[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?
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Sleep-Inducing BGM: Recommended Sleep Music for When You Can’t Fall Asleep (41–50)
CanonYohan Pakkeheruberu
Pachelbel’s Canon, a piece of classical music that nearly everyone knows and loves, is said to have a chord progression used in many famous songs.
Listening to it is said to promote alpha waves and even be good for prenatal education.
What’s more, this music apparently works not only on humans but also on pets.
These days, there are even places that play music to sake and wine, which is amazing.
[Sleep-Inducing BGM] Recommended Sleep Music for When You Can't Fall Asleep (51–60)
MoonlightTomita Isao
This is a work by Isao Tomita, Japan’s leading synthesizer pioneer, who reconstructed Debussy’s Clair de Lune using a Moog synthesizer.
It reached No.
1 on the Billboard Classical chart in the United States.
A soothing, serene, and dreamlike piece that remains timeless.
trumpet vineAndō Yūko
A song I’d like you to listen to on those nights when your heart feels unsettled and you can’t sleep is “Nōzen Katsura.” It’s included on singer-songwriter Yuko Ando’s 2006 album Merry Andrew; she’s also an actress who has appeared in many films and TV dramas.
The track features a simple sound built around beautiful piano tones and vocals.
Her clear, translucent voice will soothe your heart.
The lyrics are filled with gentle words inspired by the motif of “flowers.” Be sure to add this perfect sleep-time track to your playlist.
One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi
A song with an acoustic sound that gently lulls you to sleep is Masayoshi Yamazaki’s “One more time, One more chance.” Released as a single in 1997, it was also used as the theme song for the animated film “5 Centimeters per Second.” Yamazaki’s tender vocals and the tone of the acoustic guitar have a calming effect.
How about watching the music video where he sings this song under a starry sky, and then heading to bed?
to exist; to be (used for inanimate things or abstract existence)Hata Motohiro
When it comes to songs that gently keep you company on sleepless nights, “Aru” comes to mind.
The track, which soothes listeners with the warm touch of singer-songwriter Motohiro Hata, is included on his 2019 album Copernicus.
Its melody, centered on the sound of acoustic guitar, resonates softly.
The lyrics, which candidly express feelings for someone precious, are heartwarming.
Led by his sweet voice, you’ll find yourself relaxing.
If you’re feeling anxious or restless because you can’t sleep even though you want to, lend an ear to this warm ballad that gently wraps those feelings.
Music Box MedleyYonezu Kenshi
This is a music box version medley of Kenshi Yonezu’s songs: “Lemon,” “Paprika,” and “Eine Kleine.” Each track is highly faithful to the original, with excellent reproduction.
The melodies are very gentle, so even if you’re having trouble falling asleep, listening to this should help you drift off quickly.
MetronomeYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s “Metronome” likens a steadily ticking metronome to your life and mine.
It’s a track from his 2015 album Bremen, which reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
The music video—made using 200 drawings by Yonezu himself—also drew attention.
Doesn’t the quietly repetitive metronome in the background make you a little sleepy as you listen? Yonezu’s sweet vocals are perfect for a good night’s rest.