[For those doing their best] A comforting song to listen to when you're tired of life
Something bad happened at school or work, your love life or relationships aren’t going well…
Sometimes, triggered by something, you end up feeling, “I hate everything!” or “My heart is exhausted…” and sink into a slump, right?
In this article, we introduce timeless songs that we hope you’ll listen to when you’re truly feeling down—songs that stay close to your heart.
These tracks heal and encourage you, affirming the pain and sadness you’re carrying, and giving you the strength to overcome them.
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[For those doing their best] Songs that comfort the heart when life feels exhausting (1–10)
A Bouquet for YouNEW!Utada Hikaru
This is a celebrated song by Hikaru Utada, widely cherished as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Toto Nee-chan.” Released digitally in April 2016, it was later included on the album “Fantôme.” Her gentle, conversational vocals and the quietly permeating piano melody tenderly scoop up the feelings that are apt to slip through our fingers in everyday life.
While imbued with a sense of profound loss and gratitude, the warm, enveloping sound offers quiet companionship on nights when your heart feels taut from the day’s demands.
It’s a song I hope you’ll listen to when you want to let your shoulders relax and softly care for yourself in solitude.
counting songamazarashi
A song that carefully counts the events of a life, prompting us to reconsider its joys and sorrows.
The lyrics weave in the disillusionment felt while trying to live with integrity, the difficulty of continuing to trust others, and the importance of having someone with whom you can share your burdens—inviting deep empathy.
Released in February 2017, this work is included on the album Message Bottle.
When you’re on the verge of losing your sense of purpose or feeling profoundly alone, its gentle, comforting voice will soothe your heart.
It’s okayNEW!Hilcrhyme
Hilcrhyme’s “Daijoubu” is a heartwarming song themed around the magic words that dispel anxiety and loneliness, expressing a deep, enveloping love for someone special.
Released as a single in April 2010, it masterfully fuses hip-hop-inspired rhythm with melodious vocals.
It was featured as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onegai! Ranking” and used in commercials for streaming services, resonating with many listeners.
As roles at work and in daily life multiply, we often push ourselves without noticing, until suddenly it feels like a thread might snap.
This song offers gentle solace for those moments when you’ve tried too hard and your heart is tired—softly easing tension and bringing a sense of healing.
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Night MusicMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that gently envelops the solitary moments of facing oneself in the stillness of the night.
The longing to be loved, the desire to convey the pain buried deep within the heart—yet being unable to put it into words…
Such tender, aching emotions are expressed through delicate melodies and a dreamlike soundscape.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in January 2024 as the theme song for the film “Silent Love,” the track drew a huge response, surpassing 100 million streams on Billboard Japan.
On nights when you can’t face your own weakness, or when your heart feels like it’s about to break, let this song stay by your side—it will surely bring you solace.
The Door to TomorrowNEW!I WiSH
Released in February 2003, this was I WiSH’s debut single and became widely loved as the theme song for Fuji TV’s program “Ainori.” Ai’s clear, soaring vocals and Nao’s warm piano tones gently embrace a weary heart.
Its worldview, which portrays the feeling of taking small steps forward and the faint stirrings of love, will quietly stay by your side on nights when you pause after pushing yourself too hard in daily life.
It’s a recommended number for moments when you want to ease your mind’s tension and surrender yourself to its crystalline, transparent melody.
spring melancholyNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
Doesn’t spring make you feel kind of hazy and unsettled with all the changes it brings? Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s “Shunshuu” captures that uniquely springlike feeling everyone experiences, gently wrapping it in words and melody.
Released in February 2018 as part of the single “Love me, Love you,” this song features lyrics written by vocalist Motoki Omori the day after his own graduation ceremony—messages many listeners may relate to, as if their hearts still haven’t fully sorted things out.
The music video, made in collaboration with Suntory’s Craft Boss, also drew attention.
With a relaxed tempo, the warm band arrangement tenderly embraces those pent-up emotions, resonating softly.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to quietly on a sentimental night.
hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake
A message song filled with unchanging feelings.
It expresses unwavering love for someone far away with a sound as beautiful as a starry sky.
It lights a hope in the listener’s heart that “we’ll meet someday,” and gives the strength to believe in miracles.
Released digitally on January 24, 2024, this track was also chosen as the opening theme for the TBS Tuesday drama “Eye Love You.” Listen while thinking of the bonds you share with loved ones—partners, family, or close friends.
It carries a deep message that can nourish your life.