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

In loveHY

HY - “In Love” (Theme song for the film ‘366 Days’) Music Video

Even if you weren’t the one they chose, the fact that you loved doesn’t change… A bittersweet yet forward-looking sentiment runs through this touching HY ballad.

Written as the theme song for the film “366 Days,” released in January 2025, the track is positioned as an answer song to their 2008 classic “366 Days.” It beautifully portrays emotional growth—rising from the pain of heartbreak and embracing even that experience as a cherished memory—and is also included on the album “TIME.” Set across Okinawa and Tokyo, the film unfolds a pure love story spanning 20 years, and this song superbly captures its worldview.

For those who have reached the end of a romance, or who are about to take a new step forward, this is a song that will gently give you a push.

sparklingHoneyWorks feat. Hakoniiwa Ririi

Kira Kira / HoneyWorks feat. Hakonowa Lily (TV anime “Is It True You’re Getting Married?” opening theme) [Music Video]

This song depicts everything from the heart-fluttering moment of falling in love to vows of forever, wrapped in a bright and refreshing sound.

Clear, airy vocals intertwine with a positive message to kindle a sure sense of hope in the listener’s heart.

Released in October 2024, it was also used as the opening theme for the anime “Is It True That We’re Getting Married?” and has drawn attention as a track that cheers on the start of new romance.

Packed with the charm of HoneyWorks feat.

Haconiwa Lily, this one song will gently give you a push when you’re unsure about your feelings for someone or when you want to take a step forward in an important relationship.

EverythingMISIA

MISIA – Everything （Official HD Music Video）

A ballad by MISIA that captures the moment when a chance encounter becomes the beginning of destiny.

Her powerful vocals convey deep love for the other person, the ache of time spent apart, and a wish for a future that lasts forever.

With R&B elements woven into the melody and her rich expressiveness, the song beautifully colors a fated romance.

Released in October 2000, it drew major attention as the theme song for the drama “Yamato Nadeshiko.” It topped the Oricon weekly chart for three consecutive weeks and is recognized as one of MISIA’s signature songs.

It expresses the yearning of a heart in love for a destined meeting and the feelings that follow.

When you face a miraculous coincidence in your own life, this is a song that will surely give you a gentle push forward.

A Little Love SongMONGOL800

MONGOL800 / A Small Love Song

One of the signature songs by MONGOL800, an indie band from Okinawa.

It’s a major hit that expresses candid feelings for a loved one through a driving melody and powerful vocals.

The deeply message-driven lyrics gently remind us of the everyday realization that we often take the presence of someone we love for granted.

Included on the album MESSAGE, released in September 2001, it achieved an astonishing sales total of over 2.8 million copies despite being an indie release.

It’s the perfect song to cheer you on when you need a push to voice feelings you can’t quite bring yourself to say.

Love and romanceNovelbright

Novelbright – Love and Romance [Official Music Video]

This song by Novelbright portrays the love for someone special growing larger in the heart and the happiness that overflows because of it.

The overall sound progresses with a calm atmosphere, and the quiet acoustic tones evoke an image of quietly facing one’s own feelings.

The lyrics look back on the memories built up to this point and depict love spilling over, while also conveying a wish to continue living happy days.

The powerful vocals, which deliver raw emotion head-on, are also striking—the singing voice conveys a positive feeling, conjuring an image of singing with a smile.

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Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN)Omoinotake

Omoinotake | Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN) -Japanese ver.-【Studio Recording Video】

This song’s warm vocals really touch the heart.

Woven around the theme of long-distance love by Omoinotake, it was released in January 2025.

It’s a love number featuring SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN.

Chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Koisuru ♥ Shūmatsu Homestay 2025 Winter,” the track drew plenty of attention.

Its message—that even when you’re apart, your hearts remain connected—is expressed through a soothing melody and rhythm.

If you’re living away from someone special, you’ll surely relate.

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Saucy Dog “Like a Fool.” Music Video (Theme song for ABEMA’s “You Can’t Fool Me, Mr. Wolf”)

It carefully portrays the delicate feelings of a woman who can’t express herself well: while harboring the desire to know the other person more and to have them all to herself, and feeling love for them, she’s already fed up, believing there’s nothing more she can do.

Chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating reality show “Don’t Be Fooled by Me and Mr.

Wolf,” the track was released digitally in August 2024, and is memorable for its emotional band sound and Shinya Ishihara’s vocals.

It’s a perfect song for those who can’t grasp how the person they like truly feels and are struggling with inner conflict.

Recommended for anyone who can relate to the sorrow of loving someone yet being unable to move forward.