowest string on the violin.

As you listen to the gentle shifts in its beautiful harmonies, formed by a slow-tempo main melody and a counter-melody, you too will likely drift into a deep sleep.