[For those doing their best] A comforting song to listen to when you're tired of life

Flower of loveaimyon

Aimyon – Flower of Love [Acoustic Music Video]

Ai no Hana is a song by Aimyon, written specifically for the NHK morning drama series Ranman.

Its simple guitar tones and waltz-like triple meter evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth in the listener.

The lyrics are filled with words that express pure affection, giving you the strength to forget daily fatigue and unpleasantness and move forward.

With its gentle melody and vocals, this song touches a range of emotions and is sure to stay close to each and every listener.

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

A masterful song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE that delicately portrays the radiance and anxieties of youth, as well as the conflicts we carry while growing up.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” which began airing on TV Tokyo in April 2024, this piece gently embraces the memories accumulated as time passes and the feelings of confronting the unease hidden in everyday life.

Its refreshingly youthful guitar sound and clear, transparent vocals resonate with listeners’ hearts and give them courage.

It won the 66th Japan Record Award, marking the band’s first-ever back-to-back victory.

When you feel lost or anxious, or when you wish someone would give you a push forward, give it a listen.

You’ll surely find a budding feeling of cherishing yourself.

HEROESGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Heroes

This is a song I especially want those who keep failing and thinking “I’m worthless…” to hear.

It’s a track by GReeeeN, the popular music group behind hits like “Kiseki,” released in 2013 as their 21st single.

It drew attention for being chosen as the theme song for the drama “Detarame Hero.” The characteristically positive lyrics and catchy sound arrangement are memorable.

It’s an encouraging anthem that seems particularly effective for failures in romantic relationships.

If a quarreling couple listens to it, they might rediscover how important their partner is.

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Araki Jakkan

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SunSet Swish – My Pace M/V

A three-piece rock band formed by high school classmates, SunSet Swish released this as their third single.

The song was chosen as an ending theme for the TV anime BLEACH, and its contrast between the distinctive, nursery-rhyme-like opening and the lyrical interlude and arrangement is striking.

When you commute to school or work every day, it’s only natural to accumulate stress or worries.

True to its title, the message that it’s okay to go at your own pace gives you a reassuring push, wrapping your downcast feelings in strength.

It’s a power song you’ll want to listen to when things just aren’t working out on your own and you need someone to nudge you forward.

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Hoshino Takashi

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As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – “Nando Demo”

Since it was chosen as the theme song for the third season of the drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours,” this DREAMS COME TRUE track has given strength to many people.

During the Great East Japan Earthquake, it was the most-played song on radio stations nationwide, and for a time it was distributed for free as a full ringtone, bringing courage to many who were affected.

When you’ve tried and tried but nothing goes right and you feel crushed—listen to this song, and the two members of DREAMS COME TRUE will help you stand up again and again.

In those painful, sorrowful days that seem to have no end, when just living feels hard, pause for a moment, listen to this song, and let it give you the courage to rise once more.

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Be yourself.Shibuya Subaru

Subaru Shibutani – Be Yourself (Official Music Video)

A song whose warm, heart-hugging vocals are its charm.

Its message—cherishing your true self—resonates over a gentle melody.

Pre-released in September 2024, the track is included on Subaru Shibutani’s album “Lov U.” In the music video, Shibutani’s simple, unpretentious moments playing with a dog leave a strong impression.

We all sometimes struggle with relationships or feel like we’re losing our sense of self.

This song wraps your heart in those moments, like words from a friend.

The more you listen, the more naturally you’ll find the courage to look forward.

Days that existHakubi

Hakubi – The Days That Exist [MV]

This song is a rock ballad by Hakubi, a three-piece rock band formed in Kyoto.

The lyrics were written based on vocalist Katagiri’s conversations with her mother during a difficult time, and the message—“there’s someone who cherishes you no matter who you are”—is something that I believe resonates deeply with everyone.

If you relate to the feeling described at the beginning of the song—the urge to run away every morning—this is a track you should definitely listen to.

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Hane Keisuke

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