[Songs of Infidelity] A collection of forbidden love songs about unattainable romance
Have you ever been in a love where you couldn’t tell anyone about the things that made you happy, the moments of joy you felt, or even the tiniest bits of happiness? You might think, “I’d never fall for a love that won’t be returned!” and yet, isn’t it often the case that you realize, before you know it, that you’ve fallen for someone? In this article, we’ll introduce songs we want you—who are experiencing such a sorrowful love—to listen to.
There are countless love songs out there, but we’ve carefully selected tracks that are perfect for those troubled by an unattainable love.
May you find a song that stays close to your heart.
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[Songs of Infidelity] A Collection of Forbidden Love Songs about Unattainable Romance (11–20)
FUCK LOVENEW!chanmina
A poignant track that bares a wounded heart and loneliness behind the tough front of “I don’t need love.” It’s a song by Chanmina, who showcases a wide range of expression as both a rapper and a singer.
It’s included on her fourth album, “Naked,” released in April 2023.
The piece powerfully conveys the raw feeling—akin to resignation—that lurks behind aggressive words, a sense of “whatever happens, happens.” If you’re exhausted by a futureless, secret relationship yet still unable to cut ties and struggling with those lingering feelings, give it a listen.
It’s sure to resonate deeply with the pain of an unrequited love.
Shura-banbanNEW!Yao
A thrilling pop number that channels the anger and biting sarcasm of being cheated on into humor.
Crafted by Yao, known for a cynical and distinctive perspective, the song delivers the bitterness of betrayal and a thirst for revenge through powerful vocals.
Released to the world in March 2025 as the opening track of the album “Hajimari no Uta,” it was chosen as the theme song for the NTV drama DEEP “Perfect Adultery — The Aesthetics of Concealment, The Resolve to Expose.” A drama-specific version was later released in July of the same year.
It’s the perfect track for anyone deeply hurt by a forbidden love or a partner’s betrayal, carrying an overwhelming sense of frustration, who wants to feel a refreshing sense of catharsis.
scumbag man and stupid womanDomura Riu
A work that sharply depicts the feelings of a man and woman drowning in a bittersweet relationship and delivers a searing social message.
With Riu Domura’s distinctive perspective and expressive power, it unsparingly narrates the dynamic between an irresponsible man and a devoted woman.
Capturing the man’s self-centered behavior and the woman’s loneliness with striking clarity, the piece lays bare the distorted view of romance in contemporary society.
Released in April 2024 as one of the tracks on the album “Irregular Diary,” this work resonates deeply amid complex emotions and can be seen as a message to everyone struggling with love.
even ifHirai Ken
It’s a song by Ken Hirai that conjures up the image of a man at a bar counter, tilting his glass and hiding his true feelings as he sits beside someone gazing at their lover’s ring.
You can almost feel the protagonist’s painful frustration as he wishes they’d miss the last train, yet swallows the words instead.
Released in December 2000, the track reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart and is also included on the classic album “gaining through losing.” For those entangled in a forbidden love—knowing it won’t come true yet unable to stop their growing feelings—this song may quietly keep you company.
I can’t bring myself to hate (you/it).ren
A singer-songwriter representing Gen Z, Ren, sings a song about an unattainable love.
Released in September 2021 as their first original work, it portrays a painful level of fixation—unable to sever the heart even after being betrayed.
Even knowing it’s a lie, clinging to the slightest kindness conveys a desperate feeling that makes you lose yourself.
You know you’ll never be together, yet you can’t walk away on your own.
Haven’t you ever put on a brave face to cover up those feelings that have nowhere to go?
The Land of LoveKato Miria
This is Miliyah Kato’s “Ai no Kuni” (“Country of Love”).
It’s a sad song about a devoted woman who fell in love and shared a kiss even though she knew he belonged to someone else.
She believes that one day he will choose her, that he’s her destined partner, and she waits.
The things that would be natural for lovers can’t be hoped for in an affair.
Even so, the aching feeling of not being able to let go of this love comes through painfully clearly.
[Songs of Infidelity] A Collection of Forbidden Love Songs About Unattainable Romance (21–30)
Forbidden love cannot be stopped.
Even when you know you shouldn’t, it’s not easy to put the brakes on your feelings of love, is it? There are still plenty of songs that sing about the pain of loving someone, just like you’re experiencing, so we’ll keep introducing them. Here are timeless love songs that our editorial team felt were truly special!
Give me a gentle kiss.DREAMS COME TRUE
Written as the theme song for the drama “Suna no Utsuwa,” DREAMS COME TRUE’s “Yasashii Kiss o Shite” is a recommended track for adult women.
Even if this love isn’t returned, you’re still the one destined for me.
The lyrics conjure an image of a strong woman, yet you can still hear the sadness of not being able to become his “only one.” Perhaps she silences the man because she’s afraid he’ll tell her it’s over.
Try listening to it on a lonely, difficult night.