[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 You Who Are Doing Your Best] Songs That Comfort the Heart When You're Tired of Life (171–180)
The Wheat SongNakajima Miyuki
This song was created for the serialized TV drama Massan.
It’s sung by the singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima, who has produced numerous classic hits such as Ito and Chijō no Hoshi.
Released in 2014 as her 44th single.
Its nostalgic lyrics and melody that inevitably bring your hometown to mind, along with her powerful vocals, are captivating—listening to it makes your heart tighten.
It’s a wonderful song that makes you want to cherish the time you’re living right now.
Look up at the stars in the nightSakamoto Kyu
When your heart is weary, please try listening to Kyu Sakamoto’s “Ue o Muite Arukou” (“Look Up at the Stars at Night”).
Its gentle melody, which makes you forget the clamor of the city, softly envelops a heart filled with sorrow and pain.
Like stars twinkling in the dark, the messages of hope woven into the lyrics give you the courage to live and a more positive outlook.
“Look Up at the Stars at Night” is one of those songs that has continued to heal people’s hearts and remains loved even after many years.
No matter how difficult your circumstances, under the starry sky we are all equal, and you will feel that you are not alone.
Each time you listen, you can feel warmth and peace, and it will surely become a support to keep your heart strong.
I’m tired of living.HONEBONE
HONEBONE, a male-female folk duo, brings you an anthem for life, “Tired of Living.” The title is a blunt, straight-to-the-point phrase you might mutter under your breath when something tough happens, so at first glance you might think it’s a song filled with resignation.
But that’s not the case.
The lyrics say things like, “I’m tired of living, but I still have things I want to do, so I’ll keep going,” and they also offer words that accept our vulnerability, like, “It’s okay to complain.” As you listen, you’ll start to feel, “It’s okay to be who I am,” and, “I’ll keep trying, even if I grumble along the way.” It’s a raw, supportive song that gently stays by the side of a tired heart.
Coffee and syrupOfisharu Higedan Dism
Please give this a listen when you’ve had a rough day at work.
It’s a song by Official HIGE DANDism, the piano pop band known for hits like “I LOVE…”.
It’s included on their second mini-album, “MAN IN THE MIRROR,” released in 2016.
The sound arrangement, which somehow feels vividly colorful despite not being something you can see, is very characteristic of them.
The lyrics express the hope that someday we’ll be able to let out these bitter feelings and laugh about them.
It might be a work that’s more relatable than outright uplifting.
Before the departureWAIMA
This is a song by WANIMA—who have packed countless positive words into their lyrics and created many anthems of encouragement—that we especially want new members of society to hear.
When you find yourself struggling with a new life in a new environment, this song will undoubtedly become a source of support for your heart! The tune has their characteristic bright vibe, but with a mid-tempo pace that makes the lyrics easy to catch, and its many positive, warm words strike straight to the core.
I think you’ll feel a powerful energy that stirs you to stand up and push yourself forward.
[For You Who Keep Going] Songs That Comfort the Heart When You're Tired of Life (181–190)
Have a nice dayimase
Imase, who rose to fame on the video-sharing app TikTok and made his major debut in 2021 with the song “Have a nice day.” He has other popular tracks as well, but this one, which topped Spotify’s Weekly Japan Viral Chart and boasts hundreds of millions of views on TikTok, is especially popular among young people.
When life wears you down, the past can start to look brighter, right? This song is perfect for those moments.
Let its gently addictive rhythm and the airy high notes in the chorus soothe you.
It’s fine.Urufuruzu
Among Ulfuls’ songs, “Eenennen” is especially popular.
Released in 2003, it’s the band’s 25th single.
It’s the perfect track to play when you want everything to be completely affirmed.
When you’re tired or feel like you can’t go on, it seeps in slowly—and by the time it ends, it gives you a real boost of energy.
Tortoise Matsumoto’s powerful presence is uplifting too.
It’s the kind of song you want to listen to with an empty mind when things get tough—like a little protective charm.
