Songs that heal a tired heart. A collection of timeless tracks that bring peace to the soul.
When you’re tired from work or studying, how do you soothe yourself?
Some people might enjoy delicious food, take a long bath, play sports, or get plenty of sleep.
Among them, there are surely those who want to be comforted by listening to their favorite music.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that will heal your heart the moment you listen.
We’ve gathered recommendations with a focus on songs that carry messages to praise your hard work, tracks by artists known for their beautiful vocals, and pieces with a calm, soothing atmosphere.
As you explore the different soothing qualities, find the one song that fits you perfectly.
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Songs that heal a weary heart: A collection of soothing masterpieces (1–10)
Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku
Even the title, “Crimson Sunset,” already overflows with poignancy.
This song is Fujifabric’s sixth single, released in 2005, and it had been performed since their indie days.
It’s a number written by vocalist Masahiko Shimura after moving to Tokyo, as he thought of his hometown in Yamanashi.
The lyrics are sprinkled with phrases that tighten your chest, and combined with the heartrending melody, it’s a track that leaves you feeling sentimental.
Try listening to it while watching the sunset on a clear day.
As long as we can laugh, it’s okay.Urufuruzu
Waraiereba by Ulfuls, released in 2002.
This song is their 24th single and was the ending theme for the drama Ginza no Koi, in which Tortoise Matsumoto also appeared.
This is a song I really want you to listen to when you’re tired from work or studying.
Being tired is proof that you’ve been doing your best, and you’ve probably even forgotten how to smile.
If you listen to it to the end, I think it will gently soothe those days without clear answers and help you smile again.
Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi
Kazuyoshi Saito, who often creates songs that evoke warmth, released “Utautai no Ballad” as his 15th single in 1997.
It’s a long-loved masterpiece that has been covered by many musicians.
Beyond being soothed by Saito’s gentle vocals, the calm, tender ballad truly seeps into the heart.
The straightforward, love-filled lyrics can wash away all your fatigue and heal both body and soul.
It’s an absolute recommendation for a personal go-to song to soothe yourself.
Songs to heal a weary heart: A collection of soothing masterpieces (11–20)
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu
A signature song by singer-songwriter Yu Takahashi, known for passionately singing about human warmth, released in 2015.
Many people may have been saved by its upbeat, fast-paced sound and the encouraging lyrics, “Tomorrow will surely be a good day.” When days keep going wrong, it’s easy to feel down, but somewhere out there are people just like you who keep facing forward without giving up.
Those moments when you talk with someone in a similar situation and truly connect, or words that make you feel linked to a brighter future, can be so comforting.
It’s an absolutely fantastic song!
IdeaHoshino Gen
A song in which Gen Hoshino’s vocals sink deep into the heart.
Released in 2018 as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Half, Blue.”, this piece possesses a magical power that turns everyday sounds into music.
It beautifully expresses the noises of morning life and even the sound of tears, leaving a strong impression in its embrace of sadness as a part of nature.
While it depicts midnight loneliness and inner conflict, it also conveys the strength to overcome them.
The message—especially in times of hardship—to move forward with fresh ideas is sure to soothe a weary heart.
It’s a track that will surely lift your spirits when you’re worn out from work or relationships.
GarnetOku Hanako
The theme song “Garnet” from the animated feature The Girl Who Leapt Through Time was released in 2006 as Hanako Oku’s fourth single.
When I listen to this song, it reminds me of a pure, innocent feeling.
Oku’s pure voice and lyrics seem to naturally peel away the grime that’s built up on the heart—it’s that kind of song.
It’s soothing just to listen when you’re tired from work or study, and it feels purifying too, so it’s perfect for those weary moments.
Give it a listen.
I can’t put it into wordsOda Kazumasa
A masterpiece among masterpieces that pierces the heart with Kazumasa Oda’s one-of-a-kind high-tone voice and bittersweet lyrics.
It’s a single released by Off Course in 1982.
I’m sure many people find that tears start streaming down their cheeks when they listen to “Kotoba ni Dekinai” (“Can’t Put It Into Words”).
Hearing Kazumasa Oda’s vocals, which bring out the beauty of the Japanese language, makes emotions surge uncontrollably until you don’t know what to do.
The happiness and gratitude of time spent with someone precious—various feelings well up and resonate, and during the song your chest feels tight, yet by the time it ends you somehow feel lighter.
It heals the heart.