A song that makes you feel happy. A smile song that brings a grin to your face.

A collection of heartwarming, feel-good songs that will make you smile! What kind of songs come to mind when you think of “happy songs”? There are tunes that let you quietly savor happiness, and songs with such a positive vibe that just listening makes you smile—everyone has melodies that resonate with their heart.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that let you feel happiness in love and in life, as well as fun, uplifting tracks that will make you smile without even realizing it.

Every song is recommended—let the music make you happy!

Playlist

A song that makes you feel happy. A smile song that brings a grin to your face.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	rainbow-coloredayaka		The famous song “Nijiiro,” which sings of gratitude to a loved one
2	If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi		Masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya, a famous song that sings of happiness
3	A bouquet of happinessMarushii		A famous song by Marcy that sings about happy love
4	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		A hopeful song that makes you feel positive: tomorrow will surely be a good day.
5	HappinessAI		AI-san's 'Happiness,' a masterpiece that brings joy to people
6	Happy! Fun! I love it!DREAMS COME TRUE		A love and joy song from a Pocky commercial
7	HappinessOnda Masanori		Masanori Onda’s song “Shiawase” portrays days that have been lost.
8	SUNHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino's “Koi,” a fun song used as a drama theme song.
9	smileikimonogakari		A heartwarming song that conveys feelings to someone special
10	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE's signature song 'Dance Hall'
11	1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song that portrays the lives of two people like a movie
12	Banzai ~I’m glad I loved you~Urufuruzu		A pure love song by Ulfuls, a heart-touching singing voice
13	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		A cheerful single that brings LGM’s energy and smiles
14	bouquetback number		Introduction to back number’s popular song “Hanataba” (Bouquet)
15	Laugh awayYUI		YUI’s “Laugh away” is refreshing and uplifting.
16	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s “Marigold” is a masterpiece.
17	God of RomanceHirose Kōmi		Kohmi Hirose’s classic: a love song you want to listen to in winter
18	SNOW SMILEShimizu Shota		Shota Shimizu’s Christmas song about reunion and farewell
19	I seriously tried thinking about happinessPorunogurafiti		A musical exploration into the essence of happiness
20	A charm for smilesSHISHAMO		A refreshing song by SHISHAMO that sings about self-affirmation.
21	The Theory of HappinessShiina Ringo		Sheena Ringo’s classic: feelings for a precious person
22	FlowerORANGE RANGE		A masterpiece movie theme song that sings of gratitude and joy
23	lightUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s warm lyrics and vocals in “Hikari”
24	STORYAAA		A love song about finding happiness and a place to belong
25	Smilemiwa		A heartwarming song that sings about miwa's pure feelings.
26	Keep smilingBEGIN with Ahonasutāzu		A collaborative ending theme by Sanma and BEGIN
27	to UBank Band		Bank Band’s debut single, a deeply loving ballad
28	with a gentle heartSuperfly		An upbeat song that sings about the joy and hope of meeting someone
29	Love will winKAN		A melody like an encouraging, upbeat friend
30	Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN’s winter scene song
31	Don’t Worry, Be HappySaitō Kazuyoshi		Saito Kazuyoshi’s uplifting cheer song
32	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		The happy SEKAI NO OWARI resounding in the clear sky.
33	Because I’ll protect your smile SONGKyarameru Peppāzu		A love song that portrays a man's straightforward love
34	coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)Mr.Children		Small everyday acts can make someone happy.
35	Happinessarashi		Arashi’s joy-filled theme song, rhythmic
36	CHEERSMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song that celebrates the joys of life and friendship
37	Run!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto		An early Momoclo song, a track overflowing with smiles.
38	777 ～We can sing a song!～AAA		An energetic summer song celebrating AAA’s 7th anniversary
39	Happy Pre-Wedding SongYabai T-shatsu Yasan		"Happy Wedding" - a fun song
40	I want to see that smile.Fukuyama Masaharu		Expressing 'the ordinary' in a song by Masaharu Fukuyama
41	Seed of JoyYU-KI		YUKI's warm love song single
42	Smileyuzu		An upbeat song themed around Yuzu’s smile
43	Buds of Smilesfōeito		A heartwarming song by the YouTuber 48 (Four-Eight)
44	SMILYOtsuka Ai		A lively, pop-style song by Ai Otsuka
45	Grateful, thrilled, and overwhelmed like a stormarashi		Arashi’s 4th single, the theme song for “Wipe Your Tears.”
46	EVER LOVEMiyano Mamoru		Feeling positive with Mamoru Miyano's songs
47	LOVE FOREVERKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta		A song of happy memories and forward-looking love
48	Smileshiori		A heartwarming song by Shiori, a singer from Okinawa
49	rainbowAAA		AAA’s cheering song that delivers the courage to overcome
50	Thank youAAA		A cheerful song included on AAA's best-of album
51	Unstoppable ha-haYazawa Eikichi		Eikichi Yazawa’s signature songs—rock that gets you pumped up
52	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s iconic song of courage and hope
53	Rice with meat in thick savory sauce (ankake-style)C-Style		A killer tune with the allure of rice topped with meat in thick sauce
54	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s bittersweet love song that’s popular on TikTok
55	Let’s embrace happinessFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A classic song that celebrates the importance of happiness and smiles
56	Thank youikimonogakakari		Ikimono-gakari’s smash-hit theme song
57	paprikaFoorin		Relaxed, happy music, precious moments
58	You are my friend.Hirai Ken		Ken Hirai’s “Tomodachi” portrays friendship as a TV drama theme song.
59	SmileSasuke		An encouraging song included on Sasuke’s “Smile”
60	Goodbye to sorrowanzenchitai		A heartwarming classic that gives courage and hope
61	A gentle feelingChara		Shiseido commercial song, a love song with a sweet voice
62	Because it’s so warm♪kumamushi		The lively song about tardigrades is gaining popularity.
63	Your smileYU-A		Theme song of “Deka Kurokawa Suzuki,” a heartwarming ballad by YU-A
64	HAPPY DATEyuka		Yuka’s pop singer-songwriter
65	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		Love between a man and a woman on an island: a bond and affection deepened through exchanges on paper
66	Smile SmileHirahara Ayaka		Ayaka Hirahara’s song that supports the Earth and living creatures
67	365 daysMr.Children		Mr.Children's “365 Days” is a moving love song.
68	TararanPUFFY		PUFFY’s happy song, famous as a commercial jingle
69	I’ll make you happy.momochi hiroko		Momochi Hiroko’s hopeful classic song
70	PreciousItō Yuna		Yuna Ito’s iconic song of love and hope, “Precious.”
71	SmileMori Nana		The uplifting classic “Smile” sung by Nana Mori
72	Isn’t it an adventure?suzumiya haruhi (hirano aya)		The opening theme song of Suzumiya Haruhi is refreshing and energetic.
73	dramaAAA		A duet song from AAA’s “Eighth Wonder”
74	Energetic SmilesSMAP		Early SMAP, a gentle cheer song
75	The world goes crazy for your smile.Bando ja nai mon!		The message that “it’s okay to live as yourself.”
76	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A love song about giving a bouquet
77	Party! Party!Sukima Suichi		A positive cheering song by Sukima Switch
78	Rainbow of TearsUeto Aya		A bittersweet theme song that resonates in the heart as a song of memories
79	Heavenly StarGenki Rokettsu		A refreshing dance tune by Genki Rockets
80	SoupFujihara Sakura		Theme song 'Soup' by Sakura Fujiwara, lyrics by Masaharu Fukuyama
81	I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari		A song of strong will and hope that looks forward
82	Thank youD.W. Nikoruzu		A song of gratitude and hope delivered with a gentle singing voice
83	“Thank you” — no matter where in the world you areHey! Say! JUMP		Smiles through an international song of gratitude and love
84	A Place in the SunMISIA		MISIA's heartwarming song that paints the blue sky
85	Hurly BurlyPerfume		An intense dance track by Perfume with uplifting lyrics!
86	Happy Valleyorange pekoe		The major debut song of Orange Pekoe
87	Five ways I know about happinessSakamoto Maaya		A song by Maaya Sakamoto that depicts happiness
88	Your smileOku Hanako		A famous song that supported people with a song of hope after the earthquake disaster
89	The reason for the smile.Sonar Pocket		A classic hit by Sonar Pocket that brings smiles
90	Invisible ManToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen’s classic song “Invisible Man,” with a refreshing tone
91	HEART BEATKato Miria		Olympic cheer song, a bright and happy tune
92	Let’s be happyUtada Hikaru		Utada’s “Let’s Be Happy” is an upbeat song.
93	Thank you for the happiness.Ketsumeishi		The popular love song for weddings, “Ketsuno Police 3”
94	bouquetSambomasutā		Sambomaster’s upbeat song “Bouquet”
95	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youth anthem that portrays friendship and bonds, conveying passionate feelings.
96	Ring! Ring! Ring!DREAMS COME TRUE		A bright hit by Dreams Come True that makes your body start dancing.
97	LA LA LA Love SongKubota Toshinobu with Naomi Kyanberu		Theme song of “Long Vacation” becomes a big hit
98	loveHoshino Gen		Conveying the charm of love through Gen Hoshino’s song “Koi.”
99	compromiseHoshino Gen		A song that warmly depicts a couple’s everyday life
100	Just being alive is a reward.Aoyama Teruma		Aoyama Thelma’s cheer song, a heart song that affirms oneself
101	Osaka LoverDREAMS COME TRUE		A long-distance love song about going to Osaka to meet you
102	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s uplifting cheer song that connects everyone
103	Let’s smileyonige		A song that resonates in the heart from the au Santaro commercials
104	The Bridge of PromiseSano Motoharu		A heartwarming masterpiece that affirms your past self
105	proposal (marriage proposal)KAN		KAN’s famous song that embodies a man’s marriage proposal
106	It’s okaywacci		The warm, comforting messages in wacci’s songs that stay close to the heart
107	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youthful pop song filled with hope and happiness
108	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Smiles and courage through the heartwarming songs of Yu Takahashi
109	POP STARHirai Ken		A sparkling, poppy classic by Ken Hirai
110	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An anthem that encourages and conveys the importance of living positively