Mutual love, unrequited love, familial love... classic songs that sing about affection
There are many different kinds of love, aren’t there?
Of course there’s the love between couples and spouses, but also the love between parents and children, and the love shared among friends and companions.
In this article, we’ll be introducing lots of songs that sing about these various forms of love!
From lovey-dovey mutual-love tracks to bittersweet unrequited-love songs, and heartwarming tunes themed around family love—you’re sure to find songs that capture the kind of love you’re looking for!
As you listen, try reading along with the lyrics and feel the emotions poured into each song!
Mutual love, unrequited love, familial love… Classic songs about love (1–10)
loveNEW!Uru
This is a love song that captures a steadfast feeling beyond the wavering heart’s anxiety and loneliness.
It’s a track that feels like confiding what’s inside your chest, and Uru’s clear, translucent voice gently seeps into the heart.
Released in November 2025 as the coupling track to her 16th single “Platform,” the title track is used as the opening theme for the anime “Everlasting Twilight.” Even if you cherish your partner, some people find it hard to express their feelings honestly, don’t they? In such moments, gifting this song will convey the certain love you hold within.
Try using this song to share your desire to stay together from here on.
Because I like you.NEW!Yuika
This work, which portrays mutual unspoken crushes, evokes the bittersweet romance of youthful days.
Created by singer-songwriter Yuika, who is active mainly on video-sharing platforms, it was released in June 2021.
The perspective switches between a boy and a girl in the first and second halves, depicting a realistic relationship in which both have feelings for each other but struggle to put them into words.
Listen while thinking of that person you can’t help but follow with your eyes.
It might just give you the courage to confess your feelings.
Because you are hereUru
Uru is known for her gentle singing voice that resonates in the heart and seems to soak deep into the soul.
Her song “Anata ga Iru Koto de” became popular as the theme song for the hit suspense drama “Ship of Theseus.” The lyrics fit the drama’s serious themes and its powerful depiction of a family confronting hardship, and when the song played at the end of each episode, it really lifted the emotions.
It’s a track filled with deep affection that will move listeners of all kinds.
Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi
Falling for someone brings lots of joy, but there are also moments when you suddenly feel sad or scared and your mood drops, right? This sentimental love song that perfectly captures those feelings is Kenshi Yonezu’s “Eine Kleine.” Even though thinking about the person you like should make you happy, you can end up thinking negatively—everyone knows that feeling.
It’s a slightly sad love song that makes you realize there are many forms of love, as it portrays wishing for that person’s happiness while sacrificing your own feelings.
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism is popular across a wide range of ages, thanks to their catchy lyrics and refreshing melodies.
Many of their songs are love songs that resonate with both men and women, and their track “I LOVE…” was used as the theme song for the drama “Love Lasts Forever,” starring Takeru Satoh and Mone Kamishiraishi.
The theme song amplified the drama’s popularity and its heart-fluttering storyline.
It’s a love song whose sparkling lyrics make you feel the thrill of thinking about someone you love.