Mutual love, unrequited love, familial love... classic songs that sing about affection

Love lessYamashita Tomohisa

Tomohisa Yamashita Loveless

These lyrics depict a man being dumped by a woman.

He’s been rejected, yet he still loves her so, so much—the lyrics are heartbreaking.

His love for her comes through so intensely it hurts.

Tomohisa Yamashita’s voice also carries that sadness, so listening to it after a breakup makes you feel like you’re going to cry.

TSUKIAmuro Namie

TSUKI – Namie Amuro (Full)

This song is a love song for him, from whom I’ve been separated.

I wish for his happiness, and it makes my heart ache.

I think people in long-distance relationships can relate to it.

It’s the kind of song you want to listen to in winter.

Namie Amuro’s voice is wonderful, and I keep listening to it on repeat.

The Day You and I MetFunatsu Mahiro

Mashou Funatsu “#The Day You and I Met” Official Music Video

A gemlike love song that vividly captures, with fresh sensitivity, the deepening bond between two people after a fateful encounter interrupts an ordinary day.

Released in December 2020, the song gently sings of lovers who cherish every casual moment and etch it into precious memories.

Many listeners were moved by the way even the smallest moments feel dear, and by the overflowing affection that persists even after quarrels.

It has garnered over five million reactions on TikTok, spreading a wave of empathy among young people through social media.

It’s a song we hope those with unrequited feelings—or those who are longing for a beloved partner—will listen to.

It will remind you of the irreplaceable value of time spent with the one you love.

About loveSuga Shikao

Shikao Suga / About Love

This is a song by Suga Shikao that makes you ponder, “What is love?” On a cold day with a biting winter wind, you can picture quietly reexamining the shape of love with someone irreplaceable.

What’s sung here isn’t a sugary romance, but a tender yet aching, genuine love—the wish to protect the other person amid the harshness of reality.

Suga Shikao’s distinctive husky voice conveys those deep emotions with striking authenticity.

Released in November 1997 as his fourth single and included on the acclaimed album “FAMILY,” the song was also used as the ending theme for NHK’s music program “POP JAM.” It’s a track you’ll want to soak in on a quiet night while thinking of someone dear.

First loveFlower

Flower 'First Love'

It’s a song by a girl with an unrequited crush.

I really love it because the melody is great.

She adores him and wants to get closer, but she just can’t quite close the distance—the frustrating feeling makes your heart flutter.

It seems like a song that would make you popular if you sang it at karaoke.

One Million I Love You’sRake

Rake "One Million Times 'I Love You'"

The words “I love you” are something men don’t often say, so listening to this song makes me feel a bit embarrassed.

That’s how full of “I love you” it is.

The affection comes through so strongly it almost hurts, so if you sing it when you go to karaoke with your girlfriend, I think she’ll be thrilled.

Love StoryTAKAHIRO

EXILE TAKAHIRO / Love Story

It’s a song from a male perspective.

It’s perfect for couples who are in love, and it gives you butterflies when you listen to it.

Since the lyrics look toward the future, it might be good to play it during a proposal.

TAKAHIRO is incredibly popular, so I think this song is also popular among junior high and high school girls as well as women in their 20s.