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Song of the Wind: Masterpieces themed around wind. Popular songs [2025]

When you hear the word “wind,” what kind of wind comes to mind?

Even when we say wind, there are many kinds: a refreshing spring breeze, a wintry wind that leaves you feeling a bit lonely, or a sudden gust that feels like something just rushed past.

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended popular songs and classics themed around “wind.”

From songs that let you feel the seasons, to tunes that sing of the longing to become the wind, to love songs that wait for a wind to push you forward—these are tracks you can’t help but relate to.

We hope you feel the many kinds of “wind.”

Song of the Wind: Masterpieces with the theme of wind. Popular songs [2025] (41–50)

Becoming a Thousand WindsMasafumi Akikawa

This song, which conveys a sense of brightness despite its weighty theme—“After I die, I won’t be in my grave; I’ll be the wind, racing across the sky”—was released in 2006 as Masafumi Akikawa’s debut single.

It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, became a million seller, and stands as one of his signature songs.

Listening to it makes you feel refreshed—like it straightens your back.

It’s a classic beloved by listeners of all ages.

KazekaRoad of Major

“Kazeka” is included on Road of Major’s 2005 album “ROAD OF MAJOR II.” Although it’s an album track, it’s popular among fans.

It has a rhythmic feel, and the chorus in particular is very pleasant.

It’s a song that lifts your spirits when you listen to it.

Let me hear the poetry of the wind.Keisuke Kuwata

Keisuke Kuwata – Let Me Hear the Poem of the Wind (Short ver.)
Let me hear the poem of the wind - Keisuke Kuwata

When it comes to Keisuke Kuwata, you can’t help but associate him with summer, and this song perfectly fits that image.

However, it’s not a high-energy party tune.

With a relaxed, tropical-like tempo, the track is incredibly soothing to listen to.

It evokes the feeling of a cool breeze that occasionally sweeps through on a hot summer day.

WINDKumi Koda

“WIND” was released in 2006 as Kumi Koda’s 29th single.

It was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s coverage of the Turin Olympics.

It reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a positive song that encourages people who are facing headwinds.

Tomorrow's windMasayoshi Yamazaki

Set to a stylish, laid-back beat, Masayoshi Yamazaki’s signature soft, slightly languid vocals are captivating.

The lyrics carry a sense of positivity and resolve—facing reality while moving toward tomorrow.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re feeling lost in life.

It evokes a gentle breeze blowing you forward into the next day.

The South Wind and the SunMONGOL800

The South Wind and the Sun / MONGOL800
Minamikaze to Taiyo by MONGOL800

This is “South Wind and Sun,” a track from MONGOL800’s 2011 album etc.

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It’s an uplifting song that feels like a refreshing breeze, perfect for boosting your mood in summer.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Stitch! ~The Mischievous Alien’s Great Adventure~.

Glory Colors ~The Door of Wind~ZONE

ZONE Glory Colors ~Door of the Wind~ Live
Glory Colors ~Door of the Wind~ ZONE

Because the wind blows straight through and never returns, it’s often imbued with meanings of hope and forward progress as something that “moves into the future.” In the lyrics of this song, too, it’s written as a hope for tomorrow.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you feel lost or face setbacks while pursuing your dreams.

When you feel like stopping, it will push you forward like a tailwind at your back.