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

Summer SkyFaulieu.

Faulieu. “Natsusora” - Lyric Video -

With a thrilling sense of momentum, the song pours unspoken feelings of love into its performance.

It’s a bittersweet rock number, tinged with the air of late summer, featured on the EP “My name is Faulieu.” set for release in August 2025, and performed by Faulieu.

The bassist and backing vocalist Ayano wrote both the lyrics and the music.

Because they care so deeply, they can’t bring themselves to confess—afraid to break what they have now.

The lyrics capture a page of youth so vividly it tightens your chest.

Why not listen as you overlay your own secret feelings onto the passing scenery of the seasons?

GiftET-KING

ET-KING – Gift

The vocals are powerful, and it’s a song that makes you feel encouraged as you listen.

The feelings of cherishing her and wanting to make her happy come through directly, and I think every girl would definitely be delighted.

If he sang it at karaoke, I think people would think he’s cool.

spoiled childOtsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka / Spoiled Child (Short Ver.)

Both the lyrics, melody, and vocals are truly adorable, so I think it’s super popular with girls.

You can really feel how much she loves him.

It’s filled with her love for him, a sense of comfort, and the miracle of their meeting, and I think he would be happy to listen to it too.

It’s a song I want to listen to quietly at night while thinking of him.

copycatkankan

Copycat / Kankan

Even if you imitate someone else, you can never become your true self.

This is Kankan’s “Copycat,” a song that portrays that heartrending inner conflict.

Interweaving romantic feelings with wavering identity, it delicately depicts a protagonist weighed down by unfulfilled longing and the frustrating gap of never quite reaching the ideal person they try to emulate.

The ambiguous bond that may or may not be called love, and the mix of self-denial and yearning, are emotions many can relate to regardless of gender or the form their relationships take.

It’s a track I especially recommend to anyone grappling with complicated feelings of love.

Current boyfriend, ex-boyfriendNatural Radio Station

Current Boyfriend, Ex-Boyfriend feat. Hiromi / Natural Radio Station

This is a recommended song for girls who are dating their current boyfriend but can’t forget their ex.

The lyrics are easy to relate to, like how you want to cherish your current boyfriend but still can’t help thinking about your ex.

It conveys the complex yet meaningful feelings—different kinds of love for both your ex and your current boyfriend—and shows that both are important forms of love.

Together foreverMACO

MACO – Forever the Two of Us [Renmisa Couple Ver.]

The lyrics of this song about a girl in love are really cute.

I think even men will feel their hearts skip a beat when they listen.

You can feel her desire to stay with her boyfriend forever.

It also depicts how they felt when they first met, so those who are in a relationship will probably be reminded of the past.

Dream of the Trifoliate OrangeŌhashi Torio

Ohashi Trio / Karatachi no Yume (Music Video)

A number by Ohashi Trio that drew attention as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama 24 series What Did You Eat Yesterday? Season 2.

Released as an EP in November 2023, this song features a light acoustic sound and a warm, country-tinged feel that resonates pleasantly.

The drama carefully portrays the everyday life of a same-sex couple, and this track, aligning with that worldview, sings about the irreplaceable value of living fully in the present moment.

When you find yourself cherishing ordinary time with someone dear, or wanting to feel grateful for daily life, give it a listen.