Songs from Whisper of the Heart: theme song and insert songs
This time, we’re featuring the theme song and insert songs from the Studio Ghibli film “Whisper of the Heart.” When you think of “Whisper of the Heart,” it has to be “Country Road,” right? That melody that makes you want to hum it without thinking.
For those who’ve seen the film, it’s an especially memorable song.
The bittersweet relationship between the protagonists, Shizuku and Seiji Amasawa.
Just writing this introduction makes me want to watch it again.
If you listen to the songs collected in this article, I’m sure you’ll feel the same.
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Songs from Whisper of the Heart. Theme song and insert songs (1–10)
I’ve decided! I’m going to write a story.Yuji Nomi
This is the piece “I’ve Decided! I’m Going to Write My Story,” used in the film Whisper of the Heart.
It expresses, with a refreshing piano tone, the excitement you feel when you finally begin something you’ve long wanted to try.
It’s a song that gives you a fresh feeling, like winter has ended and you’re being gently carried by the pleasant breezes of spring.
Flowing Clouds, Shining HillYuji Nomi
A truly flawless and beautiful orchestral and piano piece titled “Drifting Clouds, Shining Hills.” While the model for Whisper of the Heart was Tama City in Tokyo, this music conjures up the atmosphere of a Western-style mansion standing atop a hill and such breathtaking scenery as if you could see it with your own eyes.
It’s one of the film’s most popular and striking tracks, and I imagine many people are fans of this piece.
ReminiscenceYuji Nomi
From the film “Whisper of the Heart,” this piece is called “Reminiscence.” Everyone has those sweet-and-sour memories they want to revisit again and again.
The gentle melody, repeated on the piano, makes you feel as if you’re being led right back into those moments.
It’s a recommended track for people who are busy every day and feel like the days are passing by quickly.
Let’s fly! Catch the updraft!Yuji Nomi
This is a piece titled “Let’s Fly! Catch the Updraft!” The title comes from a line spoken by Baron, the cat figurine that appears in Whisper of the Heart.
In a slightly mysterious antique shop atop a hill, the protagonist Shizuku discovers Baron.
Whether it’s a dream or reality, Baron takes Shizuku flying through the sky.
Its floating sensation makes listeners feel a gentle sense of wonder.
The boy who makes violinsYuji Nomi
From the film “Whisper of the Heart.” This is the piece titled “The Boy Who Makes Violins.” Here he is: Seiji Amasawa, arguably the biggest romantic in all of Ghibli.
At first, Shizuku saw him as nothing but an annoying guy, but she’s inspired by the way he strives straight toward his dream of becoming a violin maker.
This track passionately and artistically expresses Seiji Amasawa’s unexpected side.