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Songs of Studio Ghibli: List of Theme Songs, Insert Songs, and BGM from Ghibli Music

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Studio Ghibli films, enjoyed by both adults and children, are also famous for their wonderful music.

Every work features songs that perfectly fit the story and leave an unforgettable impression after just one listen.

We’ve gathered not only the popular theme songs and insert songs from Studio Ghibli works, but also image songs that bring back memories of famous scenes and evocative moments.

If you want to listen to Ghibli’s masterpieces or hear again the song that played in that one scene, be sure to check these out!

Whisper of the Heart (1–10)

Take Me Home, Country RoadsOlivia Newton-John

H264_ Country Road TAKE ME HOME, COUNTRY ROADS / Olivia Newton-John

Take Me Home, Country Roads Olivia Newton-John

Take Me Home, Country Roads, released by John Denver in 1971.

It’s featured in this work as an insert song.

The original is sung by John Denver, and Olivia Newton-John is a cover artist.

In the film, Shizuku works on the Japanese lyrics for this song, right? The ending theme sung by Youko Honna, who plays Shizuku, is famous as well, so be sure to give that a listen too!

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I’ve decided! I’m going to write a story.Yuji Nomi

I’ve decided! I’m going to write a story. — from “Whisper of the Heart,” performed by Ocha

I've decided! I'm Yuji Nomi, and I'll write the story.

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.

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concrete roadLake Youth Choir

I tried my best to cover “Concrete Road/Whisper of the Heart” [Soul Sushi Song #2]

Concrete Road Children's Choir Mizuumi

When you think of Whisper of the Heart, it has to be this song! It’s John Denver’s classic “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” with lyrics that Shizuku rewrote for a chorus performance in the film.

The scene where Seiji Amasawa criticizes her unique “Concrete Road” lyric adaptation and Shizuku shouts, “You’re so mean!” is incredibly famous.

A truly iconic moment.

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Baron's SongYuji Nomi

"Baron’s Song" from "Whisper of the Heart" played by ocha

Baron's Song by Yuji Nomi

Baron the Cat, an imaginary character created by Shizuku in Whisper of the Heart.

In her world of imagination, this is the piece in which he leads her into an even deeper realm of fantasy.

It is used in a rare scene featuring unreal imagery within this work, which is otherwise set in a notably realistic world.

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Flowing Clouds, Shining HillYuji Nomi

“Flowing Clouds, Shining Hills” from “Whisper of the Heart,” played by ocha

Flowing clouds, a shining hill — Yuji Nomimi

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.

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ReminiscenceYuji Nomi

Reminiscence (Piano) — from the film “Whisper of the Heart”

Yuji Nomi: Reminiscence

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.

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Let's fly! Catch the updraft!Yuji Nomi

From 'Whisper of the Heart': Let's fly! Catch the updraft!

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.

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