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!
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Mutual love, unrequited love, familial love... Classic songs about love (51–60)
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
A gem of a ballad by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that carries thoughts for a loved one and the meaning of life on a sweeping melody.
Overflowing feelings for someone dear and the preciousness of life are beautifully expressed in this song, resonating deeply in the heart.
Released in November 2022, it was written as the theme song for the film “From Lageri with Love,” starring Kazunari Ninomiya and Keiko Kitagawa.
Its majestic arrangement, which makes effective use of strings, superbly captures the film’s world.
This is a song for anyone who holds feelings for their destined person and hope for tomorrow.
It will surely become a source of support and give you the courage to move forward.
Love songMarushii
Love Song is filled with warm messages that brighten each day spent with someone special.
Created by the rock band Marcy, known for crafting numerous tracks about love, it was released in 2023.
The song portrays everyday exchanges between lovers, delivering heartfelt words that say, “Even if we sometimes miss each other, let’s keep living together.” The slow-tempo band arrangement, resonating with a warm melody, evokes the image of a relationship the two build without rushing.
It’s a love song that soothes, thanks also to Yukyo Yoshida’s gentle, conversational vocals.
the depths of the heartrokudenashi
A bittersweet love ballad by Rokudenashi that resonates deeply.
It weaves delicate words about the loneliness that comes at dusk and the urgent feelings hidden behind a smile.
While yearning to be loved, the wavering heart that hesitates to face its true feelings seeps in along with gentle piano melodies.
Released in February 2025 as the lead track from the album “Sigh,” this song reaches out to those who, even while carrying wounded, unsettled hearts, try to look ahead with cherished memories held close.
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
You can really feel all the love for him.
I think girls in love will relate to it.
It’s upbeat and the melody is bright, so it would be a huge hit at karaoke.
AKB48 has a lot of male fans too, so it would get everyone going even when singing with guys at karaoke.
Mutual Love, Unrequited Love, Family Love... Classic Songs About Affection (61–70)
Let’s be happymihimaru GT
It’s a song you can listen to from either her perspective or his.
It might be nice for married couples, too.
It has the feel of a steady, stable romance.
You can sense her gentle love for him.
Since it sings about the future, I think it would be great for weddings as well.
The joy of being together and the calm, gentle love come through and warm the heart.
Anemone is the smile of first love.Kitatani Ruki
A song by Ruki Chatan that gently cradles the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
Like a first love, its pure emotions seep into the heart alongside the sound of an acoustic guitar.
The lyrics, which sing of the joy of meeting the one you love even in dreams, are filled with the poignancy and transience of a love that cannot be.
Released in May 2024, the track has resonated with many and become a hot topic on social media.
The music video features Rana Tanida, deepening the song’s world and emotional impact.
It’s a recommended listen not only for those troubled by love, but also for anyone who wants to reminisce about their first love.
that personieiri reo
This is a song by Leo Ieiri that paints a love story woven with kindness and anxiety.
As two people come to know each other deeply, it gently wraps the happiness that arises—and the worries about the future that lie ahead—in her warm vocals.
Included on the album “My name,” it was also chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s program “Sayonara Proposal via Greece.” Its lyrics, which seem to reflect the feelings of couples unable to decide on marriage, resonate closely with listeners’ hearts.
Pre-released in September 2024, the song has garnered widespread empathy.
It’s a must-listen not only for those in love, but for anyone struggling with the bonds between people.